Grimms Hill, Great Missenden, HP16

The Brow is an exceptionally well-presented Arts & Crafts property built circa 1908, located on the brow, hence the name, of Grimms Hill and surrounded by beautifully landscaped organic gardens of about three quarters of an acre. The Edwardian property is one of only seven houses, of which just six remain, which were developed by Alfred Dunhill (founder of the luxury goods and tobacco business) in the early 20th century. In the 2000s, a detached studio was incorporated into the main house as part of an extension, and more recently the house has been extensively modernised to a very high standard inside and out. Despite this, much of the original character has been well preserved, from the tile-hung and roughcast elevations, traditional panelled doors, period stone and tiled fireplaces, and planked wood and parquet floors, which are beautifully complemented by a striking décor scheme. The kitchen in particular is a real wow-factor space and is perfect for entertaining. Outside there is extensive parking and storage, with the secluded garden providing abundant kitchen gardens, mature trees, expansive lawns and attractive planting, plus a ‘party barn’ for alfresco dining through the year.
A full and thorough renovation over the years has sympathetically modernised the house, providing light-filled, airy and well balanced accommodation over two floors which is particularly suited to family life and entertaining at home. Three generous reception rooms provide ample space for the demands of family life, including a fabulous triple aspect double height drawing room, a separate sitting room and a playroom, all of which have original fireplaces. Providing a space for relaxed entertaining as well as day to day living, the open plan kitchen and dining room serves as the heart of the home and is a stunning room, featuring a commercial grade Wolf stainless steel range with gas burners, a walk-in pantry, Sub-Zero refrigeration, extensive handcrafted customised cabinetry and a dining area to easily accommodate 12 guests. In addition there is a utility and laundry room, a bespoke fitted boot room and a cloakroom with WC.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom is a wonderfully romantic space at the front of the house, with windows on three sides and floor-to-ceiling hand painted wallpaper adorning the high, pitched ceiling. There is an attached dressing room and an en suite bath and shower room designed with twin vanity units and a traditional wood-panelled bath. The four remaining bedrooms (one en suite) are all double size, and there is a further family bathroom.

Outside

The Brow is set within beautifully landscaped gardens of about three quarters of an acre, in a fantastically private position provided by well established trees around the boundary. A gated entrance opens to a large gravel driveway with ample off-street parking; a parterre-style formal garden provides an attractive first impression. The garden wraps around the east side of the house to the rear, where the landscaping continues: this includes a kitchen garden with raised beds and a Victorian-style greenhouse, beautiful formal gardens enclosing a water feature, an expansive lawn complete with an area of woodland and a charming pergola. The latter adjoins a spectacular ‘party barn’ fitted with an outdoor kitchen, light, power and water, a seating and dining area, creating a truly stunning space for outdoor entertaining all year round. There are a number of outside storage rooms and a large timber shed. The vendors have worked hard to make the gardens truly organic and sustainable throughout.

Situation

Grimms Hill is an attractive and historically significant development of generously proportioned, detached homes, with some examples, including The Brow, dating to pre-World War One. It is one of the village’s most sought-after private roads, with the property half a mile from the centre of Great Missenden which provides an extensive range of shops, a supermarket, pubs and restaurants (such as The Nag’s Head and Fan Fan Pizzeria) as well as The Roald Dahl Museum and a thriving tennis club. There is access to a number of walks through open fields and woodland and the mainline station in the village provides a London Marylebone service in approx. 45 minutes. Heathrow Airport is just 25 miles away. Buckinghamshire is renowned for its state and private education. The house is close to highly regarded educational establishments and is within the catchment area for grammar schools. Details may be obtained from the local authority.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-0806

Additional Information

Local Authority
Chiltern Council – Council Tax Band H
Services
All mains services connected.