3 bed detached house for sale

Quarrywood Road Marlow, Buckinghamshire SL7

***Open House - Saturday 21st September 10:30am - 1pm***

A stunning 3-bedroom Victorian boathouse, circa 1880, with covered mooring in a highly sought after area of Marlow, set in private grounds and hidden from public view behind a gated entrance. Offered for sale after over four decades of cherished ownership.

A Riverside Masterpiece on the Thames: Exquisite Victorian Boathouse with Cinematic Heritage. Presenting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history, this enchanting Victorian boathouse, circa 1880, is now offered for sale after over four decades of cherished ownership.

Nestled along the tranquil banks of the River Thames in Marlow, this distinguished residence exudes timeless elegance and holds a storied past, having served as the setting for the films "True Blue" and "The Wind in the Willows."

The property is surrounded by mature gardens that evoke an air of mystique, creating an idyllic, otherworldly ambiance. As you approach via a private, gated entrance from Quarrywood Road, a sense of serenity envelops you, transporting you to a place where time seems to stand still.

A charming one-bedroom studio, with the potential for enlargement (subject to planning permission), leads onto the iron trellised pathway adorned with flowers and shrubs that guides you through the landscape to the boathouse, a true riverside treasure rising majestically from the water’s edge.

The ground floor offers an enclosed mooring, capable of accommodating a 30-foot vessel, with a 10-foot ceiling height at normal tide. This level also features a separate kitchen area and a shower room/toilet, ideal for hosting garden soirées.

An ornate external spiral staircase ascends to the upper floor, revealing two additional bedrooms, one with a mature vine wrapped private balcony, a spacious reception room with an open fireplace, a quaint dining area with panelled windows along two sides, a galley kitchen, and a bathroom. The main reception room, with its breathtaking river views, offers a picturesque backdrop for serene living.

This unique riverside sanctuary must be experienced firsthand to fully appreciate its character and charm.

Tenure: Freehold / EPC G / Council Tax Band E

Services, Utilities & Property Information:

Water Supply: Thames Water

Sewerage: Private drainage in the form of a septic tank. Please contact the agent for further information.

Heating: Opus

Electricity Supply: Opus

Mobile Phone Coverage: 4G signal is available in the area we advise you to check with your provider.

Broadband Availability: Superfast Broadband Speed is available in the area, with predicted highest available download speed 35 Mbps and highest available upload speed 6 Mbps. We advise you to check with your provider.

Special Note – The property (STPP) offers the scope to develop the studio into a larger unit or convert to garage .

Flood risk: The property sits on the banks of River Thames in zone 3 flood zone and is therefore designed to flood on the ground level (water level) of the boathouse. The living quarters are on the 1st floor and do not flood.

Off Road Parking Spaces – off road parking for 4 cars

Construction Type Standard construction: Brick, Stone, Slate, Tiles

Disclaimer

All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order.

Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.

Whilst we carryout our due diligence on a property before it is launched to the market and we endeavour to provide accurate information, buyers are advised to conduct their own due diligence.

Our information is presented to the best of our knowledge and should not solely be relied upon when making purchasing decisions. The responsibility for verifying aspects such as flood risk, easements, covenants and other property related details rests with the buyer