In a popular village close to Marlow, this detached 4-bedroom family home has potential for a loft conversion and a detached games room

Description

This fantastic family home is situated directly opposite the private Abbotsbrook Estate and offers spacious and versatile accommodation over three floors. The attractive whitewashed property has a very charming appearance with its external shutters and manicured appearance and is equally well presented internally. The décor is modern and tasteful and lit by natural light provided by large windows and additionally by spotlights throughout, making it feel bright and airy. The three reception rooms on the ground floor are ideal for busy family life and offer a wealth of space for entertaining at home.

The total accommodation extends to about 2098 sq ft over three floors and comprises a good-size kitchen and dining room, a formal dining hall, a double aspect sitting room with bifold doors leading out to the garden and a further family room. The ground floor also includes a utility room and a cloakroom with w.c. Externally there is a detached games room which is currently used as a gym.

On the first floor there are four well-proportioned double bedrooms, two of which benefit from en suite shower rooms. There is also a further family bathroom with bath and shower. On the top floor there is a generous loft space which could be converted to additional bedrooms (subject to the necessary consents).

The house is approached over a private driveway with plenty of off-street parking to the front. The double garage has been converted to form the games room but could be transformed back into a garage if desired. The garden is situated to the rear and is enclosed on all sides, with mature trees around the boundary bordering a level lawn and a paved patio.

Location

Fir Cottage has a favourable setting to the west of Bourne End, with the village centre approximately half a mile away. The river Thames and Bourne End Marina are additional about half a mile and can be accessed via private Abbotsbrook Estate on foot. The area is well suited to commuters, with excellent access to the A404(M) which links the M4 and M40 motorways.

Nestled on the edge of the Chilterns, Bourne End is a thriving village situated on the banks of the river Thames, popular with London commuters, young families and mature residents alike. The village of Bourne End provides for everyday needs, with a station to London Paddington (via connection at Maidenhead).

The nearby towns of Beaconsfield, Marlow, and Maidenhead offer wider facilities, with an eclectic mix of local independent and national retailers. There are numerous bars, cafes and restaurants dotted around these towns, providing for any occasion.

Just outside the village, the area opens out to glorious Green Belt rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Outdoor pursuits are numerous, such as sailing, rowing, golf, football, cricket and rugby.

Schooling around the area is renowned with a number of state, grammar and private options. Claytons Primary School is less than a quarter mile, and there are school bus routes past the property to local grammar schools.

For commuters, Bourne End station provides a superb link to Maidenhead, with London Paddington in turn accessible from Bourne End in as little as 40 minutes. Beaconsfield also has an excellent station giving access to London Marylebone in as little as 23 minutes. Maidenhead (11 mins from Bourne End station) has a Crossrail connection with fast commuter links to the city.

Square Footage: 2,318 sq ft



Directions

From the centre of Bourne End proceed west out of the village on Marlow Road and after approximately half a mile, the property will be found on the right-hand side of the road.

Additional Info

Council Tax - Buckinghamshire (Band G)