Dovers Farm Frieth | Buckinghamshire | RG9 6PU Dovers Farm
Frieth Buckinghamshire | RG9 6PU
Elegant brick and flint converted farmhouse set in the Chiltern hills
Entrance hall • Drawing room • Dining room Sitting room • Study • Kitchen/dining room • Family room utility room
Master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom • 5 further bedrooms • 2 bathrooms
Gym with shower room • Double garage with flat above – bedroom, shower room and reception room
about 5 acres of gardens, paddock and woodland
Marlow 5 miles • Henley-on-Thames 7.5 miles • M40 (J4) 5.4 miles • M4 (J8/9) 13 miles • High Wycombe station for Marylebone 7 miles • Maidenhead station for Paddington 13.5 miles • Heathrow 24 miles Situation Dovers Farm is close to the village of Frieth, set on the upper side of the Hambleden Valley, renowned for its stunning walks and equine facilities, and with a primary school of excellent repute. It is also convenient for the neighbouring village of Lane End or nearby Marlow. The M40 junction 4 at High Wycombe is for London and Heathrow Airport (25 miles distant) with the M40 junction 5 to the north for the Midlands. Independent schools, Cranford House, Moulsford and Headington all have buses that service Frieth directly. Watlington just 11.5 miles away has the Oxfordshire Bus Partnership servicing the main independent Oxford schools such as Dragon and Magdalen College School. Frieth being in Buckinghamshire is in catchment for Sir William Borlase Grammar school in Marlow which is only 5 miles away with a superb selection of shops, bars and restaurants. Rail links to the City can be found at High Wycombe for Marylebone and Maidenhead for Paddington. The opening of Crossrail in 2020 will only enhance the regions communications. Description Dovers Farm is an elegant brick and flint country property, occupying a wonderful position in 5 acres of land. Originally built in the 19th century, the house has been converted to a very high standard, it offers beautifully proportioned living accommodation arranged over three floors. The property offers a large entrance hall leading to the excellent living accommodation. The vaulted kitchen/dining room is a beautiful open plan space featuring a large island and a range of units. There is plenty of space for dining with French doors to the garden and large windows to take advantage of the idyllic surroundings.
The kitchen/dining room is partly open to a cosy family room with a log burner, also with access to the garden. The drawing room is an impressive space with high ceilings, a fireplace and opens on to the garden. This is partially open to the dining room, with space for a large table and a separate sitting room. There is a study with fitted furniture along with two cloakrooms with w.c. The layout allows for flexible living and is a wonderful space for entertaining. To the first floor, the master suite boasts a light and airy bedroom with the luxury of an open fire. There is an adjacent dressing room with fitted wardrobes and a beautiful en suite bathroom with a free standing bath and separate shower. There are three further double bedrooms, all with character features and views over the surrounding gardens and woodland. There is a family bathroom with bath and shower. To the second floor are two double bedrooms, a bathroom and some storage. Outside The house sits on a quiet lane and benefits from gardens laid to lawn surrounding the house on three sides bordered by woodland. There are two patio areas an, enclosed decking area to the rear of the kitchen which is ideal for al fresco dining. In addition the house benefits from extensive gardens, a paddock and woodland of about 5 acres. There is a two bay car port and garage with wood storage. Above this is a separate self-contained annexe with sitting room and kitchenette, bedroom and en suite shower room. There is also a gym with en suite shower room. Directions From Henley-on-Thames take the A4155 towards Marlow. After approximately 3 miles, upon reaching Mill End, take a left turn signed to Hambleden and Fingest. Proceed along this road passing the village of Hambleden and after a further ¾ mile take a small right turn into Colstrope Lane. Follow the road around to the left and then up the hill. At the T-junction turn left, signed to Frieth and Lane End. Continue along this road following around a sharp right hand bend entering the village of Frieth. Continue along through the village and turn left at the cross junction. Take the first turning on the right, follow the road around to the right and you will see Dovers Farm. From the centre of Marlow take the B482 towards Stokenchurch. After 4 miles upon reaching the village of Lane End turn left signposted to Frieth and Hambleden. At the cross junction, take the road on the right and the next right available. Follow the road round to the right where you will find Dovers Farm. Dovers Farm, Frieth, Buckinghamshire General Remarks and Stipulations Main House = 419sq. m (4,516sq.ft) Tenure: Freehold S Garage = 50sq.m (541sq.ft) Services: Mains water and electricity, oil fired Gym = 18sq.m (196sq.ft) E central heating and private drainage. Flat = 26sq.m (283sq.ft) W External room = 3sq.m (28sq.ft) Local Authority: Wycombe District Council N Total = 516sq.m (5,564sq.ft) Post Code: RG9 6PU Quoted Area Excludes 'External C/B' Energy Performance: A copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate is available on request. F/P F/P Bedroom 4
Bedroom F/P F/P F/P 3.7m x 3.4m Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills. 4.1m x 2.7m Master Bedroom 12'0" x 11'1" 13'7" x 9'0" Dining room Sitting room 6.0m x 4.6m Drawing room 5.9m x 3.1m 6.4m x 3.7m 19'6" x 15'2" 7.1m x 6.0m 19'3" x 10'1" 20'11" x 12'0" 23'3" x 19'7"
Reception Bedroom 2 4.2m x 3.8m 4.4m x 3.7m 13'7" x 12'4" 14'4" x 12'0" F/P
Gallery F/P Dressing Room Hall Study 5.9m x 2.3m 19'6" x 7'7" Bedroom 3 3.5m x 3.4m 3.6m x 3.4m 3.9m x 3.4m Boiler 11'4" x 11'3" 11'11" x 11'2" 12'10" x 11'3" Family room Utility 5.9m x 4.1m F/P 19'2" x 13'7"
6.0m x 5.5m 19'9" x 17'11"
8.1m x 5.8m Bedroom 5 26'5" x 19'1" 5.2m x 3.8m Gym 17'2" x 12'4" 7.2m x 2.9m Dining area 23'7" x 9'7" Bedroom 6 6.0m x 2.8m 5.2m x 4.2m 19'9" x 9'1" Kitchen 17'2" x 13'8"
3.6m x 1.9m 11'10" x 6'1"
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