A characterful Arts and Crafts style home of considerable charm, occupying beautifully established south-facing gardens in one of Linslade's most desirable residential settings.
Situated within the heart of the highly regarded Linslade Conservation Area, 7 Church Road is a distinguished individual Arts and Crafts residence dating from 1926, occupying a mature plot of approximately 0.44 acres, which is surely one of the largest in the area. Set centrally within its grounds and surrounded by an attractive street scene of substantial period homes, the property offers an exceptional blend of character, proportion and beautifully landscaped gardens that really need to be seen to be fully appreciated.
The accommodation is arranged around an impressive central reception hall, creating an immediate sense of space and grandeur. The elegant sitting room features a striking curved bay window, open fireplace and delightful garden outlook, while the formal dining room enjoys a matching curved bay, overlooking the rear gardens and inset fireplace. The well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room has been thoughtfully updated to provide a contemporary family space, centred around an island unit with seating area and complemented by a log-burning stove. A utility room and guest cloakroom add practicality, whilst a garden room extends from the sitting room and provides a wonderful vantage point from which to enjoy the gardens. A useful cellar offers excellent wine storage and ancillary space.
On the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, two benefitting from the property's signature curved bay windows, together with a stylish family bathroom. The dual aspect and vaulted principal bedroom has the benefit of an en suite shower and wash hand basin.
The gardens are a particular highlight of the property and are enclosed by brick walls. Facing south and extending across an impressive width of approximately 109 ft, they have been carefully cultivated to create a series of attractive outdoor spaces designed to offer both sunny and shady spots for quiet enjoyment and family activities. A broad sandstone terrace adjoins the house, bordered by richly stocked flower beds, while a formal ornamental pond, thoughtfully designed with a curved end reflecting the distinctive double curved bay windows of the house, forms a striking focal point. A charming waterfall and interconnected pond sequence to the side creates a tranquil and natural setting under a magnificent magnolia tree, ideal for aquatic wildlife. Beyond lie formal lawns, areas of wildflower meadow, a vine-clad pergola and summer house, all combining to create a garden of exceptional interest, maturity and character.
Further outbuildings include a greenhouse, garden shed, oak framed carport and a double-length garage with additional store room beyond. The garage benefits from a four post car lift adding an additional car storage space and two electric car chargers, one inside and one outside. To the front, an electrically gated driveway and attractive walled garden provide both privacy and a fitting approach to this fine family home.
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This has to be the largest, or one of the largest, residential plots in Linslade.
Douglas SleaperProperty agent