Henley Road, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7

THE PROPERTY:

Higginson House is a beautifully refurbished four bedroom historic townhouse in Marlow.

The property is a substantial part of a longstanding country estate, divided into superb separate dwellings in the 1950's, the house has recently been expertly extended and fully restored to create a truly unique and hugely impressive home.

Providing modern living within a backdrop of wonderful period features and in a fantastic town location, Higginson House has been fully renovated to the highest possible standards throughout.

The history of the house dates back to the 16th Century, once the property of the Langleys and subsequently bequeathed to the family of Gen. Sir George W. A. Higginson, G.C.B., who came into possession on the death of his father in 1866.

From it's Elizabethan origins, Higginson then created a beautiful 20 bedroom house with parkland gardens extending down to the River Thames. Known as Gyldernscroft, the 106 acres estate included a lake, boathouse and private canal to the river.

A personal friend of the Royal Family, with close ties with King Edward VII, King George V and Queen Mary, who were frequent visitors the house.


GROUND FLOOR:

The arched double doors of the reclaimed brick & knapped flint extension now serve as the main entrance to the house. Meticulously designed and built to mirror the original building, it features expertly crafted lead work, oversized gable ends and a roof line to ensure new blends seamlessly with old.

Inside you are greeted by a beautifully panelled hallway with marble flooring, leading to the bespoke kitchen and dining room, featuring high vaulted ceilings and exposed solid oak beams.

Boasting period features throughout, the house offers fantastic entertaining space, natural light and high ceilings.

Also found off the entrance hall is the extremely spacious living room, offering a sense of grandeur with its ornate ceiling, stone mullion bay windows with full length seating, solid oak parquet flooring and lovely original fireplace.

The ground floor is completed by a convenient guest cloakroom, concealed boot room and separate utility / laundry room with butlers sink.


UPPER FLOORS:

Period features and the high specification finish continue upstairs, within the 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The master suite features exposed flooring, a large balcony to the front of the house and a classic marble tiled ensuite. There is a further double room with period fireplace and lovely family bathroom with roll top bath.

On the top floor there is a large double room with beautifully finished ensuite and a further single bedroom / study.


OUTSIDE:

The house looks out to a shared circular drive, with off street parking for several cars. There is an enclosed courtyard, storage with mains power, pre-wired for electric car charging and further outside space provided by landscaped private gardens laid to lawn.


LOCATION:

Higginson House is superbly located within Marlow, on one of its most exclusive roads. Marlow is a vibrant Georgian market town, positioned on the River Thames and on the doorstep of the Chiltern Hills & countryside designated as AONB.

The picturesque town centre can be reached within a level 5 minute walk, the riverside Higginson Park (donated to the town from the estate on the General's 100th birthday) and a wealth of boutique shops, restaurants and pubs including Tom Kerridge's Hand & Flowers (2 Michelin Star) just moments away.
Marlow is also home to several exceptional schools, both private and state funded, including Sir William Borlase, just a short walk from the house. London and national transport networks are easily reachable from Marlow and the M4 and M40 motorways are both quickly accessible nearby.