7 bed detached house for sale

Abney Court Drive, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8

A substantial and very well appointed seven-bedroom home on one of Bourne End’s most sought-after roads, with riverside gardens, a wet dock and beautiful views.

Description
An exceptional family home offering space, views and privacy: October House sits in a prime spot on the river Thames, with incredible panoramas up and down stream. With a generous footprint of more than 5,100 sq ft, the property is fantastically spacious, offering accommodation over three floors as well as the added benefit of a detached self-contained studio providing an ideal space for multi-generational living or visiting guests. A striking first impression to the house is afforded by the imposing entrance hall: A flight of steps leads up to a glazed porch, opening to a stunning double-height space with a curved oak staircase that rises gracefully to the top floor, allowing natural light to flood into the home. Matching doors, frames, windows and exposed wood detailing complements the staircase and continues through the house, creating a cohesive feel. Walls are neutrally appointed in light shades, premium flooring includes carpet, tile and stripped wood, while unobtrusive spotlights add to the contemporary finish.

The expansive entrance hall leads to the rest of the accommodation, which includes a trio of well-proportioned reception rooms: A substantial living room with bifold doors opening to the rear terrace, a family room and a study/music room which has the added benefit of a lift rising to the first floor. The kitchen is open plan with a spacious breakfast area and windows to the front and rear providing lovely views and excellent natural light. Wooden cabinetry adds timeless dimension and provides ample storage, including a large central island accommodating both gas and electric hobs and a useful prep area with sink. There is a further sink, integrated appliances including Miele ovens and multiple power points for various configurations. Off the kitchen, a sun room leads out onto the garden terrace and a utility room provides space for laundry machines and further storage. A garden room also opens to the garden and provides an internal link to the attached double garage.

Arranged over the first and second floors, all of the bedrooms are well sized and versatile. The principal bedroom has its own river-facing balcony, built-in wardrobes and an en suite bath/shower room and there is a further en suite bedroom ideal for visiting guests. The five additional bedrooms share a family bathroom.

Outside
Enjoying a wonderfully private setting, October House is set at the end of Abney Court Drive in one of the area's prime riverside positions. A private driveway leads through electric gates to a sizeable parking area to the front of the house, which includes a water feature and a dramatic entrance to the property set underneath a glazed porch. High hedges and walls provide exceptional privacy from neighbouring homes, while to the side of the house is an attached double garage providing further covered parking and storage.

To the side of the property there is a fabulous kitchen garden, with a variety of raised beds covered with pest-proof cages and a greenhouse. This leads to a charming paved courtyard space perfect for alfresco dining, with a decking terrace surrounding the house providing elevated views towards the river. A lawn, shaded by a magnificent copper beech, flows down to the water’s edge where there is a further seating area and a private wet dock with gated access. Adjoining the dock there is a detached self-contained studio with its own outdoor space overlooking the water and Bourne End Railway Bridge.

Location
Abney Court Drive is one of the finest roads in the sought-after village of Bourne End, where large, detached houses sit within private gardens, a stone's throw from the river Thames. Popular with London commuters, young families and retirees alike, the village amenities provide for everyday needs, with a station to London Paddington (via connection at Maidenhead). In addition to the many sailing clubs and societies, there are plentiful cafes and restaurants including a tapas bar, coffee shops and two pubs.

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 including Sir William Borlases’ Grammar and Great Marlow School in Marlow, Danesfield School, Wycombe Abbey in High Wycombe, and Herries Prep in Cookham Dean.

For commuters, Bourne End station (0.5 miles) 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, being four miles away; the M4 is about nine miles away at Junction 8/9.

Square Footage: 5,155 sq ft



Directions
From Bourne End station proceed south on Station Road/A4155. After 0.2 miles turn right onto Abney Court Drive and then take the next right. Follow the road to the end where October House is situated directly ahead.