5 bedroom cottage for sale

A quite delightful brick and flint cottage in a glorious elevated position on the edge of the Chilterns with simply breathtaking views across the valley. The way this property engages so seamlessly with it’s environment really is quite exceptional.This charming brick and flint period cottage offers well-proportioned and versatile accommodation with unusually good ceiling height for a cottage of this era. There are many original period features throughout, including exposed beams, brickwork and open fireplaces, all complemented by a stylish 21st Century contemporary feel. The front door opens into a welcoming reception hall with stairs to the first floor a cellar and cloakroom. the kitchen/dining/family room is a masterpiece, with simply stunning views to the South and West, together with casement doors to the terrace and garden. The kitchen area is well fitted and equipped with two large islands which both make the most of the amazing views. There are many original period features, with exposed beams, brickwork and fireplaces all with a lovely 21st Century contemporary feel. There is a comfortable sitting room, utility room, a bath/shower room and a staircase to Bedroom five off the rear hall.On the first floor the main bedroom has stunning views across the valley towards Bledlow Ridge and beyond, together with a dressing area and ensuite shower room. There are three further bedrooms with two Jack and Jill bathrooms.OUTSIDEDouble gates lead to a gravel driveway behind a brick and flint wall, providing parking for several vehicles. The majority of the garden is laid to lawn with beds and borders, together with two large paved terraces at the south and western end of the house making the most of the fabulous westerly views.LOCATIONThe property sits in a fabulous rural setting in this pretty Chilterns village, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just 2.5 miles from the market town of Princes Risborough. There is a bus service which runs to Princes Risborough which has a good range of shops including an M&S Food and Tesco. In Lacey Green there is a public house, village hall and a C of E primary school. The Chiltern train line can be accessed from Princes Risborough, about three miles away with regular services to London Marylebone (from 39 minutes).Buckinghamshire is well known for its standard of schooling including the traditional grammar system. There are well regarded grammar schools in Aylesbury and High Wycombe for boys and girls and Lacey Green C of E primary school. Independent preparatory schools in the area.SERVICES Mains electricity, water and gas. Private drainage.COUNCIL TAX G
EPC Rating: D