Roxeth Farm, Bessborough Road, Harrow

THE PROPERTY

Chain-Free (Proceedable) Buyers Only, Please Call to View | This captivating Grade II Listed 350-year old farmhouse can be likened to a traditional smallholding on the fringe of the historic village, featuring extensive gardens and open views across Harrow School Cricket Fields. One of the areas most cherished original buildings, this unique timber-frame property has remained unspoiled through generations of owners who have valued its evident charm.

Roxeth was a hamlet in the ancient Harrow on the Hill Parish, with Roxeth Farmhouse set behind tall hedging on Bessborough Road. Featuring delightful painted weatherboard elevations with large brick chimneys under a hipped tile roof, this represents a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a fabulous period house with countless original features including substantial exposed beams, fireplaces and wonderfully crooked staircases which evidence its age.

Ideally suited to the outdoors person the glorious Westerly gardens are a true delight, providing a restful and calming atmosphere with areas of wild flowers, meadow-like lawns and a productive kitchen garden with abundant vegetables and fruiting trees. Perfect for those with green fingers and a liking for cricket, it also has clear views over the cricket fields along one side. A large paved terrace partly shaded by a pergola and with a pond are amongst the many areas to enjoy or retreat to outside.

Measuring over 2,500sq/ft, the accommodation comprises an inviting hallway leading to the wonderful main living room with a comforting farmhouse kitchen/dining room overlooking the gardens behind. A later addition provides further ground floor living space which is completed by a guest cloakroom. Heading up to the wide first floor landing an unexpected view of St Mary's Church spire awaits, with 2 generous bedrooms including the master with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, plus the family bathroom. The top floor is also enchanting with 2 further beamed bedrooms, a 3rd bathroom and fantastic views from up high.

It would be impossible to find another such house and this is not a property to extend or re-model. Rather it will amply reward a new custodian who seeks the romance of a treasured home, respecting both the history and materials used to preserve this fine 17th Century building. A further bonus is the close proximity to many highly regarded schools, including John Lyon and Orley Farm, with fast access to London and the Home Counties by rail or road. Do call us to learn more and early viewing is advised.

When you buy in Harrow on the Hill you acquire so much more than your new home, as the location provides daily delights. Often described as an oasis due to the friendly and cohesive atmosphere, from this property you can walk through green spaces to the Metropolitan Underground/Chiltern Line station or in the other direction to the Piccadilly Line. The Castle Pub just up West Street opposite is a true gem, with independent coffee shops and cocktail bars to hand on the High Street. There is also an excellent Waitrose supermarket nearby.

THE ACCOMMODATION (See Floorplan for Room Sizes)

Entrance Hall
Guest Cloakroom
Living Room
Farmhouse Kitchen/Dining Room
TV Room/Study
Cellar

Wide Landing
Master Bedroom
En-Suite Bathroom
Walk-in Wardrobe
Bedroom 2
Family Bathroom

Landing
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
Bathroom

OUTSIDE

A deep front garden behind tall hedging, laid to lawn with flower borders and mature willow tree. To the rear are wonderful gardens of great appeal, West-facing to include a shaded terrace with pergola, pond and silver birch leading on to an expansive lawn. To the far end is a productive vegetable garden with fruit trees, greenhouse and garden shed, whilst off to the left is the idyllic view across beautiful Cricket Fields owned by Harrow School.

PARKING

On-street parking is found nearby rather than within the plot, with permits available from the Local Authority to park in Whitmore Road adjacent. A CPZ is in operation 10am - 1pm, Mon - Fri.

OUT & ABOUT

* Harrow on the Hill is a delightful and unique Conservation Area within an attractive, accessible and leafy residential suburb of NW London.
* Often referred to as an "oasis", the Hill is a calm and peaceful historic village, separated by its steep topography from the surrounding area.
* Excellent rail transport links, with Harrow on the Hill station providing fast access to London on both Underground and Overground lines.
* Metropolitan Line 20 minutes to Baker Street/35 minutes to Aldgate. Chiltern Line 17 minutes to Marylebone.
* Piccadilly Line from South Harrow also gives great options across London, including 45 minutes to Covent Garden and 43 minutes to Heathrow via Turnham Green.
* Local shops include a nearby Waitrose Supermarket, a choice of other major supermarkets and 2 covered shopping centres in Harrow.
* Major road links nearby include the A40(M), M25, M40 and M1. All the London airports are conveniently within reach.
* Education - The area is renowned for its standard of education, with a choice of state, private and church schools including St Anselms Catholic Primary School. The former PM, Sir Winston Churchill was educated here, at Harrow School.
* Leisure and Recreation - Harrow has a multi-screen Vue Cinema, an abundance of parks and open spaces, cultural centres and sporting facilities including golf courses.
* Dining and Entertaining - There are many options throughout the Borough, with Harrow on the Hill featuring independent coffee shops, cocktail bars and a choice of pub restaurants.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EPC Rating: TBC
W3W Address: rock.mouse.behave

MATERIAL INFORMATION

Listed Property Status: Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1358609 Comment: Late C17. Weatherboarded. Two-storeys. Five closely spaced windows. Large brick chimney breasts. Hipped tile roof and eaves cornice. Surrounded by Harrow playing fields.
Utility Supplies: Connected to all Mains Services (Water/Drainage, Electricity & Gas)

Council Tax Band: F (Harrow London Borough Council )
Tenure: Freehold