Bourne End, SL8 5AL

Behind its classic facade, a light-filled layout seamlessly blends traditional features with a luminous, modern palette. The formal sitting room features a deep multi-pane bay window and an exposed-brick fireplace with a log-burning stove, flowing into a versatile family room and reception hall with raw timber floors and an open staircase. Glazed double doors open into a sensational 31ft dual-aspect kitchen and dining room, the architectural heart of the home. The kitchen is elegantly appointed with cream shaker cabinetry, dark granite surfaces, a recessed Neff cooker, and a practical laundry area with a discreet cloakroom/WC at the far end. Completing the floor, the dining space is flooded with natural light from doors leading to the private entertaining terrace. The upper levels echo a clean, Scandinavian-inspired aesthetic with continuous white painted floorboards. On the first floor, the principal bedroom enjoys a wide front bay window, crisp white decor, a focal cast-iron fireplace, and bespoke floor-to-ceiling wardrobes. The second bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with a side-aspect window, perfectly suited as a guest room or home study. Serving this level is an exceptional, oversized four-piece family bathroom styled to a boutique hotel standard, complete with a standalone roll-top claw-foot bath and a large walk-in wet-room style shower. The staircase continues to the second floor, opening to two bright, vaulted double bedrooms with large Velux windows, with bedroom three featuring a charming cast-iron fireplace. A practical walk-in play/store room is directly accessible from the landing, providing extensive storage or an ideal children's den. Garden and Grounds To the front, the property is set back from Cores End Road with a low-maintenance gravelled area and a secure timber side gate, which provides pedestrian access down a paved side path to the main entrance and the rear. The private rear garden opens immediately onto an expansive, sun-drenched sandstone paved patio terrace, perfectly enclosed by high timber panel fencing and mature specimen trees, including a grand Magnolia, to ensure a high degree of privacy for alfresco dining and entertaining. Timber steps ascend to a raised, level lawned garden area. At the far boundary sits a double-fronted timber summerhouse painted pastel blue with multi-pane windows and double glass-panelled doors. Location Bourne End High Street is only a 8 minute walk away, with its range of shopping facilities, coffee shops and restaurants. The River Thames, Bourne End Marina and its sailing clubs are just a short stroll from the village centre. Further facilities can be found in Marlow, just over 3 miles away with a further selection of popular venues, public houses and bars. For commuters, there is a train line from Bourne End to Maidenhead which then gives access to London Paddington in under 30 minutes and is serviced by the new Elizabeth Line. Alternatively there is a fast track train line from Beaconsfield (4 miles), giving swift access to London Marylebone in under 30 minutes. The M40 to London is within 3 miles, giving access to the M25 and M4, with Heathrow close by. Buckinghamshire is renowned for its excellent choice of state and independent schools, including leading grammar schools. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Council Tax Band: E Local Authority: Buckinghamshire Council EPC Rating: E