Chapman Lane, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8

Substantial contemporary home set in extensive private grounds of just over two acres, with uninterrupted views over the Thames Valley with the benefit of a tennis court and swimming pool.

Description

West Winds is ideally situated in an elevated position, offering glorious distant views over the surrounding countryside. Belying its rural outlook, the property is under a mile from Bourne End Station with trains to London Paddington via Maidenhead, while the riverside town of Marlow is just over three miles away, offering the best of both worlds.

This substantial family house is immaculately presented throughout, with most of the rooms taking full advantage of the magnificent far reaching views. The accommodation flows well, with a mix of formal and informal reception space, perfect for family life. A particular highlight is undoubtedly the stunning open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, with full height corner sliding doors opening the entire space on to the extensive outside terrace. The kitchen itself is beautifully appointed with bespoke fitted cabinetry, complemented by Dekton worktops and an excellent range of integrated appliances. A large island gives additional storage and breakfast bar seating. Further features include a contemporary rotating wood burner and underfloor heating. Beyond the kitchen is a useful utility/store room, with an inner hallway leading to a boot room, shower room and through to a large games room/office, with access to the laundry room. In addition is a storage room and cold store. On the far side of the house sits a formal, triple aspect drawing room enjoying a contemporary wood burner and doors on to the terrace. Further reception space includes a TV/cinema room and an adjacent office. Completing the accommodation on this floor is a guest cloakroom.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom suite enjoys a dual aspect with French doors on to a balcony, giving the perfect spot to enjoy the view. In addition is a separate dressing room and luxurious en suite shower room. Two of the adjacent bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and also have access on to the balcony while a guest bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room. A self-contained guest suite has been created on this floor, ideal for multigenerational living comprising a kitchen/dining room, bedroom, en suite shower room and a sitting room with access on to a balcony with stairs to the garden.

West Winds is very privately situated off Chapman Lane, approached through high wooden electric gates opening on to a spacious driveway with ample parking. The gardens surround the property and are mostly laid to lawn, with a natural boundary of mature trees providing seclusion and privacy. An extensive, wide terrace adjoins the rear of the house, perfect for entertaining family and friends. To the side a pretty walled courtyard catches the morning sun with a flight of stairs leading up to the heated swimming pool and stone surround. An attractive pool house comprises a gym, kitchen/dining area, changing room and store room. In addition is a hard tennis court and nestled in the far corner of the garden is a sheltered gravelled patio area. Just over two acres in all.

Location

Bourne End station 0.8 miles, Beaconsfield 5 miles, Marlow 3.2 miles, Heathrow (T5) 23 miles, central London (Baker Street) 28 miles. All distances are approximate.

The Thames-side town of Bourne End provides for everyday needs, with a station to London via Maidenhead. The nearby towns of Beaconsfield and Marlow town offer wider facilities, with an eclectic mix of local independent and national retailers.

There are numerous bars, cafes and restaurants in the surrounding towns offering destinations for any occasion. Marlow is situated on the banks of the River Thames and the Thames Path follows the river through the town.

Just outside the towns the area opens out to glorious rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Outdoor pursuits are numerous, as are golf, football, cricket and rugby clubs.

For commuters, Beaconsfield has an excellent station giving access to London Marylebone in about 23 minutes. Both Bourne End and Marlow have stations to London Paddington via Maidenhead, which benefits from the Elizabeth Line. The M40 motorway is accessed at junction 3 being just about two miles away providing links to London Heathrow, the Midlands and the West.

There are well-regarded local schools at both primary and secondary level, while local grammar schools include Sir William Borlase in Marlow and more still in Beaconsfield and High Wycombe. Local independent schools include Wycombe Abbey, Queen Anne’s, St Pirans, The Oratory and Shiplake College.

Square Footage: 5,807 sq ft


Acreage: 2.09 Acres

Additional Info

Services: All mains connected. Please note none of the services have been tested.

Agents Note: All distances and times are approximate and correct at the time of writing.