On a surprisingly large plot in a cul de sac in Marlow, backing directly on to an Area of Outstanding Beauty, this wonderful spacious family home and annexe is a very compelling purchase.
Originally built in the mid-1980s, this substantial family home offers well-balanced accommodation arranged around an impressive reception hall with an elegant staircase, storage and a cloakroom. Designed with family life in mind, the house enjoys a wonderful sense of flow throughout.
The dual-aspect kitchen sits to the front and is fitted with an extensive range of cabinetry, complemented by granite worktops and upstands. Integrated appliances include double ovens, a Smeg gas hob and a dishwasher, while an adjoining utility room provides practical laundry space and side access. There is also a study providing a quiet place for home working. The dining room and generous living room are connected by French doors, creating flexible entertaining and family space. Both enjoy garden views, while the living room is centred around an inglenook-style fireplace with a log-burning stove. A glazed garden nook provides a charming spot for enjoying the outlook, with access to the terrace beyond.
Upstairs, a bright galleried landing leads to the dual-aspect principal suite, complete with fitted storage, a dressing room and an en-suite bathroom. Four further double bedrooms, three with built-in storage, are served by a stylish family bath/shower room.
The adjacent annexe provides excellent flexibility, whether for extended family living, guest accommodation, or potential income generation, subject to the necessary consents. Downstairs it comprises an open-plan kitchen and living space with contemporary gloss cabinetry, bi-fold doors, storage and a stylish shower room. Upstairs, there is a spacious double bedroom and generous storage.
Outside
This wonderful home boasts an attractive façade, enhanced by painted render and timber detailing to the upper elevations, together with a recessed entrance porch. A lawned frontage with mature planting creates an inviting approach, while the generous driveway provides ample parking for several vehicles and access to a useful garden store.
The rear gardens are a particular highlight, comprising expansive lawns framed by mature trees that cast dappled shade, alongside established planting that provides colour and structure throughout the seasons. There is also a substantial paved terrace, as well as a further thoughtfully positioned seating area for relaxing or al fresco dining. To one side, raised beds offer space for growing fruit and vegetables.
Beyond the lawns, a garden studio provides highly versatile accommodation for home working or creative pursuits. Arranged as two separate rooms with a cloakroom, it offers excellent flexibility to suit a variety of needs.
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I love this location; quiet yet close to the town centre.
Richard MabyProperty agent