Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27

Family home in a semi-rural setting providing generous and versatile accommodation with the added benefit of a self-contained annexe.

Description

Dating back to about 1949 this spacious characterful home enjoys a semi-rural setting on the edge of Princes Risborough. Water Meadows offers versatile accommodation set in lovely mature gardens and enjoys views across neighbouring farmland. The property also benefits from a garage, workshop and a detached summer house/annexe. Ideal for commuters, Princes Risborough station is just over half a mile away from the property, with direct trains to London Marylebone.

On the ground floor, the welcoming entrance hallway leads through to a triple aspect sitting room with a wood burning stove. Beyond here is a charming snug with French doors to the garden. The heart of the home is the kitchen/breakfast room, well equipped with an excellent range of units, Corian worktops and integrated appliances. Just off this room a sun room offers a perfect spot for a quiet read, overlooking the garden and with doors giving access. Further accommodation on this floor includes a utility room, formal dining room, fully fitted study and a guest cloakroom.

The first floor provides four comfortable double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is of excellent proportions and benefits from a dressing area and a comprehensive range of fitted wardrobes, alongside an en suite bathroom. The three additional bedrooms are of a good size and served by a modern family bathroom.

Outside, the property enjoys a generous frontage with an area of lawn and a large carriage driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles and a garage with loft space above. The mature gardens to the rear are a particular feature incorporating an extensive terrace area, ideal for entertaining friends and family. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with beds and borders giving seasonal interest. A highlight of the property is a detached, self-contained summer house/annexe providing exceptional flexibility and perfect for guests or multi-generational living. Further outbuildings include a large workshop and a potting shed offering a multitude of uses.

Location

Princes Risborough 0.8 miles, High Wycombe 9 miles, Aylesbury 9.5 miles, M40 (J4) 9.5 miles, Heathrow (T5) 29 miles, central London (Baker Street) 38 miles. All distances are approximate.

The market town of Princes Risborough provides a selection of everyday shopping facilities, including a Marks and Spencer food hall and a Tesco superstore, churches, restaurants and a library. More comprehensive facilities can be found in the popular towns of Aylesbury and High Wycombe.

There is a mainline train service to London Marylebone providing a frequent service. The M40 motorway (J4 and J5) gives access to London and the M25 and M4 motorways.

The historic market town of Thame has a good range of independent shops and amenities.

The area has a number of golf clubs to choose from including the highly regarded eighteen hole Ellesborough Golf Club that is close by, whilst Princes Risborough benefits from its own tennis club. The town is surrounded by lovely countryside which boasts beautiful walks, cycle paths and extensive bridleways. In particular the Ridgeway, Midshires Way and Buckinghamshire Way provide opportunities for a number of historic and picturesque walks and riding.

Buckinghamshire is renowned for its choice and standard of schooling, both state and private, as the county is one of the last to maintain the traditional grammar school system. Well known grammar schools for boys include the Royal Grammar School in High Wycombe and Aylesbury Grammar School and for girls, Wycombe High School and Aylesbury High School. Independent schools include The Griffin preparatory school at Great Kimble, as well as The Beacon, The Gateway, Pipers Corner, Godstowe, Wycombe Abbey.

Square Footage: 3,481 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Water and electricity connected. Propane gas. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Please note none of the services have been tested.

Agents Notes: All distances and times are approximate and correct at the time of writing. The property has private drainage and it may not be compliant with the government regulations/registered with the appropriate body.