Henley Road, Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Cothelstone is a truly exceptional house, making a very stylish statement.

The property was built to an exacting standard in 2022 to a specification designed by the current owner. Externally it has all the style and character of a Queen Anne house – complementing the existing properties in the local area – yet internally it is fantastically modern with a full spectrum of fabulous features and all the usual modern conveniences such as air conditioning, ultrafast Wi-Fi with extender points on all floors and underfloor heating throughout, as well as a host of luxurious additions: a Lutron home lighting system, Velux automated thermal roller blinds on the top floor and automated blinds in the principal bedroom.

The substantial house is generously proportioned and has a wonderfully light and airy feel throughout, with more than 4700 sq ft of space over three floors.
The property has been configured to afford plenty of space for entertaining, with the rear of the house one large, open plan room leading onto the garden, which is perfect for everything from informal family meals to big celebrations. Vast windows and bifolding doors look out onto the garden and there is an attractive designer kitchen with a range of premium appliances plus additional space and appliances within the separate utility/boot room. The high specification design continues throughout the rest of the house, with feature lighting and Crittal-style doors adding character. Also on the ground floor is an inviting reception room, a study, a shower room and a cloakroom with WC.

Upstairs there is a stunning principal bedroom with dressing area and built-in wardrobes, as well as an en suite bathroom with twin vanities, which overlooks the garden. There are a further two en suite double bedrooms, and on the top floor two additional bedrooms and a family bath/shower room.

A very private entrance, with electric gates bordered by mature hedges, conceals the house from the road. The gates roll open to a very grand reveal, with the stunning Queen Anne-style property set well back behind a large paved driveway with parking for several cars, as well as access to a detached garage. The house has a very elegant appearance, with its honeyed brick elevations complemented by a columned entrance with projecting porch and contemporary sash-style windows, creating a pleasingly symmetrical appearance. A side gate leads alongside the house to the rear garden, which is south facing and beautifully landscaped for outdoor entertaining. A wide, paved terrace spans the back of the house, providing a fabulous space for garden furniture which can be accessed from the magnificent open plan living space inside. This is warmed by three large-capacity electric patio heaters, ensuring ambient temperatures whatever the season.

The landscaping is over two levels, with lawns bordered by trees and shrubs. The plot is well secluded from neighbouring homes by high beech hedges and a variety of mature trees, adding a beautiful green backdrop which is watered by a Rain Bird irrigation system. On the lower level, there is a freestanding home office/gym with light and power which is the perfect place for home working or exercise. Dog owners will also appreciate the thermostatically controlled outside hot tap.