Property description

This exceptional five bedroom property comes to the market for only the second time in the last 40 years, having been extended and undergone an extensive refurbishment programme by the current owners. It has been finished to a high standard and retains a lovely homely feel. Its well laid out accommodation, beautifully decorated in Farrow & Ball, has a warm ambiance throughout.The property is in a convenient location close to the Village Green, with three bedrooms enjoying views of this. There is also planning consent for a new garage with pitched tiled roof to the side. This will enable the current integral garage to be incorporated into the main accommodation of the house.The house would ideally suit a family, who will appreciate the generously proportioned rooms and close proximity to both excellent state, private and International schooling. There is a monitored alarm system, wired in smoke and CO2 detectors and LED lighting, which helps contribute to the excellent C rating of the EPC. There is a new gas central heating system to radiators, with the stunning kitchen/breakfast/family room and utility room benefiting from underfloor heating, and a pressurised water system. Windows are double glazed and the stunning kitchen/breakfast/family room has two roof lanterns and 3 sets of 2.3m high, finished floor ID Systems bi-fold doors; these not only allow in an extraordinary amount of light they give a lovely aspect over and lead onto the superb south facing rear garden - making this an ideal entertaining area, where many social gatherings have been held well into a summer's evening.The house is situated close to the heart of the highly desirable village of Englefield Green that is located in a prominent position on the edge of Windsor Great Park. This village has become one of the most sought after locations outside London and is synonymous with luxury housing. Although in close proximity to the capital, Englefield Green maintains a more rural feel with many surrounding parks and open spaces, with the River Thames and pleasure grounds around a mile away. The area benefits from excellent transport links to London and the south east with easy access to the M25, M4 and M3. London Heathrow Airport (10 mins) and London Gatwick (35mins) are also within easy reach. Egham train station provides regular service to London Waterloo (approx. 40 mins).Schools around the area include Eton College, Wellington College, TASIS, The ACS International School, Bishopsgate School as well as numerous other quality establishments. The area really is blessed with choice in this department.The local area benefits from many international sporting venues including Guards Polo Club, Ascot Racecourse and Wentworth Golf Club & Eton Dorney. Wembley & Twickenham Stadiums are also within easy reach.Externally the property offers an 82ft frontage with mature planted borders, gravel drive which can accommodate 5 cars and leads to a large single garage. The easy to maintain south facing rear garden is private with panelled fencing and a high brick wall and has both lawn and a superb large patio area ideal for entertaining and enjoying the all day long sun. Accommodation comprises:Open Porch: Two courtesy lights, paved step, and wide solid wood door with a tall window either side with privacy film leading to:Entrance Hall: Full width coir matting leading to the main part of the entrance hall which is attractively laid out in herringbone parquet flooring, tall chrome radiator, alarm pad, thermostat, spindled stairs leading to the first floor, storage cupboard. Downstairs Cloakroom: New suite comprising low-level w.c. with concealed cistern set in a granite tiled unit with display shelf above, vanity unit with inset sink, chrome mono bloc tap and soft-closing drawer cupboard below. There is a granite tiled floor, extractor fan and window to the front.Sitting Room: Approached from the hallway by double solid wood & glazed doors, there is the lovely original open fireplace in stone with a matching hearth, three double wall light points, wired in for Sky, radiator, carpeted herringbone parquet flooring, further tall radiator, wide window to the front and wide double glazed door overlooking and leading onto the rear garden. Study: Two windows to the front, radiator, solid wood door from the hallway.Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Family Room: Approached by impressive solid wood and glazed double doors this room is simply stunning! There is a range of high gloss white cabinets with soft-closing doors and drawers and granite work surfaces & splash-backs. There is concealed under lighting and low-level mood lighting and quality integrated appliances including side by side ovens with dual zone heating, a combination microwave oven/grill, dishwasher, 5-ring gas hob with extractor hood/chimney above and a fitted American style refrigerator/freezer. There are various carousels and 'pots & pans' drawers and a 2m x 1.2m island unit in granite with an inset sink unit with integrated drainer, lighting unit above and various pull out units including refuse bins. There is a porcelain tiled floor throughout this area with under-heating, 16-zone lighting system, wired in for Sky, integrated stainless steel wine cooler with lower level champagne stand to the side matching the granite finish. This architect inspired room really is the hub of the home; the two roof lanterns and 3 sets of bi-fold doors allow natural light to flood in, even on an overcast day and gives access onto the patio and beautifully landscaped South facing rear garden.Utility Room: Porcelain tiled floor with under heating, matching kitchen units with concealed lighting, inset sink, space for washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher, part tiled walls, thermostat, cupboard housing the Vaillant boiler, programmer unit and fuse-board, window and stable-door overlooking and leading onto the front garden. First Floor Landing: There is a near full height window as you come up the stairs overlooking the rear garden. The main landing has a wide window to the front overlooking trees, with a view of the village green. There is a radiator, thermostat, and access to the loft via a pull-down ladder, offering excellent storage space and there are solid wood doors to all rooms.Master Bedroom: Wide window overlooking the rear garden, radiator, sliding door in frosted etched glass leading to:En Suite Shower Room: There is a large shower enclosure with glass panelling, rainwater shower head as well as a hand held shower and a drying area. There is a low level w.c. with concealed cistern, wide vanity unit with inset sink and chrome mono bloc tap and soft-closing pull-out drawer, wood effect tiled floor, chrome heated towel rail, tiling to the majority of the walls, extractor fan, fitted cupboard, window overlooking the rear garden.Bedroom Two: Wide window overlooking trees to the front and a view of the village green, tall radiator. Bedroom Three: Wide window overlooking trees to the front and a view of the village green, radiator.Bedroom Four: Window overlooking the rear garden, radiator. There is planning consent to change the window to doors and create a large balcony area with railing balustrade to further enjoy the views and sunshine of this south facing garden.Bedroom Five: Windows overlooking trees to the front and towards the village green, radiator.Family Bathroom: Full sized panelled bath with wall mounted waterfall style mixer tap, low-level w.c. with concealed cistern, wide vanity unit with inset wash hand basin with chrome mono bloc waterfall style mixer tap and soft-closing drawer below, separate shower enclosure with glass panels and sliding doors, tiled floor and walls, chrome heated towel rail frosted window to the rear. Outside:Front: There is a brick wall and row of Photina ('Red Robin') shrubs to give an extra degree of privacy and a gravelled driveway for several cars, with various flower/shrubbery beds and giving access to:Garage: With an up and over door, light & power and a door leading to the side/rear garden.Rear Garden: South facing and laid to lawn with seclusion provided by a variety of panelled/trellis fencing and mature shrubbery. There are lovely shrubbery beds, two apple trees and a Maple. There is a wonderful curved paved area that runs almost the full width of the house with dwarf box-hedging, tap, lighting and a stunning Wisteria against the back of the house. This area is approached via the 3 sets of finished floor (no trip) Bi-Fold doors from the kitchen/breakfast/family room and makes for a memorable, flowing entertaining area for social gatherings in all seasons.

Property Features :

• 5 Bedroom House
• Wonderful location
• Good size South facing garden
• Kitchen/Breakfast/Family Room
• Sitting Room