Birch Grove, Chalfont St. Giles, Buckinghamshire, HP8

A magnificent Net Zero biophilic home with a central open-air atrium set within its own 1.2 acres of tranquil garden.

Description

INNER SANCTUM
Yarrow’s majestic hallway with soaring four-metre high ceilings sets a tone of grandeur for this breathtaking tailor-made home. The open-air planted atrium invites abundant light, air and nature into the heart of the house. The result is an enchanting interior that blends the beauty of the enveloping habitat with bespoke state-of-the-art design.

SERENE OASIS
Magnificent volume is created by towering ceilings in the open-plan living space. It is here that the customised contemporary kitchen, complete with a secret pantry, presents a sleek and immaculate aesthetic. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area is bathed in natural light from a stunning picture window, providing beautiful views across more than 130 metres of garden and the surrounding wild flower meadow.

The large living area is enriched by a real wood burning fireplace adding warmth and character to the space. Minimalist sliding glass elevations retract fully, opening the corner of the room, inviting the terraces and rewilded landscapes in to become an extension of the living space. Entertaining is effortless in such an atmospheric abode where statement vistas of light, landscape and luxury are a guest's delight.

For moments of repose, a sunken snug is tucked away next to the open-air atrium, providing a peaceful retreat where you can unwind and recharge. This enchanting home perfectly balances modern design elements with the serenity of the natural environment, creating a harmonious and captivating living experience like no other.

ENDLESSLY ADAPTABLE
Located at the south-west corner of this illustrious home is the adapted silo - a unique architectural feature specially designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. Flowing through from the library with access to another terrace and the gardens, this distinctive feature can be personalised to any preference and taste.

All five bedrooms boast bespoke features and en-suite bathrooms, each a homage to craftsmanship and refinement. The voluminous principal bedroom is a realm of opulence featuring a custom made walk-in dressing room, statement bathroom and private terrace. Within this sanctuary of relaxation is a free-standing stone bath and skylit walk-in rain shower, and through the extensive picture window, nature unfurls its wonders at every turn.

Bedroom 02, with its own mezzanine snug, stands as a testament to possibility, a space that can effortlessly transform into self-contained staff accommodation or teen hideaway. A further two well-proportioned bedrooms 03 and 04, are adorned with mezzanine dens above, provide private retreats for work, rest, or play. With bedroom 05 adding yet more flexibility for a home office or guest suite with views across the gardens.

Every corner of Yarrow House exudes a profound sense of well-being. The integration of natural elements with contemporary design and carefully curated detailing creates a flawless harmony between modern luxury and the beauty of nature. Each terrace, positioned to extend the living spaces, perfectly flow into the enveloping landscape to enhance the overall experience of this exceptional home.

Yarrow House – to live here is to live well.

Location

The Chalfonts, a trio of quintessentially English villages on the edge of the Chilterns, is perfect for those seeking both an unspoilt country life close to modern amenities and fast transport links to Heathrow, central London and the City, just 23 miles away.

Chalfont St Giles is a delightful and well-connected village that predates the Domesday Book. Named for the chalk streams found throughout this part of the Chiltern Hills, the village boasts a picturesque duckpond, green and a thriving ecosystem of independent shops.

Little Chalfont village centre is just over 2 miles away with its thriving parade of local shops, restaurants and coffee houses together with Chalfont & Latimer Metropolitan/Chiltern Line station providing a regular London commuter service into Baker Street/Marylebone respectively.

Buckinghamshire is renowned for its choice and standard of schooling, both state and public with Dr Challoner’s High School for girls also in Little Chalfont and Dr Challoner's Grammar School for boys in Amersham about four miles away. Also, nearby Gerrards Cross boasts a number of highly regarded independent schools for boys and girls. These include Thorpe House for boys and for girls Maltmans Green and St Mary’s. Gayhurst for co-ed.
Nearby leisure facilities include a local tennis club, a selection of highly regarded golf courses including Harewood Downs and The Buckinghamshire.

Excellent communication links include the Chiltern Railway main line rail service to London Marylebone and Birmingham, whilst the M40 and M25 give access to central London, Heathrow and Gatwick airports and the national motorway networks. Nearby Gerrards Cross offers comprehensive facilities including an Everyman cinema, supermarkets, a library and a selection of cafes and restaurants.

Square Footage: 4,279 sq ft


Acreage: 1.2 Acres