Hambleden, Henley-on-thames, RG9

A beautiful 1,200 sq ft duplex apartment set within historic Hambleden Mill, with a 24' mooring, communal gardens, double garage and wonderful views over the weir and river Thames.

ACCOMMODATION

Hambleden Mill is an iconic Grade II listed riverside property, with a mill at Hambleden mentioned in the Domesday book in 1086 and with the current building believed to have been constructed from the timbers from the old Henley Bridge, which was washed away in the great flood of 1774. No 6 is one of the largest apartments in the development, with a pleasant outlook across the river and weir to the meadows on the other side of the river. From the parking area, a glazed door open into a communal entrance hall with stairs leading to the first floor.A front door opens into the private entrance hall with double doors which open into an impressive open-plan living space. The sitting room has exposed beams to the ceiling and walls and two windows overlooking the river. There is a large dining area with natural light from a Velux window set within the vaulted ceiling.The kitchen also has river views and good a range of fitted wall and base units with work-surfaces and an inset 1 1/2 bowl single drainer sink unit under the window. There is a built-in Siemens electric oven and a ceramic hob with tiled splashbacks, an integrated larder style fridge/freezer and an integrated washing machine.Bedroom 2 is a large double bedroom with built in storage and two velux windows. Bedroom 3 is a smaller double with a window. The shower room features a white suite comprising a low level w.c., a wash-hand basin and a fully tiled shower cubicle. There are fitted storage cupboards.Stairs lead up to the principal bedroom suite, a comfortable double with built-in wardrobes and a wide velux window. A couple of steps lead up to the en suite bathroom with a white suite comprising a panel enclosed bath with shower over, an inset wash-hand basin with marble top, a low level w.c., tiled walls, and a roof lantern above.OutsideThe property enjoys the use of a pretty shared garden with a large lawn featuring views towards the lock and upstream towards Henley. There is a 24 ft mooring for the property, and this apartment also benefits from a double garage, with an up and over door, light and power and storage above. From the garden there is private access to the footbridge leading over the weir to the lock, with the Flower Pot Pub just a few minutes on foot, and a scenic riverside walk to Henley town approximately 2.5 miles. National Trust CovenantThis is a legal agreement made in 1944 between the then Lord Hambleden and the National Trust, and known as the Greenlands Covenant and covers land and buildings belonging to the Hambleden Estate. The purpose of the covenant is to provide permanent protection and preservation of the architectural character and rural integrity of the area. This does not mean that no change is possible, however it does mean that the National Trust must be consulted before any change is made to the external appearance of any building covered by the covenant. Alterations to buildings will, generally, require a formal application for consent to the Architectural Panel of the National Trust. A fee will be charged for this. Enquiries should be directed to: National Trust Chilterns Hub, Prospect House, Crendon Street, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP13 6LAEmail: [email protected] Tel: 01494 443813

LOCATION

Living in Mill End, HambledenMill End is a small hamlet situated at the southern edge of the Hambleden valley, fronting the River Thames and forming part .The picturesque village of Hambleden has been used to film many feature films and has a village shop, a church and the much-visited Stag & Huntsman pub. Further along the Hambleden valley, excellent pubs can be found - including The Frog at Skirmett, the Chequers at Fingest, the Bull and Butcher at Turville. Henley and Marlow provide a wide selection of shops, boutiques, restaurants and pubs. Henley has a 3-screen cinema and the historic Kenton Theatre.The London commuter is well provided for with the M4/M40 giving road access to London, Heathrow, West Country and Midlands. There are railway stations located in Henley and Marlow which terminate at London Paddington, or connect to the Elizabeth Line; and High Wycombe which terminates at London Marylebone station. There are regular buses to Reading via Henley and High Wycombe via Marlow.Henley - 3 milesMarlow - 4 milesHigh Wycombe - 10 milesLondon Heathrow - 37milesLondon West End - 39 milesSchoolsPrimary Schools Frieth C of E Primary and Danesfield PrimaryPrep Schools - Rupert House School in HenleySecondary Schools Great Marlow School and Gillotts SchoolGrammar schools including the Sir William Borlase Grammar SchoolLeisureThe Pub in the Park festival takes place in Marlow in May. The world famous Henley Royal Regatta takes place in July. The Henley Festival of Arts follows the regatta. The Rewind Festival takes place by the river by Temple Island in August.There are local golf clubs at Harleyford and Winter Hill, Cookham. Hambleden has an active sports and social club including a tennis club and active football and cricket clubs.There is superb walking, cycling and riding in the Chiltern Hills, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty.Tenure Share-of-FreeholdLocal Authority - Wycombe District CouncilCouncil Tax - Band GServicesOil-fired central heating and hot waterMains electricity, water and sewageBroadband - Superfast up to 80MBps downloadViewing: Strictly by appointment with Philip Booth Esq Estate Agents