Smewins Road, Shottesbrooke

This exceptional Grade II listed barn has been thoughtfully and sympathetically converted to create a striking family home, rich in character and beautifully balanced for modern living. Generous proportions, flexible accommodation and an abundance of original features combine to deliver a truly special property.

Set within a private, southwest facing walled garden and surrounded by open countryside, the barn enjoys a wonderfully peaceful setting with excellent transport connections close at hand.

A fullheight vaulted reception hall forms a memorable entrance, with its fully glazed faade flooding the space with natural light and setting the tone for the impressive interiors beyond. From here, the house flows into the magnificent main living area a superb space for everyday family life and entertaining. Doubleheight vaulted ceilings, an exposed brick chimney with a doublesided fireplace, and original timber beams all celebrate the buildings heritage while creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

To one side of the fireplace lies the drawing room, complete with a mezzanine reception area accessed via an oak staircase a striking architectural feature overlooking the space below. The drawing room leads into the former Old Dairy Wing, where four double bedrooms are arranged, two with en suite facilities, alongside a generous family bathroom. This wing offers excellent versatility and can be configured to suit a variety of needs.

On the opposite side of the fireplace is the dining room, enjoying views over the garden and back towards the impressive hall. Oak doors open into the spacious kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a central island, painted cabinetry and contrasting work surfaces.

Appliances include a traditional Aga, a professional 5burner gas hob with electric oven, and three refrigerators. Beyond lies a large, fully fitted utility room, guest cloakroom and boot room, with internal access to the double garage and its fully boarded loft space.

A beautiful oak staircase rises from the main reception area to the principal bedroom suite. This outstanding space features exposed timbers, a vaulted ceiling, a fully fitted dressing room and a luxurious en suite bathroom with twin showers, Travertine tiling and hisandhers sinks.

The property is approached via a gated gravel driveway bordered by manicured lawn. To the rear, the southwest facing walled garden provides an idyllic setting for alfresco dining and outdoor enjoyment. The double garage with boarded loft space offers excellent additional storage.

Situated in a rural position overlooking farmland between White Waltham and Waltham St Lawrence, the barn benefits from superb transport links. Rail services from Twyford and Maidenheadaround a 10minute driveprovide fast connections into London, while the nearby M4 (J8/9) offers easy access to the wider motorway network.

The charming market towns of HenleyonThames (8 miles) and Marlow (6 miles) are within easy reach, as are the villages of Waltham St Lawrence and White Waltham, less than a mile away. Maidenhead (3 miles), Windsor (10 miles) and Reading (10 miles) provide extensive shopping, dining and leisure facilities.

Schools

The area is renowned for its excellent educational provision, with highly regarded state and independent schools including Claires Court and St Pirans in Maidenhead, Lambrook in Warfield, St Georges and St Marys in Ascot, Queen Annes School in Caversham, Crossfields, The Abbey, Kendrick, Reading Grammar School and St Josephs.

Local sporting opportunities are plentiful, with Castle Royle Golf & Health Club nearby.

Distances (approx.)

Maidenhead and Twyford Crossrail Stations 4 miles; M4 (J8/9) 4 miles; HenleyonThames, Marlow and Windsor each about 8 miles; Heathrow Airport 17 miles; Central London 30 miles.

Quote Reference: 827171