luxury house with terrace for sale Thatcham, United Kingdom

Nestled within the picturesque village of Highclere, Keels Barn presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a distinguished family home. Set in approximately one acre of breathtaking, mature gardens and grounds, this impressive detached residence, originally dating back to 1957, seamlessly blends classic charm with modern sophistication, offering expansive and adaptable living spaces designed for both grand entertaining and intimate family life.A private sweeping driveway guides you towards the convenience of a spacious carport at the front of the home. Upon entering the reception hall, one is immediately struck by an overwhelming sense of light and space. The home boasts several beautifully appointed reception rooms, each possessing its own unique allure. The elegant drawing room, awash with natural light streaming through four expansive windows, features a welcoming open fireplace and French doors that lead directly to the rear terrace, effortlessly extending the living space outdoors and framing idyllic garden views. The versatile playroom/snug also benefits from French doors opening onto the terrace, creating an exquisite setting for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining perfect for younger family members. A dedicated study flows gracefully into a stunning oak-framed garden room, a thoughtful addition in 2010, providing a serene sanctuary for year-round enjoyment of the verdant surroundings. Completing this impressive array is a comfortable sitting room, which offers yet another convenient access point to the gardens.The heart of this remarkable home is undoubtedly the spacious kitchen/breakfast room, a hub for daily life that provides direct access to the enchanting gardens and an internal link to the sitting room. Practicality is further enhanced on the ground floor by a well-equipped utility room, a generous larder, and two conveniently placed cloakrooms.On the first floor, the luxurious principal bedroom suite awaits, offering a private haven complete with its own elegantly appointed en suite bathroom. Three additional charming bedrooms are thoughtfully served by a stylish family bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience for all.The residence itself is beautifully framed by its meticulously landscaped gardens, which envelop the property in a tapestry of lush lawns and vibrant plantings. Beyond the main house, these extensive grounds also feature a substantial brick-built workshop, offering additional versatile spaces for hobbies, storage, or potential conversion, subject to the necessary consents. Keels Barn is more than just a house; it's a lifestyle opportunity in one of Highclere's most coveted locations.Planning Note: In January 2022, permission was granted (Ref: 21/01737/HSE) to replace the roof and create additional first-floor accommodation, alongside a replacement garage with, garden/bike store, home office and annexe accommodation, plus a barn to form a wellbeing space. This consent has now lapsed.Quote Reference: 753020

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

Located in Kintbury, this stunning country house blends period charm with modern luxury. The light entrance hall leads to a dual-aspect kitchen/dining room with bifold doors. Beyond an office is a sitting room with garden access, while a formal living room features an exposed brick wall and a wood burner. This floor also includes a library and a bedroom.Upstairs, the principal bedroom offers great storage and garden views, alongside three double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The versatile four/five-bedroom layout provides ample space for family living or hosting guests. Outside, a large block-paved terrace leads to lawns with mature trees and an established fruit and vegetable garden with a greenhouse. Plentiful off-street parking sits to the front.Set in the North Wessex Downs, Kintbury offers a post office, primary school, two pubs, the Dundas Arms & The Blue Ball, along with sports facilities including tennis, bowls and football clubs, as well as an indoor leisure centre. Nearby Hungerford and Newbury provide further amenities. With London Paddington reachable in under an hour, this home is a perfect lifestyle investment.Quote Reference: 626091

Set on the edge of Windsor Great Park amid more than 25 acres of parkland gardens, this magnificent nine-bedroom mansion offers one of Ascot’s most remarkable settings. Once part of the Royal Estate and used as a 19th-century hunting lodge for the Royal Family, the property today combines history with contemporary grandeur, from Italian marble floors and sweeping staircases to an entire leisure wing with an indoor pool, sauna and steam room. The house unfolds through an impressive entrance hall and galleried reception hall that introduce the home’s scale and symmetry. A series of elegant rooms flow from here: a dual-aspect drawing room with open fireplace, a formal dining room with French doors to the terrace, a panelled office, and a snooker hall. The kitchen and breakfast room centre around a double gas oven, with utility and cloakrooms discreetly positioned nearby. A connecting corridor leads to the wellness suite, which includes a full spa and leisure wing with gym, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and changing rooms, all overlooking manicured lawns and ornamental lakes. Upstairs, a grand galleried landing leads to the principal suite, complete with its own dressing room, private study, and a sumptuous ensuite bathroom. Two further bedroom suites open onto a roof terrace, while the second floor comprises a light-filled studio complete with ballet rail, three more ensuite bedrooms and two additional bedrooms served by a family bathroom. The additional bedrooms, including the main suite, offer excellent proportions, abundant natural light and a consistently high calibre of finish. A self-contained guest or staff lodge offers two bedrooms, a conservatory, and its own kitchen and reception space. The estate also includes a secluded tennis court, a double garage and outbuildings with additional storage. The landscaped grounds are extraordinary: sweeping lawns, mature woodland, formal gardens and Japanese-inspired planting surround two tranquil lakes, home to resident swans that have given rise to the estate’s affectionate name, Swan Lake. The result is a setting of exceptional privacy and beauty, a true sanctuary just moments from Ascot High Street. The location combines rural countryside quiet with world-class amenities. The area is synonymous with prestige: Wentworth, Sunningdale and The Berkshire golf clubs are close by, as are polo at Smith’s Lawn and The Royal Berkshire Polo Club. Windsor Great Park provides miles of riding and walking trails, and schooling options are among the finest in the country, including Eton College, Papplewick, St Mary’s, St George’s, Heathfield and the ACS and TASIS international schools. Travel connections are excellent, with Ascot Station offering services to London Waterloo, and the M3, M4 and M25 providing fast access to Heathrow, Gatwick and central London.

