Location

Nestled on the edge of the Chilterns, Bourne End is a thriving village situated on the banks of 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).

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.

For commuters, Bourne End station (0.7 miles) provides a superb link to Maidenhead, with London Paddington accessible in as little as 40 minutes. Maidenhead (11 mins from Bourne End station) provides a superb link to The City and Canary Wharf.

Description

Situated in a convenient position in the parish of Well End, on the edge of Bourne End village, Clarence Cottage is a charming 17th-century home. The Grade II-listed property retains much of the original character including exposed timber detailing inside and out, a fabulous brick inglenook fireplace inset with a modern wood-burning stove, solid wood doors and further original fireplaces. The character features have been incorporated into a more modern décor scheme, though the style is traditional and complements the age of the property. The house has been improved and altered over the years including being stripped back to install new insulation and underfloor heating in the bathrooms.

The front of the house conceals the size of the property, which is generously proportioned and further benefits from a flexible layout with a number of reception rooms. An inviting reception hall, complete with fireplace and feature staircase, sits at the heart of the home, leading to two generous formal reception rooms, the long farmhouse-style kitchen which spans the back of the house and is open plan to a family room, a cloakroom and a utility room leading out to the garden. On the first floor there are four bedrooms, all of which are double size. Two of the bedrooms are en suite with the principal enjoying a dressing room and there is a further family bathroom, plus an additional study/bedroom.

Clarence Cottage is fronted by a pretty garden set behind a manicured hedge, with a traditional tiled path leading to the front door. The attached single garage leads to a large storage space at the rear and there is off-street parking to the front of the house. The rear garden is deceptively large and the first area is set within high walls, making it feel wonderfully private. The paved and gravel terrace to the rear of the house leads to a generous lawn enclosed by mature borders of shrubs and bedding plants, and there is a powered greenhouse/potting shed for keen gardeners.

A small gate opens to a second lawned area of garden, which features a variety of trees and is perfect for children and dogs. This includes its own powered lean-to green house/ wood store. There is planning permission for this to be replaced by a substantial timber clad shed/ summerhouse.

Directions

From Bourne End train Station, head along Station Road towards, and through, the village centre. Continue through past the village shops, continue further along Marlow Road. Once you’ve passed Abbey Road and then Elm Road, the property will be on the right-hand side shortly after the Black Lion pub.