Location

Princes Risbourgh 6 miles, High Wycombe 8 miles, Thame 7 miles, Heathrow (T5) 33 miles, central London (Baker Street) 40 miles. All distances are approximate.

Sprigs Alley is nestled in the heart of the Chilterns, between Radnage and Chinnor. The larger towns of High Wycombe and Princes Risborough provide more comprehensive facilities while the historic market town of Thame is within about 7 miles offering independent shops, cafes and restaurants.

The property is ideally placed for commuting into London with road access via the M40 and with regular fast train services to London Marylebone from both Princes Risborough and High Wycombe.   

The area has an excellent range of state and private schools, with grammar schools in High Wycombe, well regarded primary schools in Bledlow Ridge and Lacey Green, and Lord Williams's comprehensive school in Thame. Independent preparatory schools include Pipers Corner (for girls), Griffin House, Ashfold School and Gateway School (boys and girls) to name a few.

Description

Sprigs Holly House is a charming period countryside property in the heart of the stunning Chiltern Hills. The main property consists of three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room and large sitting room, connected to a self-contained annexe with double bedroom, bathroom, lounge and kitchen, easily integrated into the main house if desired. Occupying an idyllic spot, the hamlet of Sprigs Alley, home to the renowned Sir Charles Napier gastro pub, offers numerous walks and bridleways and benefits from a friendly and active community yet offers easy access to London by road and rail.

Sprigs Holly House offers beautifully presented and characterful accommodation throughout, expertly combining rustic, original features with contemporary design. The ground floor reception space comprises a dining hall together with a spacious sitting room, opening into a conservatory overlooking the garden. A fireplace with a wood burner in the sitting room creates an inviting and relaxed setting. The kitchen is well equipped with an excellent range of units complemented by granite and wood worktops and integrated appliances. There is ample room for a breakfast table with views over the garden. Just off the kitchen is a boot room with door access to the garden, perfect for muddy dogs and boots, alongside storage and space for appliances. In addition is a ground floor shower room.

The bedroom accommodation is arranged on the first floor with three double bedrooms, one with built-in wardrobes. The principal bedroom enjoys a triple aspect and offers views of the Chilterns and over the south facing garden. A family bathroom serves these rooms and benefits from a shower, freestanding bath and a large, useful store cupboard.

The adjoining annexe is equally charming and comprises a sitting/dining room with open fireplace and French doors to the garden, fully fitted kitchen and bedroom with built-in wardrobes and en suite shower room. There is a private driveway to the front of the annexe, with space for two vehicles.

Sprigs Holly House enjoys a quiet and picturesque setting with fields and countryside beyond, yet with the security of neighbours nearby. The property boasts a driveway with large outbuilding consisting of a double car port, workshop with large studio space above that could be used as a large office or play den. The mature garden to the rear provides a lovely backdrop to the house, with a large area of lawn and a beautiful pond with landscaped rockery, inviting a variety of wildlife. A terrace provides an ideal spot to enjoy the garden, with a Wisteria clad pergola giving a shady refuge.

There is approved planning permission for a for a double storey extension. Ref. 22/05111/FUL.