Fine & Country are delighted to present Wharf House. A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally handsome Georgian 4 bedroom canal side home, just south of Marlborough, with wonderful interiors and superb views.Seller Insight: What is your favourite room of the house and why?The dining room has always been our favourite space. It feels wonderfully elegant and light, with dual aspect sash windows, high ceilings and beautiful original details including period shutters, wide floorboards and the fireplace. It's a room that lends itself perfectly to entertaining, from relaxed family meals to hosting friends, and has a real sense of occasion without ever feeling formal. Sitting at the table overlooking the canal and the original wharf crane is very special — it's a view that never gets old. Who do you think would be the next ideal owner?A family would absolutely thrive here. It's a very safe, welcoming setting with plenty of space to explore both inside and out, and there's a genuine sense of community on the wharf. Our daughter has grown up surrounded by friends and is genuinely heartbroken to be leaving — from Easter egg hunts and impromptu cricket matches to summer barbecues and time spent on the canal paddleboarding and rowing, it's been an idyllic place for her to grow up. What do you love most about the house and why?The combination of character, light and setting. The original period features have been beautifully preserved, the rooms are generously proportioned, and the large sash windows flood the house with natural light. The location is exceptional — with the canal at the front, open fields behind and Savernake Forest literally on the doorstep, it feels wonderfully connected to nature while still being incredibly well placed for day-to-day life. What do you love about the local community?There's a real sense of balance here between countryside living and community life. The surrounding area is perfect for walking, running and exploring, while Marlborough — just four miles away — offers a vibrant market town atmosphere with independent shops, cafés and restaurants. Our daughter attends Bedwyn Primary School, only ten minutes away, which has an Outstanding OFSTED rating and a lovely, nurturing feel. The wharf community itself is something very special, with children ranging from toddlers to young adults who have grown up together. How easy is it to commute from here?Commuting is very straightforward. Bedwyn and Pewsey stations are both around a ten-minute drive away, with free parking at Bedwyn, and offer direct trains to London Paddington in around an hour. Road links are also excellent, with the M4 easily accessible in around 15/20 minutes. What made you choose this property over others that were available at the time? It was the combination of space, period features and location that immediately set it apart. The size and layout worked perfectly for family life, the architectural character was exceptional and rare for the area, and the practicalities — including an easy London commute and proximity to Marlborough — made it an ideal long-term home.SummaryInternal Accommodation:Believed to have been constructed c1830, the Georgian proportions and double-fronted layout of the grade II listed Wharf House provides square rooms with excellent ceiling height.   All spaces have been wonderfully renovated, and offer light filled accommodation thanks to the large sash windows. A family room, sitting room and dining room are to the front of the house on the ground floor, with the kitchen, utility, boot room and home office to the rear. To the first floor are 3 generous double bedrooms, the principal suit benefitting from ensuite shower room and built-in wardrobes. A well-appointed family bathroom and 2nd floor bedroom complete the upstairs accommodation.Outside:The wharf comprises a small collection of properties accessed via a gated entrance and shared driveway. There is access directly onto the canal and the current inhabitants of Wharf House enjoy paddleboarding from here. To the left of the house is a wide parking area, perfect for several vehicles. A terrace adjoins the rear of the house and the elevated lawned garden offers great views south to the canal and beyond, and over the fields to the north. Location:The village of Burbage lies to the south of Marlborough, beyond the vast and beautiful Savernake Forest. The North Wessex Downs is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty and when exploring many of the abundant footpaths and trails, it is not difficult to see why. The Kennet and Avon Canal passes just north of the village and can be a delightful place for a towpath walk all year around. Further afield, Pewsey offers a wider range of amenities, and the thriving market town of Marlborough (approx. 6 miles to the north) has a diverse range of shops from boutique outlets to national chains such as Waitrose.    The village itself benefits from a 24-hour garage with mini supermarket and post office, a public house and both a pre and Ofsted strong rated primary school, which is part of the Excalibur Academies Trust with close links to St John's Academy Marlborough. St Francis, Pewsey is close by and there are direct secondary school bus routes to Dauntsey's School and Rookwood, Andover. The village also has its own doctors' surgery and hosts annual events such as the very popular Christmas tree sale and Burbage & Easton Royal Cricket Club Beer Festival. The Cricket club is very popular and hosts not only top class cricket but events such as comedy nights. The nearby market town of Marlborough provides for almost all other amenities and access to London is made easy from stations at Pewsey, Great Bedwyn and Hungerford with direct services to Paddington taking around an hour.Services: Mains electricity & water, oil fired central heating, private drainage.What3Words: ///insist.inclines.photo