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A striking architectural masterpiece of contemporary eco-luxury, spanning 3,487 sq ft of light-filled indulgence in the exclusive hamlet of Wildmoor. Cloaked in a distinctive Shou Sugi Ban facade, this Ascot Design home features a bespoke Stoneham kitchen, underfloor heating, and an opulent vaulted principal suite with panoramic rural views. Future-proofed with solar PV, battery backup, and an ASHP, it offers a secure, secluded sanctuary minutes from commuter links and elite schooling. New Home The Epitome of Modern Craftsmanship Conceived by the highly acclaimed architects at Ascot Design, Larch House stands as a striking testament to visionary modern design. The exterior makes a bold architectural statement, cloaked in the dramatic, rich textures of charred larch - meticulously treated using the ancient Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique. This organic, highly durable facade allows the property to blend seamlessly into its historic rural ecosystem, establishing an immediate sense of permanence and prestige. Fluid Spaces & Social Grandeur Cross the threshold into a breathtaking, open-plan reception hall that instantly sets a tone of grand scale and sophisticated calm. A direct visual line of sight draws the eye straight from the front entrance to the rear gardens via full-width bi-fold doors, creating an effortless transition between the interior sanctuaries and the sweeping landscape beyond. Underfoot, exquisite, oversized porcelain tiles run cohesively throughout the entire ground floor, warmed by an ambient, zone-controlled underfloor heating system. At the heart of the home lies the show-stopping kitchen and breakfast suite - a culinary masterpiece created by the royal warrant-holding artisans at Stoneham Kitchens. This uplifting, dual-aspect space features bespoke cabinetry anchored by a magnificent central entertaining island, a seamless suite of integrated premium Miele appliances, and a Lusso instant boiling water tap. Whether hosting vibrant summer soirées with the bi-folds flung open to the terrace or enjoying quiet family mornings, this room is the ultimate social hub. A beautifully appointed utility room sits adjacent, acting as a discreet secondary prep and storage zone with direct outdoor access. For quieter moments, the elegant formal sitting room offers a sophisticated retreat. Entered via double doors, it boasts a bespoke, integrated media wall and a feature picture window framing views across the manicured frontage. Positioned across the hall is a highly versatile room - perfectly suited as an executive home office, private library, or wellness gym - complete with its own luxury en-suite shower room. A stylish guest cloakroom completes the ground floor layout. Sanctuary in the Skies Ascending the staircase, the first floor has been masterfully engineered to celebrate the home’s elevated vantage point and dramatic natural light. The Principal Suite: A true sanctuary of wellness and luxury. This spectacular, vaulted bedroom features a dramatic, full-height Crittall-style window that frames uninterrupted, panoramic views across the sweeping fields. A standalone luxury stone bathtub invites you to soak away the day while watching the sunset. The suite is completed by a boutique dressing room with bespoke walk-in storage and an opulent en-suite shower room boasting twin Lusso vanity units, Lusso premium brassware, and a cutting-edge Japanese-style intelligent toilet. Guest Suites: Two further exceptionally spacious double bedrooms occupy this floor. Each benefits from dramatic vaulted ceilings, custom built-in wardrobes, and striking full-height glazing that floods the rooms with natural light, ensuring guests and family members enjoy five-star luxury and long-distance views. Grounds & Eco-Innovation: Refined, Curated Outdoor Living The outdoor spaces have been designed to maximise the property's idyllic rural backdrop. The rear garden features a generous stone sun terrace spanning the entire width of the house - an ideal setting for al-fresco dining, morning coffees, or evening relaxation. Beyond the terrace, the manicured lawn extends towards open fields, providing uninterrupted rural views and a profound sense of privacy. The plot is beautifully enclosed by natural timber fencing and thoughtfully positioned structural planting, maintaining a perfect balance of seclusion and an open outlook. Services, Utilities & Property Information Local Authority: Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council Tenure: Freehold | EPC: B | Council Tax TBC + 10-year Buildzone structural warranty. Construction Type – Brick plinth, Block Work with Cladded Charred Larch - Shou Sugi Ban Clay tiled roof. Utilities: Water Supply South East Water Sewerage: Private drainage with a septic tank shared with five properties and managed by the estate management company as part of the annual service charge. Please contact the agent for further information. Heating: Air source heat pump Electricity: Supply Eon plus Solar - EV Charging Point utilising solar with battery storage Mobile Phone Coverage: 4G mobile signal is available in the area - we advise you to check with your provider. Broadband Availability: ADSL or ADSL2+ connection available in your area - we advise you to check with your provider. Garage Parking Spaces: One open garage Off Road Parking Spaces: Two Total Internal Floor Area: 3487 sq ft. Larch House will be subject to a service charge payment in respect of the communal sewage treatment plant and the maintenance of shared access ways benefitting Galloway Barn (completed in 2020), Larch House and Kingfishers. The figure will be in the region of £900 per annum. Further information is available from the agent. The property is being sold under two separate underlying titles and forms part of a wider estate arrangement, with a new freehold title to be created on completion. It benefits from and is subject to various rights, easements, restrictive covenants, and new build restrictions relating to access, services, shared infrastructure, and neighbouring land. One of the underlying titles refers to a claimed historic right of way supported by statutory declarations, which is not expressly included within the registered title. The extent and enforceability of this right should be verified by the purchaser’s legal adviser. Purchasers are advised to rely on their solicitor to review all title documentation, easement deeds, covenants, and estate arrangements affecting the property in full. Further information is available from the agent. Planning permission: The neighbouring property Wildmoor Farm House have approved planning to remove barns and outbuildings adjacent to Larch House and replace with courtyard stables 23/00581/Ful Please click on the property video tab for full details of this property, or for more information or to arrange a viewing please contact Robert Cable or Luke Reidy.

