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West Wycombe village provides a selection of local amenities, including a traditional village store, the charming Apple Orchard Café and the historic George & Dragon Inn. The village is also home to notable landmarks such as St Lawrence’s Church, Dashwood Mausoleum and the National Trust-managed West Wycombe Park, which features landscaped gardens and scenic walking trails.

The nearest large town is High Wycombe, located approximately three miles away. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including major retail outlets at the Eden Shopping Centre, a variety of restaurants and cafés, and cultural attractions such as the Wycombe Swan Theatre. High Wycombe also provides access to healthcare facilities, including The Shelburne Hospital and several GP practices.

Connectivity to London is excellent. By road, the property is around 35 miles from Central London, with direct access via the A40 and M40 motorways. By rail, High Wycombe Station offers regular services to London Marylebone, with fast train times of approximately 25 minutes, making it a practical location for commuters.

There are several schooling options in the area. West Wycombe Combined School is the closest primary school, while Cressex Community School serves as the nearest secondary. Selective grammar schools, such as John Hampden Grammar School and Wycombe High School, are also accessible in High Wycombe. For independent education, Pipers Corner School and Godstowe Preparatory School are nearby.

Leisure opportunities abound, with Wycombe Leisure Centre offering a gym, swimming pools, squash courts and fitness classes. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding, with nearby attractions including Hughenden Manor and Bradenham providing both historical interest and outdoor recreation.

Notable local establishments include Hughenden Manor, the former home of Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, now a National Trust site with exhibitions and woodland walks. West Wycombe Park, a Palladian mansion with expansive grounds, and the Hellfire Caves, a unique subterranean attraction, add to the area’s rich cultural and historical appeal.

DESCRIPTION
Nestled within a tranquil rural estate, this enchanting Grade II listed thatched cottage is a rare gem, beautifully combining period charm with modern country living. Constructed from traditional flint and brick, with Tudor-style render to one side, the property exudes timeless character.

At the heart of the home is a stylish country kitchen, thoughtfully designed with a Lacanche range cooker, herringbone tiled flooring and French doors that open directly onto the garden, inviting the outdoors in. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a versatile dining room or sitting room, where a large open hearth fireplace, with a brick surround, creates a warm and welcoming focal point. Painted ceiling beams and original wooden floorboards add to the rustic charm, while French doors lead out to a secluded patio terrace, surrounded by mature trees and lawn.

A striking galleried landing above the dining room introduces a sense of volume and architectural interest, with a double-height ceiling in one corner that enhances the room’s character. Beyond the dining room lies a cosy snug, complete with an impressive brick fireplace and log burner, exposed beams and more original floorboards, offering a perfect retreat for quiet evenings. Adjacent to the snug is a flexible additional room, currently used as a twin bedroom.

A wooden staircase, tucked into the corner of the snug, leads to a characterful first-floor landing, where three double bedrooms await, each with exposed wooden beams and dormer windows set into the thatch. A family bathroom is located along the corridor, past the galleried section that overlooks the dining room.

At the far end of the landing is the principal suite, a luxurious space featuring a spacious double bedroom with wooden floorboards, a freestanding bath and a private balcony with views over the rural surroundings. The suite also includes an en-suite shower room with beautifully patterned tiles and charming saloon doors.

GARDENS AND LAND
Outside, the gardens are a haven of natural beauty, with a wildflower meadow, lawns and a pond, which each enhance the peaceful countryside setting.

A converted garage outbuilding, affectionately known as The Outhouse, offers additional accommodation with a wood-burning stove, walk-in shower and studio bedroom space, all accessed through double wooden barn doors – ideal for guests or as a creative studio.

This unique home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of English heritage, thoughtfully updated for modern living, in a truly idyllic countryside location.