WASHBROOK HOUSE
This has been such a happy home for its owners who have just joyful memories of their life here to take away. However, it is time for a new family to unpack their bags and to relish residing in this truly beautiful home in such a fabulous location.
GROUND FLOOR
The house is entered via an impressive entrance storm porch with a pitched and tiled roof, brick piers, and a solid timber casement brings you in to the property. The entrance hall conveys the light, quality and open plan layout of this spacious family home. Inch oak flooring and skirtings flow seamlessly through the entire ground floor. A new oak staircase with glass panels glides up to the first floor, two contemporary radiators, smoke alarm, down lighting. The cloakroom has limestone floor and wall tiles, ladder radiator, low-level WC, circular basin with ornate mixer tap, mirror, extractor fan.
The bright open plan combined living and dining room has a feature wood burning fireplace set in the chimney breast with a black granite hearth. Down lighters, four ceiling speakers, alarm sensor, three radiators, two rear windows with a ‘vista’ across the gardens, two pairs of French doors to the frontage with four full heights fixed panels allowing more light to flood through this fabulous reception room. The sitting room is a versatile area, and could provide a family room or a large office. Wood panelling, radiator, side doors and a rear window.
The kitchen has a high vaulted ceiling with down lighters and mood lighting. The well-designed kitchen provides a comprehensive range of white fronted base units, pan drawers, integrated Bosch dishwasher, drinks chiller, granite worktops, inset enamel sink with boiling water tap. The central island has additional base cabinets, oak working surface, power points. Tall Kenwood fridge./freezer unit, eye-level wine rack. Smeg fan-assisted double oven, grill and plate warmer. Above is a 5-ring induction hob and extractor hood above, white ceramic tiling. There is plenty of room for a farmhouse table and six chairs, heat extractor, side and front windows overlooking the driveway and gardens.
The guest bedroom has double French doors overlooking the open frontage and an oak tree. Radiator, down lighters, telephone point. A spacious wet room with mosaic floor tiling, floating washstand with a wide wash hand basin, low-level WC, rainfall shower head. Down lighters, fully tiled walls, opaque side window.
Bedroom three has a high vaulted ceiling and a front window with open views. The en-suite with vaulted ceiling has a claw & foot cast-iron roll top bath with a mixer tap and showerhead attachment. Washstand with an inset Waverly wash hand basin. Cast-iron radiator, heated towel rail, high-level cistern, tiled floor. Plaster display niche, extractor fan, opaque side window. Bedroom four also has a vaulted ceiling, alarm sensor, rear window giving pleasant garden views. The spacious wet room with a vaulted ceiling has mosaic floor tiling, two fully tiled walls, radiator, shower head. Washstand, fitted mirror with shaver point, down lighters, extractor fan, opaque side and rear windows.
The boot room has a black tiled floor, twin Thermecon gas-fired boilers, two enclosed water cylinders, French rear doors. The utility room also has black floor tiles, white fronted base units, work surface area with an inset stainless steel sink unit. Plumbing facilities, cupboard housing 3 RCD consumer units and smart meter, rear window. A lockable door opens to a storage cupboard, ideal for additional white goods or storage with fitted racking.
Seller Insight
Surrounded by a stunning patchwork of open fields and meadows, beautifully nestled in glorious Buckinghamshire countryside, not far from a wealth of outstanding amenities is this spectacular, immaculate, family home, set within its own large acreage of land. After living and working abroad, the owners were returning to the UK and looked long and hard to find a suitable location, within easy reach of the capital. Winslow and the surrounding area topped the bill and their search began to find their new home and, discovering Washbrook House with its location and potential, certainly produced the ‘wow’ factor.
Originally, a two bedroom bungalow stood on his land but had been cleverly extended by previous owners. However, since coming to live here six years ago with their young family, its present owners have further extended the house and no stone has been left unturned to enhance its luxuries and comforts. The house contains an abundance of natural light with large windows from each room opening out onto the extensive terraces which surround the house, offering far reaching views over its magnificent surroundings. This stylish, elegant, welcoming home is mainly open plan with all its reception rooms flowing into each other presenting a seamless connectivity throughout. The kitchen is the main hub of the house with its vaulted ceiling adding to its atmosphere of space and light. In addition, a large office has been created above the garage which is ideal for home working, providing an excellent work/life balance. It is first and foremost a family home, one designed to share with others and whether it be parties for young children, Christmas when the house is adorned and the log burner is aglow, or summer parties utilising the spacious external entertaining areas, the house and its amenities ensure that such events are joyous and relaxed.
Set between the Chilterns and the Cotswolds, this is, indeed, a special location, with the added benefit of being so close to everything required for day to day life. Schools, whether state or independent are close by, one being Stowe. Winslow has a thriving market and contains good restaurants and pubs whilst Buckingham is just six miles away. Silverstone Racing Circuit is very close, with urban centres such as Milton Keynes and Aylesbury being convenient to visit, whilst both road and rail networks are excellent
This has been such a happy home for its owners who have just treasured memories of their life here to take away. However, it is time for a new family to unpack their bags and to relish residing in this truly beautiful home in such a fabulous location,*
* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
FIRST FLOOR
The galleried first floor landing also has solid oak flooring with oak hand rails, newel posts and glazed in fill panels, allowing more light to illuminate the landing and first floor. Recessed book shelving (providing access to a loft area), down lighters, radiator. Front window, and a rear Velux window providing lovely views across the gardens. The main bedroom has decorative wall panelling, fitted wardrobes and a vanity area, dormer rear window. A very impressive bathroom with a cast-iron roll top bath with mixer tap and showerhead attachment. Shower enclosure with glass doors, power shower, fully tiled walls and flooring. Ideal wash-hand basin with ornate mixer tap, storage beneath, down light ers, side window, dormer rear window providing the best rear views from the property.
