House For Sale £2,250,000
Located in an elevated position and commanding views across its own land to the valley beyond, this Grade II Listed threshing barn is approximately 400 years old and has been extensively renovated by the current owners. Today, spacious accommodation takes full advantage of natural light, as evidenced as soon as one enters, by the fabulous vaulted central reception room with double height windows. Exposed timbers and herringbone brickwork lend an abundance of character to this property. The snug and kitchen lead off the reception hall and the latter has oak-fronted units and granite work surfaces. Accessed from both the reception room and the kitchen (via the utility room), the dining room has exposed beams and a wide glazed wall. To the west of the reception room, a family room with a spiral staircase to the first floor, a study/bedroom 6 and a shower room and secondary cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation. The main staircase rises from the reception room to the galleried landing which has a library area lined with book shelves. The dual aspect principal bedroom has exposed beams and a staircase to its en suite bathroom on the second floor with a boat bath crafted from beech wood on an oak plinth. There is a family bathroom and three further bedrooms on the second floor, one of which has an en suite shower room. The spiral staircase rises to the fifth bedroom with a sitting area and night cloakroom.<br/><br/><b>Outside</b><br/><br/>Approached via a shared driveway and gravel parking area, the property has a detached double garage and an integral double garage. Access to the Barn is provided on both sides; the reception room on one side and through the kitchen and utility room on the other. To the rear, gardens, largely laid to lawn, are enclosed by post and rail fencing and mature hedging. There is a fire pit and seating area with dry stone walls and offering the perfect vantage point to enjoy the glorious views. The swimming pool is located in a discreet spot to the side of the garden. An L-shaped paddock borders the rear and side of the garden; it has a gate for vehicular access from the lane as well as a pedestrian gate to the gardens. Woodland and open countryside border the property, adding to the stunning landscape.<br/><br/><b>Situation</b><br/><br/>Naphill village offers a variety of small shops providing for day-to-day needs with greater shopping facilities found at Princes Risborough (approx. 6 miles) and High Wycombe (approx. 2 miles). Both have mainline railway access to London Marylebone. Junction 4 of the M40 is 4.4 miles distant. Buckinghamshire is renowned for its state and private education, details of which can be obtained from the local authority.
