Country house for sale in Sandpits Lane, Penn HP10

Hawthorns is a substantial, extended detached residence which has been cherished by the current owners for nearly 30 years on a gated, West-facing plot measuring over half an acre in total.

Hawthorns is a substantial, extended detached family home located on a private road in one of the most sought-after villages in South Buckinghamshire. The property sits beautifully on a gated 0.6-acre plot with a westerly aspect. It is in excellent condition, well-maintained, and benefits from a brand new boiler, radiators, and four-zone Nest controllers.

Upon entering this superb family home, one is immediately greeted by a bright and welcoming entrance hall which provides access to the first floor, guest cloakroom, study, living room and kitchen/breakfast room. The living room enjoys a dual aspect and features a fabulous, double sided fireplace as the focal point. An opening here leads through to the dining room, which features bi-folding doors to the conservatory and a door to the fantastic, open plan kitchen/breakfast room which is also dual aspect with fantastic views over the garden and a feature vaulted ceiling. A large, separate utility room completes the ground floor accommodation.

Rising to the first floor there are five double bedrooms, the largest of which benefits from a large, fully tiled en-suite bathroom and views over the front aspect. Bedroom 2 also enjoys an en-suite bathroom, plus a range of fitted wardrobes. The other three bedrooms are all serviced by a contemporary family bathroom.

Gardens and Grounds

At the front of the house, electric gates open onto a sweeping gravel driveway, offering secure off-street parking for multiple vehicles and providing access to the double garage. The rear garden here is of particular note, and really must be seen to be fully appreciated. It is primarliy laid to lawn with a fantastic selection of mature trees and shrubs, with fenced and hedgeline borders plus a large Summerhouse and a generous decked area providing ample space for al fresco dining and entertaining.

Additional information

Council Tax Band: G
Local Authority: Buckinghamshire Council
EPC Rating: C

Location

The property is situated on a private no-through road in the picture perfect English village of Penn, with a duck pond, three public houses, two churches, delicatessen and convenience store, gp surgery as well as a well regarded nursery school and primary school. Penn village also offers great leisure amenities including a social tennis, cricket and football club. Set in the glorious Chiltern countryside, it is under 5 miles from the popular market towns of Beaconsfield, with its excellent range of shopping facilities, coffee shops and restaurants, and the sought after towns of Amersham (7 miles away) and Marlow.

For commuters, there is a fast track train line within close proximity in Beaconsfield New Town, giving swift access to London Marylebone in under 30 minutes. The M40 gives access to the M25 and M4, with Heathrow close by.

Educational facilities which fall within catchment are Royal Grammar School and Beaconsfield High School. Excellent local prep schools include Calidcott School, Godstowe, The Beacon, Davenies and Pipers.<br /><br />