Elegant Edwardian country house with pool, tennis court and five acres of gated grounds.
Built in 1907, Dunford House is a distinguished Edwardian residence set within five acres of gated, landscaped grounds. Having been sympathetically renovated and extended, it offers over 6,500 sq ft of beautiful living space, blending original architectural detail with modern luxury.
The property retains a wealth of period features, including intricate cornicing, wall panelling, leaded double-glazed windows, and multiple working fireplaces. A grand reception hall with herringbone flooring and a beautiful fireplace sets the tone for the home, leading to four elegant reception rooms.
The triple aspect drawing room features curved bay windows and French doors opening to the terrace, while the family room offers a relaxed space with wood burner and courtyard access.
The formal dining room is ideal for entertaining, complemented by a stunning Smallbone kitchen/breakfast room. This space features vaulted ceilings, skylights, Patagonian granite quartz surfaces and has Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. Wrap-around glazing connects seamlessly to the outdoor terrace, creating a superb indoor-outdoor entertaining space.
A climate-controlled wine cellar with Crittall-style glass walls is a fantastic feature, while the ground floor also includes a utility room, two cloakrooms, and integral garaging with bi-fold and French doors.
Upstairs, five double bedrooms all offer pretty and unique garden views and refined interiors. The principal bedroom suite occupies its own wing, with underfloor heating, Juliet balcony, and a luxurious en suite featuring marble tiling, a walk-in shower, and freestanding bath. Three further bedrooms have en suite shower rooms, and the fifth is served by a high-spec family bathroom.
A self-contained one-bedroom annexe above the garage provides flexible accommodation for guests, staff, or extended family, accessed via a private external staircase.
Set within five acres of beautifully landscaped, gated grounds, Dunford House offers a rare combination of privacy, elegance, and outdoor living. The gardens have been thoughtfully designed to balance visual impact with ease of maintenance, blending formal structure with natural charm.
Sweeping lawns are framed by mature trees and colourful borders, while Mediterranean-style symmetry and classical planting schemes create a sense of timeless sophistication. Hardy, low-maintenance shrubs and perennials provide a natural oasis, and statuesque trees offer shade and scale. A charming wooden footbridge crosses a stream that once fed the Ottershaw Park Mill, adding a touch of heritage and tranquillity.
For those who enjoy outdoor entertaining, the property offers multiple terraces, including a large sun terrace accessed from the kitchen and drawing room, and a shaded oak pergola ideal for relaxed dining.
Leisure facilities include a full-size tennis court and a recently renovated, heated outdoor swimming pool with an automated safety cover. Adjacent to the pool is a detached pool house with a fully equipped bar and kitchen, laundry, changing room, and en suite shower, perfect for summer gatherings.
A large enclosed vegetable garden with raised timber beds and a substantial greenhouse offers excellent potential for homegrown produce.
A converted double-decker bus (available by separate negotiation) adds a playful and distinctive feature, ideal for parties or creative use.
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Opportunities like this don't come around often, this estate stands out as one of the finest in its class in recent years.
Nick BarnettProperty agent