House For Sale £5,000,000
The Copse is an exceptional country residence nestled in a beautiful Chilterns valley in with grounds of approximately 22 acres. The property was converted in 21 years ago by the renowned architect Roderick James to reflect the beautiful surroundings. The current owners vision for the property was to create a versatile and spacious family home in a New England style, with the creation of verandas, balconies and exposed
timber. The main house incorporates approximately 5,406 square feet of flexible living space with an array of vaulted bedroom suites, stylish reception spaces with exposed and painted timbers, high ceilings, and a welcoming open fire place in the drawing room. The accommodation also incorporates a stunning kitchen breakfast room with additional service kitchen and utility
and laundry room. Of particular note is cinema room decorated in an art décor style. In addition to the main residence there is a detached three-bedroom property measuring approximately
2,750 square feet of living space. On entering the
property there is an impressive vaulted sitting room, with open fire place and painted timbers. An adjoining kitchen breakfast room with adjacent utility room. There are two spacious bedrooms serviced by a beautiful luxurious bathroom, with double sinks and a walk in shower. To the upper level there is a stunning principal bedroom with timber valued ceilings, ample storage and wardrobe space and a contemporary ensuite bathroom. A separate detached party barn incorporates a dance floor and bar. With a sound reducing, directional sound system fitted in the ceiling and a mirrored wall and storage cupboard. This flexible space could be used as a dance studio or gym. Access from the outside t is a set of cloakrooms and above a further bedroom suite with dressing room and ensuite bathroom.
Outside
The property is approached via solid wooden electric gates and a block tree lined driveway leads to ample parking for several cars by the main house. The driveway is flanked by a lawn and a delightful pond which reflects the house and its surroundings. The garden is made up of an array of intimate landscaped spaces, with terraces, ideal for outdoor entertaining. Every aspect of the property encapsulates the stunning rural location and far reaching countryside views over the 14.74 acres and additional 8 acres of leased land from the Mapledrum Estate. The gardens and grounds consist of flower meadows, delightful gardens, and paddocks. For the equestrian there is ample land for horses and a separate stable yard with 4 loose boxes and a tack room/ garden store. In addition, there is a 40 x 50 metre enclosed ménage which is large enough to incorporate an array of post and rail fences/jumps. The property also offers additional vehicle access from the eastern boundary and a secondary entrance to the
rear of the main house.
Situation
The Copse is situated on the outskirts of Kidmore
End, one of South Oxfordshire’s most picturesque and desirable villages. The village has a thriving community with its own pub and excellent Primary School. There are shops and other facilities in nearby Sonning Common and Caversham. The bustling market town of Henley on Thames is approximately a fifteen-minute drive and has a fine selection of shops, boutiques plus excellent leisure facilities including bars, restaurants, a cinema and a theatre. Transportation links are available with commuter services to London Paddington available at Reading (journey time approximately 25 minutes) and Crossrail is due in 2019. Access to the M4 and M40 Motorways are nearby. The surrounding countryside offers some of the finest walking and riding to be found in the Chiltern hills. There are also many highly regarded schools within the local area, both state and independent, including Queen Anne’s Girls School in Caversham and the Oratory for boys at Woodcote
Additional Information
Mains electricity, water and private drainage
timber. The main house incorporates approximately 5,406 square feet of flexible living space with an array of vaulted bedroom suites, stylish reception spaces with exposed and painted timbers, high ceilings, and a welcoming open fire place in the drawing room. The accommodation also incorporates a stunning kitchen breakfast room with additional service kitchen and utility
and laundry room. Of particular note is cinema room decorated in an art décor style. In addition to the main residence there is a detached three-bedroom property measuring approximately
2,750 square feet of living space. On entering the
property there is an impressive vaulted sitting room, with open fire place and painted timbers. An adjoining kitchen breakfast room with adjacent utility room. There are two spacious bedrooms serviced by a beautiful luxurious bathroom, with double sinks and a walk in shower. To the upper level there is a stunning principal bedroom with timber valued ceilings, ample storage and wardrobe space and a contemporary ensuite bathroom. A separate detached party barn incorporates a dance floor and bar. With a sound reducing, directional sound system fitted in the ceiling and a mirrored wall and storage cupboard. This flexible space could be used as a dance studio or gym. Access from the outside t is a set of cloakrooms and above a further bedroom suite with dressing room and ensuite bathroom.
Outside
The property is approached via solid wooden electric gates and a block tree lined driveway leads to ample parking for several cars by the main house. The driveway is flanked by a lawn and a delightful pond which reflects the house and its surroundings. The garden is made up of an array of intimate landscaped spaces, with terraces, ideal for outdoor entertaining. Every aspect of the property encapsulates the stunning rural location and far reaching countryside views over the 14.74 acres and additional 8 acres of leased land from the Mapledrum Estate. The gardens and grounds consist of flower meadows, delightful gardens, and paddocks. For the equestrian there is ample land for horses and a separate stable yard with 4 loose boxes and a tack room/ garden store. In addition, there is a 40 x 50 metre enclosed ménage which is large enough to incorporate an array of post and rail fences/jumps. The property also offers additional vehicle access from the eastern boundary and a secondary entrance to the
rear of the main house.
Situation
The Copse is situated on the outskirts of Kidmore
End, one of South Oxfordshire’s most picturesque and desirable villages. The village has a thriving community with its own pub and excellent Primary School. There are shops and other facilities in nearby Sonning Common and Caversham. The bustling market town of Henley on Thames is approximately a fifteen-minute drive and has a fine selection of shops, boutiques plus excellent leisure facilities including bars, restaurants, a cinema and a theatre. Transportation links are available with commuter services to London Paddington available at Reading (journey time approximately 25 minutes) and Crossrail is due in 2019. Access to the M4 and M40 Motorways are nearby. The surrounding countryside offers some of the finest walking and riding to be found in the Chiltern hills. There are also many highly regarded schools within the local area, both state and independent, including Queen Anne’s Girls School in Caversham and the Oratory for boys at Woodcote
Additional Information
Mains electricity, water and private drainage
