4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A semi-detached character home with stunning interiors and a pretty landscaped garden in a well-connected setting for the centre of Bourne End, the station and the marina.

Description

This semi-detached home was built in 1895 and has been extensively modernised while retaining the classic lines and generous proportions of the Victorian era. The elegant décor beautifully complements the character features of the home, with a neutral colour palette and high ceilings highlighting the abundance of space. In recent years, the vendors have a made a number of significant updates including new flooring, a stunning new bespoke kitchen, full cosmetic redecoration, door handles replaced with stunning brass door knobs, and converting an office space to create an en suite shower room.

The heart of the home is the handmade kitchen, enhanced by an AGA and an AGA module, a Liebherr fridge and freezer, and a wine fridge that holds 80 bottles with dual temperature zones. This space leads to the bar area, which features a separate drinks fridge and overlooks the terraced garden, perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining.

The house is packed with premium features, including underfloor heating, fitted wardrobes and bookshelves and a security alarm system, and it is ready for immediate occupation – all that is needed is personalisation by the new owner.

The accommodation is fantastically light and spacious, arranged over three floors with an easy, flowing and well thought-out layout. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall with storage and a cloakroom with WC, a sitting room and separate study/dining room – both fitted with wood-burning stoves – and a gorgeous, light-filled kitchen to the rear. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en suite in addition to the family bath and shower room. On the second floor, a further two bedrooms, one with an en-suite. Two of the three bathrooms have been newly renovated within the last 18 months, and there is ample storage space in both the loft area and the eaves.

Outside
Rath Haven is situated on Wharf Lane, a sought-after road at the heart of Bourne End, linking The Parade to Bourne End Marina on the River Thames in a highly sought-after setting. The house is set back from the road behind a paved driveway, where there is off-street parking to the front and a side gate leading alongside the house to an additional paved area for further parking for one car and a storage shed. The rear garden is beautifully landscaped to include a large terrace accessed from the kitchen/dining room and an area of lawn bordered by mature trees and low hedging, backed by wooden panel fencing. The garden feels fantastically leafy and secluded, and is a lovely, sheltered space for entertaining.

Location

The thriving village of Bourne End is situated on the banks of the river Thames, with its charming marina within ¼ mile. Popular with London commuters, young families and retirees alike, the village amenities provide for everyday needs, including a station to London Paddington (via connection at Maidenhead).

The nearby towns of Beaconsfield, Marlow and Maidenhead offer wider shopping and facilities, with an eclectic mix of independent and national retailers. Just outside the village, the area opens onto 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.

For commuters, Bourne End station (200 metres) provides a superb link to Maidenhead, with London Paddington accessible in as little as 40 minutes. Maidenhead (11 mins from Bourne End station) with Crossrail services, provides a superb link to The City and Canary Wharf. The M40 London-bound is accessed at Junction 3, four miles away; the M4 is about nine miles away at Junction 8/9.

Square Footage: 2,089 sq ft



Directions

From Bourne End station head West on Station Road and at the mini roundabout take the first exit onto The Parade. Take the first left onto Wharf Lane and continue for about 50 metres, where the property will be on the right-hand side.

Additional Info

All mains drainage
Wycombe Council