A handsome Grade II listed residence dating from the early 19th century, sympathetically extended and comprehensively renovated. Benefitting a substantial, modern cottage within the grounds.

Description

The property is approached via electric wrought-iron gates, opening onto a gravel driveway that provides access to both the main house and the cottage annex, with ample parking for each.

Upon entering the main house, a welcoming entrance hallway provides a storage cupboard and a turning staircase leading to the first floor. Double doors open into the elegant sitting room, a beautifully light space benefitting from a triple aspect and further double doors opening onto the rear garden. The room enjoys leafy garden views from all aspects and features a charming working fireplace. An inner lobby, open to the kitchen, incorporates a large boot cupboard, wine storage, access to the dining room, and a stable door leading to the inner hallway.

The kitchen sits at the heart of the home and boasts a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. Together with the adjoining family room and home office/playroom, this space is flooded with natural light from multiple electric ‘rain sensitive’ Velux windows. The kitchen itself is comprehensively fitted with a range of hand-painted base and wall units, a range-style cooker with induction hob, a Butler sink with mixer tap, and a separate vegetable preparation sink. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, with space provided for a large fridge-freezer. Granite work surfaces incorporate a generous breakfast bar, and the entire kitchen area benefits from underfloor heating.

Open to the kitchen, the family room features a log-burning stove and bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden. Leading from the family room is a versatile playroom or home office, also with doors to the garden. The dining room is a traditional space with contemporary décor, featuring a fireplace and an attractive sash window to the front aspect. The inner hallway provides access to the rear garden, a cloakroom, and the utility room, with access to the swimming pool located from this side of the property.

The utility room offers a separate sink, ample space for appliances, and a large cupboard housing the ground source heat pump system.

The first-floor accommodation includes a superb triple-aspect principal bedroom with a dressing area offering extensive wardrobe storage and a refitted luxury en-suite shower room. There are two further double bedrooms, each with en-suite shower rooms and built-in wardrobes. The fourth bedroom is also double aspect, enjoying attractive garden views, and is served by a well-appointed family bathroom. Bedroom five is located on the ground floor and accessed from the utility room. Positioned at the front of the house it enjoys a dual aspect to the front and side. It benefits from a tasteful en-suite shower room.

Gardens & Grounds
The gardens and grounds have been thoughtfully landscaped and planted with a wide variety of mature shrubs, plants, and trees, offering year-round interest. The main house and annex are well separated, allowing for independent living, each with its own garden areas and parking. The overall plot extends to in excess of 0.6 acres.

The principal garden is predominantly laid to lawn and features a raised stone terrace with a reclaimed balustrade. There is also a raised, heated swimming pool with jet stream and cover, which has been well maintained by the current owners, including the recent installation of a new heat pump in 2024.

A timber garage with an open car port to one side sits within the grounds and benefits from planning permission for conversion into a private gym with shower facilities. Further details can be found on the Aylesbury Vale planning portal under reference 24/01207/APP.

Cottage Annex
Constructed in 2021, the cottage annex is a substantial and self-contained property extending to approximately 1,900 sq ft. The accommodation comprises an entrance hallway with cloakroom, opening into the sitting room, which features two front-facing windows and an inner utility/storage room. The standout feature of the annex is the impressive kitchen/dining room, ideal for entertaining and well-suited to a family member seeking to downsize without compromising on space. This room benefits from a partly vaulted ceiling, areas for dining and seating, and double doors opening onto the rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units, selected built-in appliances, granite work surfaces, and a large central island providing additional storage.

An inner hallway leads to two double en-suite bedrooms. The principal bedroom occupies the first floor and offers extensive built-in wardrobe space and a generous four-piece en-suite bathroom with additional storage.

The garden for the cottage annex is private and low maintenance, fenced off from the principal garden and laid to artificial grass.

Location

The Laurels is conveniently located at the junction of Main Street and Brook End, enjoying a tucked away position close to the village centre.

In the Domesday book of 1086 the village is recorded as Westone. The suffix Turville was added later referring to the Lords of the manor in the thirteenth century. Between 1236 to 1539 it had grown to house five areas or ‘ends’ – Church End, Brook End, South End, West End and Worlds End. The St Mary the Virgin parish church dates from the 13th century.

Today Weston Turville is a popular residential area within Aylesbury Vale located off the A413 which links Wendover to Aylesbury. Aylesbury centre with its comprehensive range of shopping facilities and amenities is about four miles away.

The nearest railway station is Stoke Mandeville offering a Chiltern Line commuter service into London Marylebone.
Weston Turville is a popular village with a parade of local shops which can be accessed from the A413 which links Amersham (about 14 miles) to Aylesbury (about 3.5 miles). The pretty town of Wendover is about 2.5 miles away. The Chiltern line station at Stoke Mandeville, about 1.3 miles away offers a regular London (Marylebone) commuter service. The A41 at Aston Clinton links to the M25 and general motorway network.

All distances are Approximate.

Square Footage: 4,486 sq ft


Acreage: 0.63 Acres

Additional Info

The gardens and grounds have been thoughtfully landscaped and planted with a wide variety of mature shrubs, plants, and trees, offering year-round interest. The main house and annex are well separated, allowing for independent living, each with its own garden areas and parking. The overall plot extends to in excess of 0.6 acres.

The principal garden is predominantly laid to lawn and features a raised stone terrace with a reclaimed balustrade. There is also a raised, heated swimming pool with jet stream and cover, which has been well maintained by the current owners, including the recent installation of a new heat pump in 2024.

The garden for the cottage annex is private and low maintenance, fenced off from the principal garden and laid to artificial grass.

The property is approached via electric wrought-iron gates, opening onto a gravel driveway that provides access to both the main house and the cottage annex, with ample parking for each.

A timber garage with an open car port to one side sits within the grounds and benefits from planning permission for conversion into a private gym with shower facilities. Further details can be found on the Aylesbury Vale planning portal under reference 24/01207/APP.