An expansive country house in exceptional grounds and gardens with separate cottage, indoor pool, tennis court and garaging.
Set in approximately 2.64 acres of beautifully manicured gardens, this country house represents a rare opportunity to acquire a wonderful home in a quiet and secluded position, yet being a short drive from the historic towns of Windsor and Ascot and all the amenities they have to offer. The property, which originally dates back to the 17th century, has recently undergone an extensive renovation programme that includes multiple extensions, a full refurbishment throughout and adaptations to the internal layout to allow for modern family living. Within the grounds the property comprises a five bedroom main house, two double bedroom cottage, an impressive leisure complex with a very large indoor swimming pool, two saunas, spa, changing facilities, gym, and treatment room. There is also an extensive garage block with space for three cars, and the potential to convert the space into extra accommodation or offices, subject to the usual planning consentsIn addition to this the property is completed with it's own tennis court, fully equipped kitchen garden, wine cellar, and stabling and paddock with it's own independent access from the road. The Main House Recently renovated to an exceptionally high standard and retaining all of its original features, character and charm is in abundance throughout. The ground floor, which provides excellent family living space is also perfect for entertaining and includes a large, modern kitchen/breakfast room with Wolf and Sub Zero appliances and links to an open plan conservatory providing access to the gardens to the south. On the opposite side, the main kitchen area also provides access to the newly constructed outdoor kitchen and entertaining area, which includes a stunning, built in range complete with a 'Big Green Egg' barbeque, rotisserie, pizza oven, fridges and sinks. There is also an expansive seating and dining area and built in fire pit. Internally, the rest of the ground floor comprises an entrance hall, formal reception room, study, utility, snug and dining room, both of which with original inglenook fire places. The first floor offers a generous master bedroom with a large en suite bathroom and split level dressing room, three further double bedrooms, and three shower rooms. The accommodation is completed by a further bedroom and separate gaming room to the second floor. The property also offers a separate self-contained two bed cottage with an open plan kitchen/living room, separate dining room and shower room with its own private patio area, perfect for additional guest accommodation .Further 5.33 acres of land available by seperate negotiation.
Exceptional schools in the area include Lambrook Prep School, St. Mary's School, Heathfield, St. George's, Eton College, Wellington College, Hall Grove, Papplewick, The ACS International and TASIS. Recreational facilities across the area include horse racing at Ascot and polo at The Guards Club or Royal Berkshire Polo Club, a variety of golf courses, health and tennis clubs, leisure centres, cinemas, and theatres.Positioned beautifully in this rural countryside location, however local transport links are easily accessible with Junction 8 of the M4 approximately 8 miles away and Twyford Railway Station also approximately 8 miles. The towns of Ascot, Windsor and Maidenhead are all reached within a short drive. With both the River Thames and Windsor Great Park not far away, there are miles of beautiful country walks to enjoy, including many walks right on the doorstep.Ascot 5.9 miles, Bracknell 3.2 miles, Windsor 9.1 miles, Reading 13.2 miles, Heathrow airport 19 miles, Central London 35 miles, Twyford Railway Station 6 miles. All distances approximate.