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The Property
Downash Lodge occupies a very generous and secluded plot incorporating an orchard in a private cul-de-sac within this sought after and picturesque North Buckinghamshire village setting. Having the outstanding benefit of a significant extension in recent years a wing of the existing large family house has been augmented by a stylish annexe, the stand out feature of which is a very impressive 34ft by 23ft open plan and sociable kitchen, dining and family room area. Through its in total seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and various living room spaces this versatile and rare to the market property is best suited to a large extended family or even suitable for two families.
Main house accommodation: on the ground floor a spacious and welcoming reception hall with Amtico flooring and staircase rising to a galleried landing, cloakroom, a dual aspect living room with focal point marble fireplace and French doors leading to the rear patio, separate dining room, uPVC double glazed conservatory and kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen has a good range of matching base and eye level units complimented by Corian worksurfaces. Built-in double electric oven, microwave and gas hob with extractor over. Integrated dishwasher and fridge. Breakfast bar. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a utility room with base and wall units complimented by Corian worksurfaces, a sink unit and space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Amtico flooring. On the first floor there are four well proportioned bedrooms three of which overlook the rear gardens and two bathrooms.
Annexe accommodation: reception hall with contemporary flooring and built-in double cloaks cupboard, cloakroom, open plan and sociable kitchen, dining and family room with wide sliding patio doors, oak flooring throughout and under floor heating. The kitchen area has built-in appliances and granite worksurfaces. Three bedrooms and a contemporary four piece bathroom. The Second bedroom has a mezzanine.
Outside
This property is well set on a wonderfully mature and secluded plot incorporating an orchard at the rear. The property has an ornamental brick pillared entrance with lanterns leading to a wide gravel drive in front of the house and annexe which provides extensive off road parking. Raised borders well stocked with flowers and shrubs as well as a mature hedge creating a screen at the front. There is a detached double garage with a ′barn-style′ appearance measuring approximately 18ft by 17ft. The garage has an electric main up & over door as well as double glazed double doors to the side, power and lighting and as it has an apex roof some useful storage. The rear gardens are beautiful with large expanses of lawn interspersed by abundantly well stocked flower, shrub and plant beds and borders which incorporates a water feature. A Patio area at the rear of the main house is ideal for outdoor entertaining as well as a paved seating area leading from the annexe living room. Beyond the formal gardens and adjoining as you walk through is a generous sized orchard enclosed by post and rail fencing with various fruit trees. This area is absolutely ideal for childrens play, football, cricket etc aswell as a really pleasant setting for family gatherings and celebrations. The orchard backs directly onto and provides a superb view across the village cricket field and tennis courts. There is a gate providing direct access.
Local Area
The village of Emberton in North Buckinghamshire is a picturesque location with at it′s centre a striking War Memorial Clock Tower. The village has it′s own well regarded primary school and on it′s edge a popular 200 acre country park where you can enjoy lakeside walks and there is also a sailing club. The village also has good sporting facilities with a cricket field and tennis courts. The nearby market town of Olney which is within walking distance via the country park has excellent amenties including coffee shops, pubs and restaurants as well as a Co-op supermarket and soon to be opened Sainsbury′s local. Olney caters for educational needs from nursery through to secondary level. Alternative schooling can be found in the nearby county towns of Bedford and Northampton as well as Wellingborough. There is ease of access to junction 14 of the M1 as well as Central Milton Keynes and it′s railway station which has services amongst others to London Euston.
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Full details for 7 Bedroom Detached For Sale in Olney
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Description
The Property
Downash Lodge occupies a very generous and secluded plot incorporating an orchard in a private cul-de-sac within this sought after and picturesque North Buckinghamshire village setting. Having the outstanding benefit of a significant extension in recent years a wing of the existing large family house has been augmented by a stylish annexe, the stand out feature of which is a very impressive 34ft by 23ft open plan and sociable kitchen, dining and family room area. Through its in total seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and various living room spaces this versatile and rare to the market property is best suited to a large extended family or even suitable for two families.
Main house accommodation: on the ground floor a spacious and welcoming reception hall with Amtico flooring and staircase rising to a galleried landing, cloakroom, a dual aspect living room with focal point marble fireplace and French doors leading to the rear patio, separate dining room, uPVC double glazed conservatory and kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen has a good range of matching base and eye level units complimented by Corian worksurfaces. Built-in double electric oven, microwave and gas hob with extractor over. Integrated dishwasher and fridge. Breakfast bar. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a utility room with base and wall units complimented by Corian worksurfaces, a sink unit and space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Amtico flooring. On the first floor there are four well proportioned bedrooms three of which overlook the rear gardens and two bathrooms.
Annexe accommodation: reception hall with contemporary flooring and built-in double cloaks cupboard, cloakroom, open plan and sociable kitchen, dining and family room with wide sliding patio doors, oak flooring throughout and under floor heating. The kitchen area has built-in appliances and granite worksurfaces. Three bedrooms and a contemporary four piece bathroom. The Second bedroom has a mezzanine.
Outside
This property is well set on a wonderfully mature and secluded plot incorporating an orchard at the rear. The property has an ornamental brick pillared entrance with lanterns leading to a wide gravel drive in front of the house and annexe which provides extensive off road parking. Raised borders well stocked with flowers and shrubs as well as a mature hedge creating a screen at the front. There is a detached double garage with a ′barn-style′ appearance measuring approximately 18ft by 17ft. The garage has an electric main up & over door as well as double glazed double doors to the side, power and lighting and as it has an apex roof some useful storage. The rear gardens are beautiful with large expanses of lawn interspersed by abundantly well stocked flower, shrub and plant beds and borders which incorporates a water feature. A Patio area at the rear of the main house is ideal for outdoor entertaining as well as a paved seating area leading from the annexe living room. Beyond the formal gardens and adjoining as you walk through is a generous sized orchard enclosed by post and rail fencing with various fruit trees. This area is absolutely ideal for childrens play, football, cricket etc aswell as a really pleasant setting for family gatherings and celebrations. The orchard backs directly onto and provides a superb view across the village cricket field and tennis courts. There is a gate providing direct access.
Local Area
The village of Emberton in North Buckinghamshire is a picturesque location with at it′s centre a striking War Memorial Clock Tower. The village has it′s own well regarded primary school and on it′s edge a popular 200 acre country park where you can enjoy lakeside walks and there is also a sailing club. The village also has good sporting facilities with a cricket field and tennis courts. The nearby market town of Olney which is within walking distance via the country park has excellent amenties including coffee shops, pubs and restaurants as well as a Co-op supermarket and soon to be opened Sainsbury′s local. Olney caters for educational needs from nursery through to secondary level. Alternative schooling can be found in the nearby county towns of Bedford and Northampton as well as Wellingborough. There is ease of access to junction 14 of the M1 as well as Central Milton Keynes and it′s railway station which has services amongst others to London Euston.
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