Dream House Part 4

PRIME POSITION

Lying close to the Prime Minister’s country house at Chequers in Buckinghamshire, the Glebe House in Little Kimble occupies an attractive setting within its own land on the edge of, and with views towards, the Chiltern Hills. It’s a fine example of a beautifully presented and spacious country house, with a long driveway approach, its own paddock land and countryside views. The house offers bespoke interiors with over 5000 sq ft of accommodation and a luxurious kitchen with an Aga and a superb orangery. There are great views from the master bedroom and you can also make the most of features such as an orangery. Savills is asking £2,975,000 for the period gem. Call them on 01494 731950 for more information.

LIVING IN STILE

You’d never know you were so close to the M4 and Heathrow when you step inside this Queen Anne style house. Agents Savills say Park Stile in Langley needs modernisation, but presents an ideal opportunity for someone who wishes to renovate the property because it has no listing. The period property sits within private gardens and grounds approaching five acres. It is approached via a sweeping gravel drive. To the rear the land borders the new ‘The Langley’ luxury hotel and spa. To the front the view stretches across countryside. There are lovely large reception rooms, a spacious kitchen/breakfast room makes an excellent family space, while upstairs there are six bedrooms. Savills estimates a market value of £2,100,000. Call 01494 731950, visit www.savills.co.uk

SO NEAR... YET SO FAR

This impressive David Wilson built home enjoys an enviable semi-rural position in Spencers Wood with a delightful aspect overlooking open countryside, and yet it is within walking distance of village amenities Accessed via a little lane which leads nowhere else, the property has some interesting added extras, too. It’s been adapted with a lift that gives access to the upper floors and a loft conversion which has created a wonderful suite, helping your guests to get away from it all too! Downstairs has been extended to offer a well-appointed kitchen-breakfast room with the advantage of bifold doors opening to the established garden alongside two reception rooms and a conservatory. The property has a price tag of £725,000. For more information contact Haslams on 0118 960 1000 or visit www.haslams.net

RURAL IDYLL

A sweeping driveway, edged with white picket fencing and paddocks, leads to Yates Farm, a stunning period farmhouse near Binfield, set in 11 acres of land. To the rear, well-maintained and secluded gardens incorporate a paved patio that takes full advantage of the southerly aspect and an ‘all weather’ tennis court. The grounds are outstanding and in addition to the gardens, paddocks and an orchard, there are about six acres of ancient woodland belonging to the house on the opposite side of the lane, bordered on one side by a stream. Interesting features include a sun room with glass roof, and indoor pool with a sauna and a shower room. In addition to the main house, there is a beautiful Grade II listed timber framed threshing barn that dates back to the 18th century. Agents Strutt & Parker have put a guide price of £2 million on the property. Call them on 01344 636960 or visit www.struttandparker.com

sources: Berkshire Life, August 2018