The fifth double bedroom has fitted wardrobes, electric slimline wall heater, front dormer window. The en-suite bathroom offers a white cast-iron bath with tiled side panels. Showerhead attachment, lowlevel WC, central washstand and basin, tiled shower enclosure with a ceramic tray, power shower, quality tiles, ladder radiator. Fitted mirrors across one wall, down lighters, opaque side window, Velux front window. The sixth bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, panelled walls, down lighters, rear window with some fine views. The upstairs is completed by a small office, ideal for children’s studying, there is a waist high access door to a further boarded loft space with lighting.
OUTSIDE
Front Garden
A shared tarmac driveway sweeps down to Washbrook House, and leads to neighbouring Washbrook Meadows. To the right of the driveway there is around an acre of level gardens enclosed my mature evergreen trees, newly planted laurels and the brook separating the site from ‘Mallard Meadows’ (which is nearing completion). Across the frontage there is some new brick walling, wooden slatted fencing and block piers defining the front boundary. There is a section of lawn inside the walling and an attractive young Oak tree.
Double Garage/Office & Parking
The large detached garage has two lightweight doors with ample power points, lighting, alarm sensor and an RCD consumer unit, side window. A sturdy decked staircase gives good access to the spacious office above and decked seating area. This impressive space is very well insulated with four exposed purlins. Ample power points, front window, with an opaque window and door proving privacy from the gardens. The 2,500 litre plastic oil tank is also located pout of view.
Rear Garden
Directly behind the house is a newly laid extensive terrace with power points, uplights, cold-water tap. The rear formal garden is laid totally to lawn, is retained by brick walling, block piers, wooden fencing, established trees and hedgerow which provide both screening and privacy. There is a section of post and rail fencing well down the garden with a wide access left open leading to a section of meadow garden just inside the rear boundary. The main garden extends to around an acre, and the total plot is calculated to be around 2.7 acres.
Planning Permission
Planning permission exists to construct a two-storey extension off the rear of the garage and office to provide ancillary accommodation to the property. For more information, visit the Buckinghamshire planning portal and search under reference (23/03965/APP).
Restrictive Covenants
No building without the express permission of Washbrook Meadows, this is reciprocal. No businesses allowed on the land/property other than that of administration. No permeant caravans on the property, both also being reciprocal. There are restrictive covenants in place as to how the land can be used. The agent will supply further information to interested parties.
LOCATION
Winslow is a very attractive, historic and sought after market town first mentioned in 792 when King Offa granted the area to St.Albans Abbey. It is situated just 6 miles from Buckingham and 7 miles from Bletchley, Milton Keynes, the A413 connects to Aylesbury. Both Horn Street and the High Street retain their original layout of the 13th century, with many beautiful halftimbered buildings still evident from the 16th and 17th centuries. A bustling market has been held in the market square since 1235. The 13th century parish church of St.Laurence has attracted many famous visitors over the years including the Queen Mother. The current town has a charming mixture of restaurants, public houses, shops and an antique centre. Each August bank Holiday Monday the Winslow Show attracts many thousands of visitors to its horse show, dog show and other traditional activities. The Winslow Hall Opera performs in the grounds of Winslow Hall and The Wadden Chase fox hunt meets in Winslow Market Square every Boxing Day attracting close to 1,000 visitors. There is an excellent choice of both state and independent schooling in Winslow, the Buckingham school (secondary modern, the Royal Latin Grammar school and the world renowned Stowe school.
The new East-West Rail station should be operational in late 2024 connecting to Oxford, Cambridge Milton Keynes Central and London. It’s a wonderful location betwixt The Chilterns and The Cotswolds, both Silverstone & Stratford are a short drive away.
Services
Mains electricity and water, private drainage, oil-fired radiator and some under floor central heating, BT.
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire Council. Telephone (0300) 131 6000.
Council Tax Band ‘G’
Current Payable £3,758.76p PA
Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage
Ultrafast broadband speed is available in the area with predicted highest available download speeds of 1,000Mbps, and highest available upload speeds of 1,000Mbps. Current to the house now is 49.1Mbps upload and 9.17Mbps download. There is 4G mobile signal in the area (02, Three, Vodafone, Asda, EE), we advise you to check with your mobile phone provider.
Tenure
Freehold
Viewing Arrangements
Strictly through the vendors sole agent Fine & Country on either (01295) 239665 or (07761) 439927.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday 9am – 7pm Saturday 9am – 4pm
Sunday By prior arrangement
Directions
If you approach Winslow from Buckingham, the newly built mainline train station is clearly visible on your right hand side as you enter the town. If you take the left turning just before the station on to the A4033 Great Horwood Road, this takes you out of town passing the new David Wilson homes. After just a short drive, the road bends away to the left just after ‘Mallard Meadows’. You drive over the bridge then take the concealed turning on your right hand side before you meet the bend in the road. There is a Fine & Country board on the verge to assist you.
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 31.07.2024
CHRISTOPHER E MOBBS FNAEA CPEA PARTNER AGENT
Fine & Country Banbury
38 years experience | 07761 439927 | DD: (01295) 239665
email: chris.mobbs@fineandcountry.com
Chris was born and educated in Banbury and has been a senior and key member of Fine & Country since he joined in January 2003, 38 years in the industry. He is a long standing and active fellow of the National Association of Estate Agents and joined the industry in May 1986. Chris is a consummate professional accepting only the highest standards of marketing, integrity and customer care. He also holds the CPEA qualification gained in 1993 after 2 years studying property law, sales & marketing and building construction. Chris has lived in Hanwell for over 34 years with Elizabeth, and she has put up with my terrible humour, mood swings and love of Leeds United now for 39 years!, so is without doubt a local property expert!
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