A Stunning Historic Grade II Listed House In Haddenham
6 Beds
4 Baths
6,864 Sqft
Updated: July 1
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About the Property
Behind a timber-framed façade with an exquisite decorative brick infill, this exceptional and substantial Grade II listed residence occupies a distinguished position in the very heart of Haddenham.
Subjected to an award-winning restoration a decade ago, the house combines remarkable 17th century craftsmanship with refined and striking contemporary elements. It is a family home of immense
Behind a timber-framed façade with an exquisite decorative brick infill, this exceptional and substantial Grade II listed residence occupies a distinguished position in the very heart of Haddenham.
Subjected to an award-winning restoration a decade ago, the house combines remarkable 17th century craftsmanship with refined and striking contemporary elements. It is a family home of immense warmth and character, with magnificent exposed timbers, impressive inglenook fireplaces, elegant limestone flagstones throughout much of the ground floor and carefully considered use of glass to optimise natural light throughout.
Set within beautiful, landscaped grounds, there is also a charming Grade II listed dovecote, from which this remarkable home takes its name.
The house extends to approximately 5,991 sq ft (556.6 sq m) across three floors and offers exceptional versatility. In the east wing, an entrance hall, centred around a striking inglenook fireplace with a log-burning stove, leads to an inner hall with a stunning floating oak and glass staircase. Four reception spaces include a drawing room, an elegant sitting room with an inglenook fireplace and a formal dining room flowing seamlessly into a superb glass contemporary office overlooking and opening onto the gardens with the Dovecote providing a deliberate focal point. The magnificent kitchen/family room forms the heart of the home, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, outstanding timber detailing, French doors opening onto a terrace and a striking handmade oak and glass staircase rising to a versatile first-floor glass balconied, mezzanine living area. Designed equally for relaxed family life and entertaining, the kitchen is appointed with bespoke contemporary cabinetry, Silestone work surfaces, integrated appliances and a gas-fired Aga, with an adjacent utility room for practicality and a downstairs cloakroom.
The first floor provides the principal suite with a walk-in wardrobe and three large and characterful bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom,together with two further bath/shower rooms. Two additional guest bedrooms are arranged on the second floor, one with an en suite bath/shower room, while the west wing also benefits from acraft and hobbies room, accessed via a handmade oak and glass private staircase.