A distinguished newly built five-bedroom barn-style residence of exceptional character and quality in a sought-after village setting.
Designed by a renowned architect, this striking contemporary barn-style residence combines impressive architectural proportions with beautifully crafted interiors, creating a home of remarkable quality, light and space.
Thoughtfully designed throughout, the property seamlessly blends traditional character features, including tall 2.7 metre ceilings, exposed oak beams, bespoke handmade windows, and bespoke joinery, with modern comforts and stylish open-plan living.
The property was designed with practical modern technology including remote controlled underfloor heating throughout, Wi-Fi enabled ovens, remote access entry and security system.
A welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for the home, featuring a magnificent triple-height vaulted ceiling, wide oak plank flooring and an immediate sense of grandeur. A contemporary double sided wood burning fireplace provides a central focal point, while framed views extend through to the dining room beyond. The dining area enjoys a wonderful connection to the outside, with bi-fold doors opening onto the terrace, making it ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining.
Double doors lead through to the beautifully proportioned triple-aspect sitting room, where floor-to-ceiling glazing floods the space with natural light. An attractive fireplace with a log-burning stove creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfectly complementing the home's modern barn aesthetic.
Throughout the property, bespoke internal doors, decorative architraves and deep skirting boards reflect the exceptional attention to detail and quality of craftsmanship.
At the heart of the home lies an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, designed for modern living. The kitchen bespoke handmade in frame kitchen is centred around a substantial island with breakfast bar seating and incorporates a Butler sink, integrated wine fridge, induction hob, built-in Wi-Fi enabled ovens, steamers and microwave. The underfloor-heated stone flooring enhances both practicality and style, while the adjoining sitting area benefits from floor-to-ceiling windows and a roof lantern, allowing natural light to pour into the space throughout the day.
Supporting the kitchen is a generous walk-in larder and a well-equipped utility room. A practical boot room offers excellent storage and external access, while a cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.
A stunning galleried staircase, crafted from oak with elegant wrought iron detailing, rises to the first-floor landing and creates a striking architectural feature within the home.
The principal bedroom suite provides a luxurious retreat, accessed via double doors and featuring a vaulted ceiling, a dedicated dressing area and a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom with twin wash basins, a freestanding bath and a separate shower enclosure.
Two further bedrooms benefit from built-in wardrobes and stylish en suite shower rooms, offering excellent guest or family accommodation. The remaining two bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom incorporating a freestanding oval bath with a perfectly placed window to soak in the views across the garden and beyond, and separate shower.
Externally, the property is set behind electric timber gates, with a generous gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the integral garage, with room for a further double oak frame garage (subject to planning consents).
The newly created south-west facing gardens and grounds are a particular feature of the property, extending predominantly to the rear and providing a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. A substantial stone terrace creates the ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, framed by attractively landscaped raised beds and mature planting.
Beyond, sweeping lawns are interspersed with impressive mature trees, creating a delightful parkland-style setting with a peaceful rural atmosphere. The grounds offer ample space for recreation and family enjoyment, whilst a useful timber outbuilding provides additional storage. Together, the gardens form a beautiful backdrop to the house and perfectly complement its countryside character.
The property benefits from a 10-year building guarantee.
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I love the blend of quality and style in the house and the area with Crooksbury Common on the doorstep as well as a good village pub.
Rory McKenzieProperty agent