Detached house for sale in School Lane, Medmenham SL7

The Hermitage is an exceptional family house in a prime elevated position within Medmenham, close to the river Thames and surrounded by the spectacular countryside of the Chiltern Hills, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The house is a striking brick and flint construction dating from the early 1900s and later extended from its original cottage in 2001 to the substantial 7,257 sq ft residence of today. The house is a prime example of late Victorian architecture and internally has a number of character features, from exposed beams to dado rails. The house is set within manicured and thoughtfully landscaped gardens with excellent leisure facilities, and there are a range of outbuildings and a two-bedroom annexe, of 1,225 sq ft ideally suited to guest accommodation. The accommodation is beautifully presented throughout in an elegant style with more traditional elements, complemented by modern additions such as underfloor heating throughout the entire ground floor, a sonos sound system, alarm and CCTV, plus a classically appointed farmhouse-style kitchen and stylish bathrooms. The ceilings are high and the rooms airy and bright, with tall windows framing idyllic views of the gardens and views beyond.
The ground floor is perfectly equipped for family life, with two very well-proportioned reception rooms and a fabulous eat-in kitchen. Both the orangery and the separate drawing room have a large amount of glazing, providing not only beautiful views over the gardens but also excellent natural light. The kitchen has plenty of space for entertaining family and friends, with an array of appliances and granite work surfaces for easy preparation. There is also a laundry room, study and cloakroom. These are set around an impressive reception hall and a central staircase rising to the first floor, where there are four bedroom suites, including a vast principal suite which has a fitted dressing room and en suite bath/shower room, while bedroom four has sole use of the family bathroom.
Alongside the garage complex, is a self-contained two bedroom apartment which has an open plan kitchen/sitting room, two bedrooms and bathroom, which would be ideal for older children, visiting guests or let as an income generator. A separate loft, accessed from one of the double garages, provides ample storage space.

Outside

The Hermitage is set within picturesque, park-like grounds of about 4.6 acres, comprising level formal lawns, woodland, paved terraces for dining outside, a pretty pond and a wealth of planting within both formal borders and more relaxed flowerbeds. An outdoor swimming pool is complemented by a large bathing terrace and an adjoining pool house, while nestled within the trees is a tennis court. The house is accessed by an imposing gated driveway which leads up through the grounds to a substantial parking area and the garaging, which includes two separate double garages. Further outbuildings include a games room, workshop, detached barn and outbuilding.

Situation

Medmenham is a historic village situated close to the banks of the river Thames between Marlow and Henley. There are amenities easily accessible including a pub, church and village hall, with further amenities in the neighbouring village of Hurley. Both Henley and Marlow offer plentiful amenities including superstore shopping, doctors’ and dentist’ surgeries and leisure facilities. Maidenhead (11.3 miles) is situated to the southeast of Hurley and offers rail connections via the Elizabeth line to and across London. Junction 8/9 of the M4 is easily accessible via the A404(M) or A308(M), providing access to the M25, Heathrow and the West Country. There are a number of sporting facilities locally including rowing at Henley, Hurley Lawn Tennis Club and golf at Temple Golf Club. There is excellent walking and riding locally on the Thames Path and within the wider Chiltern Hills aonb.

Additional Information

Local Authority: Buckinghamshire Council
Council Tax: Band H
Services: Mains water and electricity are supplied to the property. Oil-fired central heating. Private Drainage