5 bedroom detached house for sale

On arrival, you get your first glimpse of this fine home behind the magnificent laurel hedge, offering privacy and seclusion. Sweeping into the driveway you are met with the abundant cultivated grape vines adorning the front aspect, and the mature shrubs surrounding the paved driveway with parking for several cars.

Entering the property you find yourself in a large, light strewn vestibule, boasting a vaulted glass ceiling and an apricot coloured tiled floor. A vibrant stained glass panelled door leads you into the spacious entrance hall, inviting you to explore the excellent living space and abundance of original features.

The genteel and captivating living room, decorated in a Farrow and Ball heritage green, is filled with natural light from the two large bay windows. The French doors leading to the garden are perfect for al fresco entertaining. The focal point of the room is an Inglenook fireplace, ideal for creating a cosy ambiance on colder days. 

Leading off from the hall is a generous reception room, currently being used as an inspiring office space decorated in warm crimson and dark wood. This versatile room could also lend itself to being a fifth bedroom and would look resplendent with a double bed and classic furnishings.

The perfectly proportioned kitchen, furnished with clotted cream cabinets set off by copper-flecked black granite worktops, creates the ultimate 21st Century look. The joy of cooking in this space is enhanced by the range of integrated appliances, including a Neff induction hob and split-level oven/microwave. It also has a breakfast bar for informal dining, and a large larder cupboard helping to create an organised home. The picture window looks out over the garden vista adorned with bountiful fruit trees.

Situated at the far end of the kitchen is a further utility area with space for a washing machine and dryer; it also houses a Belfast sink and a capacious storage cupboard. Adjacent to the back door is a slate tiled cloakroom and Boot Room area for your wellies.

Adjoining the kitchen is the dining room and snug area, perfect for entertaining. The room is capable of accommodating a stylish dining table seating in excess of eight guests. Bathed in morning sunshine, it is an ideal space for having a relaxing brunch.

The principal bedroom is conveniently located on the ground floor, incorporating French doors which offer immediate access to the lovely garden. This room has been decorated in muted shades with classic Morris design willow bough curtains, echoing the majestic willow tree embellishing the garden. The ensuite is private and is fitted with an invigorating shower and travertine tiles.

Entering the second bedroom, situated off the main hall, you find yourself in a well-proportioned area, which could be utilised as a guest bedroom or converted into a dressing room for the principal bedroom next door. It is a quiet room, enveloped in soft light, presenting a delightful view of the garden.

The family bathroom has a stylish countertop sink unit coloured in a soft grey. It is tastefully tiled floor to ceiling featuring timeless white panelling and Quentin Blake Zagazoo wallpaper. The bath is situated under the substantial sky light allowing you to lie and gaze at the stars whilst the fluffy towels are warmed on the heated rail.

Upstairs are two further warm and welcoming bedrooms that share a practical shower room. They have far reaching views over the surrounding countryside and are quiet and restful. Plentiful loft space can be accessed from these rooms, with the garden facing room featuring a walk-in wardrobe. An abundance of wildlife graces the panorama from the splendid double aspect windows.

Outside you really do have a garden for all seasons; mature trees that offer dappled shade in the summer, a warm slate terrace for admiring the first flush of spring, space for a vegetable garden ideal for home cooked fare in the autumn and in winter the gateway to bracing walks across a myriad of country footpaths and bridleways. 

You can become immersed in this captivating garden, offering a variety of plein-air dining terraces and casual seating nooks from where to admire dragonflies hovering over the wildlife pond, breathing in the heady aroma of fragrant plants or watching the flicker of the flames in the fire pit, with a glass of wine, as the sun goes down. On a breezy day you can either sit on the veranda of the summer house with a cosy blanket or snuggle inside it with a good book and hot drink.

Brook Place is a pleasant stroll to the quintessential centre of Waltham St. Lawrence, known for its historical significance, with the beautiful 7th century St. Lawrence Church, the historical pound and the classic half-timbered 15th century Bell Inn, bequeathed to the village in 1608 by stationer Sir Ralph Newbury. It is also in close proximity to the Outstanding Ofsted rated Waltham St. Lawrence Primary School, which is just around the corner.

There is a good selection of independent and state schools nearby, including the Dolphin School, Wellington College, Eton College, The Abbey, Queen Anne's School and Reading Blue Coat.

The rural utopia also has an active village environment with livery stabling, polo clubs, playing fields, a nature reserve, a village cricket club, numerous societies and activities and two quaint pubs, both offering excellent dining incorporating local produce. Further amenities are available in Henley-on-Thames, Maidenhead, Windsor, Reading and nearby Twyford where there is a plethora of restaurants and local shops - including a Waitrose.

Transport links are abundant in the area. There is a convenient commuter rail service from the mainline station of Twyford, just three miles away, that travels to London Paddington in under 30 minutes on the new Elizabeth line. London Waterloo can be accessed from Winnersh which is 4 miles away, Junction 8/9 of the M4 at Maidenhead is within six miles, and London Heathrow airport is just a short 25 minute drive. 

A fantastic range of recreational facilities are available locally including horse racing at Royal Ascot and Windsor, golf at Billingbear and Castle Royle, flying at White Waltham, Rowing at Henley-on-Thames and fitness at David Lloyd Leisure. 

Material Information:

Part A.

Property: Five Bedroom Detached

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority / Council Tax: Windsor and Maidenhead – Band G.

EPC: D

Part B.

Property Construction: Brick and block

Services.

Water: Mains

Drainage: Mains

Electricity: Mains 

Heating: - Oil Tank

Broadband: FTTP (Ofcom)

Mobile: Likely – Indoor/outdoor (OfCom)

Part C.

Parking: Large Driveway Parking