Rising from more than two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on the edge of one of Berkshire's most sought-after villages, The Old Rectory is an exceptional Victorian country house, sensitively restored and reimagined for modern family life. Designed by the renowned Gothic Revival architect George Edmund Street and occupying an enviable position with far-reaching views across open countryside, this remarkable residence combines architectural grandeur with a level of comfort and craftsmanship rarely encountered. Built between 1874 and 1875, the house is a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture, distinguished by its steeply pitched rooflines, stone mullioned windows and handsome red-brick elevations. Acquired by the current owners in 2019, it has since undergone an extensive back-to-brick renovation, including a complete overhaul of the mechanical systems, the installation of underfloor heating throughout, and a comprehensive redesign of the interiors. Every element has been approached with extraordinary care, preserving the building's historic character while introducing a refined contemporary sensibility. Extending to over 7,500 sq ft, the principal house unfolds across two main floors and a cellar level. At its centre is a dramatic reception hall, where original architectural details have been carefully restored and complemented by richly layered interiors. The principal reception rooms enjoy impressive proportions and a wonderful sense of light, with deep bay windows framing views of the gardens. A drawing room and snug provide elegant spaces for entertaining and quieter moments alike, while the dining room is ideally positioned for larger gatherings. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed as the heart of the home. Double-height ceilings and tall Gothic-style windows flood the space with natural light, while bespoke cabinetry and striking stone surfaces create a room that is both practical and visually compelling. Adjoining pantry, utility and boot room spaces ensure the house functions effortlessly on a day-to-day basis. The first floor provides seven generously proportioned bedrooms and five bathrooms. The principal suite occupies a particularly impressive position within the house, enjoying a beautiful bay window overlooking the gardens, alongside a dressing room and an ensuite bathroom. Throughout the accommodation, original architectural features, tall ceilings and leafy outlooks reinforce the house's connection to its surroundings. Outside, the grounds have been transformed with the guidance of Marcus Barnett Studio, the Chelsea Gold Medal-winning landscape practice. Formal gardens unfold around the house, with structured planting, mature trees and beautifully designed terraces creating a sequence of outdoor rooms. Beyond are a productive vegetable garden, a tennis court and a swimming pool with accompanying pool house. More than one hundred mature trees are scattered throughout the grounds, including several specimens believed to be over two centuries old

Offered at £30,000,000. This example of British modernist architecture, and the former country estate of US Ambassador John Hay Whitney, represents a unique restoration of one of the Wentworth Estate's most historic homes. Built in the 1930s by the visionary British architect, Oliver Hill, and now beautifully restored. Hill was inspired by the calm and cogent white Modernist homes of the 1920s, especially those designed by the German-American architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Situated in an impressive 4.1 acres, Cherry Hill's architecture is as striking today as when it was first built. Sensitive and ambitious restoration has retained the original architectural character and elegance of the property, whilst creating a whole sustainable modern home with all the space, amenities and services an owner would expect of a house in such a prestigious location. Cherry Hill's architecture immediately sets it apart from any other property in Wentworth or elsewhere in the UK. As one would expect from a contemporary house of this standing, the fit out and quality of finish is exceptional. Every effort has been placed on using a palette of fine stone, choice veneers, chromed steel, and glass. The east courtyard now houses a basement cinema, study, laundry, and wine cellar with a subterranean link to a new single-story, stand-alone pavilion which provides guest accommodation, a new plant room, and a large garage. To the west of the main house, a complete new wing has been constructed beyond the defining curved wall of Hill's original design. Planned on three levels, this provides a generous part double-height reception room, two guest bedrooms adjoining a south-facing balcony, a spa and relaxation suite, and the home's most dramatic contemporary feature - an underground indoor swimming pool with a floor which rises up to create a spacious level entertainment hall. The restoration of Cherry Hill provides not only space, but all of the amenities that a luxurious house of its proportion demands. It is rare to find a modernist house in such a generous setting. Its unique location, standing in the heart of the Wentworth Estate, was one of the many reasons for choosing to restore Cherry Hill. This is the location for many of the country's most prestigious properties, benefitting from a beautiful location just south west of the capital. London is a less than 45 minute drive. It is a location that offers a high degree of privacy and security, and is only a short distance from some of the country's most prestigious events. Highlights of the local calendar include Royal Ascot, the annual PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club, and the Cartier International Polo at Smith's Lawn. The property has easy access to the motorway network via the M3 and M4, Central London, and the London airports as well as the private Airfield at Farnborough. Fine dining is available at Coworth Park in Ascot and the Michelin-starred restaurants in Bray. The picturesque Virginia Water Lake and The Savill Garden are both within easy reach with horse riding at Windsor Great Park. Schooling is excellent with a wide choice, including Wellington College, Eton College, Hall Grove, Lambrook, Papplewick, St George's Windsor Castle, and St Mary's Ascot. For international schooling, there is TASIS Egham and the ACS schools in Egham and Cobham.