House For Sale £2,250,000
A superb plot in the village centre, of 2.75 acres with views, comprising a derelict house with consent granted for major extension and refurbishment.
Description
Set in a prime position on the hilltop in the centre of Cookham Dean, with outstanding elevated panoramic views over the surround countryside and the Thames Valley towards Cliveden, is this house in a substantial plot of about 2.75 acres.
The property requires significant improvement having been empty for a number of years, but provides superb scope to create a large family home in an extraordinary position.
Planning permission is consented to extend the property to briefly comprise:
* Five bedrooms and four bathrooms to the first floor
* Two further bedrooms with en suites to the ground floor
* Three reception rooms to the ground floor
* A large south-facing open plan kitchen/dining room
* Additional areas including a utility room, cloakroom, larder and detached double garage
Once completed by the next owner the property will sit beautifully within its plot, with the rear of the home facing South. The garden has scope to be landscaped to take best advantage of the sunny aspect and the views, including a large south-facing terrace with outdoor pool.
Earlier plans have also previously been approved under permitted development to include a detached indoor pool house and a three-car garage. See planning references 11/02301/cpd and 11/01624/cpd
Location
The property is situated in the heart of Cookham Dean, on the hilltop behind the iconic church in the centre of the village.
Views from the rear of the property extend far reaching over the Thames Valley to Cliveden.
The villages of Cookham Dean, Cookham Rise and Cookham, each enjoy a semi-rural setting within easy reach of the motorway network and a fast rail access to London. Cookham Rise provides a good range of local shops and facilities together with a railway station providing a frequent connecting service to Maidenhead with its Crossrail/Elizabeth Line going to London, the West End and the City.
Cookham is one of the area's most coveted locations with countless public footpaths and bridleways through National Trust land. The rural village feel belies its superb convenience, with fast trains accessible from Maidenhead providing a sub-20 minute commute to London’s West End. The road network is equally strong with the M4 and M40 motorways within easy reach, providing alternative routes into town. Heathrow (terminal 5) via the M4 is only 16 miles away, being less than about a 30 minute drive on a clear run.
The nearby town of Marlow offers an eclectic mix of local independent and national retailers with numerous bars, cafes and restaurants around the town suitable for any occasion. The wider area opens out to yet more glorious rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
There is excellent walking within the Thames Valley and Chiltern countryside, boating on the River Thames and golf at various local courses, including Winter Hill and Temple. Ascot and Windsor racecourses are also within easy reach.
Schools, both state and private, are well catered for the in the area. Options in the area include Sir William Borlase's Grammar School, Wycombe Abbey, Caldicot Preparatory School and some excellent schools in the further area including Eton and Harrow.
Square Footage: 3,488 sq ft
Acreage:
2.73 Acres
Directions
The property is situated behind the church in the centre of Cookham Dean, down the gravel lane and past the brick piers marked 'York House'.
Description
Set in a prime position on the hilltop in the centre of Cookham Dean, with outstanding elevated panoramic views over the surround countryside and the Thames Valley towards Cliveden, is this house in a substantial plot of about 2.75 acres.
The property requires significant improvement having been empty for a number of years, but provides superb scope to create a large family home in an extraordinary position.
Planning permission is consented to extend the property to briefly comprise:
* Five bedrooms and four bathrooms to the first floor
* Two further bedrooms with en suites to the ground floor
* Three reception rooms to the ground floor
* A large south-facing open plan kitchen/dining room
* Additional areas including a utility room, cloakroom, larder and detached double garage
Once completed by the next owner the property will sit beautifully within its plot, with the rear of the home facing South. The garden has scope to be landscaped to take best advantage of the sunny aspect and the views, including a large south-facing terrace with outdoor pool.
Earlier plans have also previously been approved under permitted development to include a detached indoor pool house and a three-car garage. See planning references 11/02301/cpd and 11/01624/cpd
Location
The property is situated in the heart of Cookham Dean, on the hilltop behind the iconic church in the centre of the village.
Views from the rear of the property extend far reaching over the Thames Valley to Cliveden.
The villages of Cookham Dean, Cookham Rise and Cookham, each enjoy a semi-rural setting within easy reach of the motorway network and a fast rail access to London. Cookham Rise provides a good range of local shops and facilities together with a railway station providing a frequent connecting service to Maidenhead with its Crossrail/Elizabeth Line going to London, the West End and the City.
Cookham is one of the area's most coveted locations with countless public footpaths and bridleways through National Trust land. The rural village feel belies its superb convenience, with fast trains accessible from Maidenhead providing a sub-20 minute commute to London’s West End. The road network is equally strong with the M4 and M40 motorways within easy reach, providing alternative routes into town. Heathrow (terminal 5) via the M4 is only 16 miles away, being less than about a 30 minute drive on a clear run.
The nearby town of Marlow offers an eclectic mix of local independent and national retailers with numerous bars, cafes and restaurants around the town suitable for any occasion. The wider area opens out to yet more glorious rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
There is excellent walking within the Thames Valley and Chiltern countryside, boating on the River Thames and golf at various local courses, including Winter Hill and Temple. Ascot and Windsor racecourses are also within easy reach.
Schools, both state and private, are well catered for the in the area. Options in the area include Sir William Borlase's Grammar School, Wycombe Abbey, Caldicot Preparatory School and some excellent schools in the further area including Eton and Harrow.
Square Footage: 3,488 sq ft
Acreage:
2.73 Acres
Directions
The property is situated behind the church in the centre of Cookham Dean, down the gravel lane and past the brick piers marked 'York House'.
