This substantial and highly impressive detached Victorian former school offers a rare opportunity to acquire a home of immense charm, character and a truly special ambience. The accommodation, extending to approximately 3,500 sq ft, is predominantly arranged on one level, with the added drama of a first-floor galleried mezzanine that overlooks the magnificent former school room. This breathtaking space, now transformed into an atmospheric principal reception room, is open to the full height of the building and features a vaulted ceiling, semi-arched windows to both front and rear, and full-height glazed doors opening directly onto a paved terrace and the gardens beyond. A staircase rises to the mezzanine, currently used as a study area, while steps within the reception room lead down to a further seating area with fitted bookshelves and a sink unit, enhancing the flexibility and use of the space.

The layout provides exceptional versatility and could readily accommodate an annexe if required. A ground floor bedroom wing includes several well-proportioned bedrooms, all enjoying pleasant outlooks, together with a family bathroom. Additional accommodation continues through a series of inner halls and atmospheric reception spaces, including a dining room with a high ceiling and full-height sash windows overlooking the rear gardens, and a main reception hall that enjoys views towards the historic village green and Prince Memorial, with glazed doors opening to a covered porch and the courtyard-style parking area.

A further wing of the house offers additional bedrooms and bathroom facilities, making it ideal for guests or multi-generational living. The principal bedroom suite is particularly impressive, featuring high ceilings, extensive built-in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom and shower room, complete with feature tiling, walk-in shower, twin basins and roof-light windows. A separate study or additional bedroom adds further flexibility.

The kitchen/breakfast room is well appointed with extensive fitted cabinetry, integrated appliances and generous worktop space, and enjoys lovely views towards the village green, Church Lane and the rear gardens. This in turn opens through glazed doors into a delightful garden room or conservatory, a light-filled space with a semi-vaulted ceiling and triple-aspect glazing overlooking the gardens. A cloakroom and a practical utility room are conveniently located alongside, providing excellent storage and additional appliance space.

Outside, the property is approached via a low brick wall and opens into a generous courtyard-style parking and turning area, adjacent to which is a double garage with twin up-and-over doors. The gardens are a particular delight, offering a high degree of privacy and seclusion. Mature lawns are interspersed with an abundance of shrubs, trees and well-stocked borders, including fruit trees, while pathways lead around the house and through further secluded areas of garden. To the rear, a large paved terrace sits immediately adjacent to the house, ideal for outdoor entertaining, with a brick-built store, attractive pond and water feature, greenhouse and gated access directly onto the High Street.

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