With warm brick elevations under a clay tile roof and dating from the 17th century, Moorgate Cottage is a charming country cottage in a beautiful rural setting. It has evolved over the years with additions and modifications but the recent single storey extension, completed 4 years ago and housing the kitchen/breakfast room and utility is outstanding. It was designed by Mark Shaw of Studioshaw of Shoreditch using Shou Sugi Ban burnt wood on the exterior to reflect local blackened barn timber. The result provides space and light to the cottage which now offers flexible family accommodation which is beautifully presented throughout. Many period features have been retained including inglenook fireplaces and exposed beams whilst adding modern comforts like underfloor heating to the ground floor, an efficient hot water system and Tado controlled radiators meaning you have phone app control of temperature control in all rooms.

The ground floor accommodation comprises a lovely sitting room, family room, and a delightful snug with an office off it. All rooms have wood flooring and exposed ceiling timbers giving a warm authentic cottage atmosphere. The light and airy dining room, with doors to the garden, opens to the magnificent kitchen/breakfast room with full height glazing overlooking the rear garden. The kitchen is well appointed with white units, a central island and a polished concrete floor. Integrated appliances include two dishwashers, wine fridge, additional drinks “breakfast” fridge, separate ice maker, twin ovens and warming plates. There is on demand boiling water/chilled filtered water in a dedicated sink.

To the first floor there are five bedrooms. The principal bedroom has a beautifully fitted en suite shower room. There are four further bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom.


Outside

Moorgate Cottage is accessed from the road via electric 5-bar gates, controlled by mobile phone link, opening to a gravel drive and parking area for at least 3 cars with ease. The stunning gardens have been professionally designed and landscaped to be both sustainable and low maintenance. There is an irrigation system in place and power available throughout. A haha has been incorporated into the design to give outstanding far- reaching views over the lawn to the open countryside. There is a small paddock to the rear for livestock and a pond in the front for Koi carp and a working well. The “secret” garden, provided by yew hedging forms a space for either ornamental plants or a vegetable patch.

A south facing terrace is accessed from the dining room and kitchen and provides the perfect spot to enjoy the lovely surroundings. It features a large raised outside patio area, maximising views in complete privacy. To one side is a Japanese-style hot tub, powered by the central heating, with a full filtration system and precise temperature making it easy and economical to run. In addition, there is a children's play area with a trampoline.

In all the gardens and grounds amount to 0.77 of an acre and are a perfect backdrop to this beautiful property on the edge of this desirable Buckinghamshire village.


Agents Note

19/06671/FUL Planning application still in place to convert the loft space

View payable Stamp Duty for this property