Lenborough, Buckingham

Keepers Barn

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Lenborough, Buckingham, MK18 4BS 51°97'77.93"N -0°99'29.1"W what3words///rubble.fizzled.microchip

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ABOUT THIS HOUSE

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ocated in a private rural position at the end of a long drive and behind electric gates, sits Keepers Barn. This is a superb modern barn conversion that was originally converted in 1997 and has subsequently undergone significant improvement by the current owners. Situated between the villages of Lenborough and Gawcott, Keepers Barn has the most incredible views over the rolling north Buckinghamshire countryside. There are large glazed sections of the property which take in the magnificent views and flood the house with natural light. The property is ideally located for commuting into London with an option of trains from Milton Keynes, Bicester and Winslow Station which is due to open in 2024.

Keepers Barn has been finished with a great sense of style and the interior design is as stunning as it is creative.

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HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE

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here are a number of key highlights to living at this wonderful property. The main ones are:

Incredible glass fronted drawing room with large glazed front, to take in the stunning south facing views.

The interior design and material used within the recent remodelling of the property is superb.

There is a large open plan kitchen complete with vaulted ceiling and a log burner at one end. Glazed sections connect the kitchen to the courtyard terrace area and there is further glazing on the East elevation to ensure the kitchen is bathed in morning sunlight.

STUDIO

The house has been architecturally designed providing indoor and outdoor living, for entertaining with views from every single room.

The house has been designed so that the kitchen and receptions rooms form the entertaining space within the house, making the bedroom wing a completely private and family focused area.

STUDIO

The bedroom wing consists of four bedrooms including the master suite which has its own dressing room and ensuite bathroom.

There is a family bathroom, which is stylishly appointed, which links through to a room which is currently used as a gym.

There is an outside garden office with electric, heating and internet.

It is at this end of the house where the property connects to the separate two bedroom annexe. This could be reconnected to the main house to make a large and impressive master suite. thecountryhousedepartment.com 8

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ABOUT THIS HOUSE

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WHAT3WORDS ///rubble.fizzled.microchip CO-ORDINATES 51°97'77.93"N -0°99'29.1"W SERVICES Mains water and electricity Private drainage Oil fired central heating EPC D COUNCIL TAX Band H LOCAL AUTHORITY Aylesbury Vale

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ABOUT THIS AREA

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eepers Barn is nestled in a rural position between the hamlet of Lenborough and the village of Gawcott. The picturesque Buckinghamshire village of Gawcott, is an unspoilt and traditional village and is home

to a popular country pub, The Crown. Additionally, there is the Chafor Vineyard which sells wine direct to villagers and Waitrose. Gawcott is also home to the Richard Roper playing field complete with an astro turf, cricket

and

football

club

and

large

children’s

playground with zip wire.

The county town of Buckingham is close by with a wide variety of shops and amenities. There are numerous nearby public footpaths and bridleways providing easy access for walking and the surrounding country.

Surrounded by wonderful countryside, it’s an idyllic spot with inexhaustible options for lovers of the outdoors. There are stunning walks nearby and a number

of

visitor

attractions

including

Stowe

Landscape Gardens and Silverstone Race Track.

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ABOUT THIS AREA

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eepers Barn is well located for commuting to London, Oxford and Birmingham, with fast train links to the capital from Bicester, Milton Keynes and Winslow (from 2024).

There are a number of nearby primary

including

Roundwood

Primary

School

in

Gawcott (Ofsted rated Good). Nearby prep schools include Beachborough and Winchster House. There is also a wide selection of senior schools, both state and private, including Stowe, Bloxham and The Royal Latin Grammar school in Buckingham.

TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Buckingham 3 miles Bicester 11.5 miles Winslow Station Station 6 miles (opening 2024) London Marylebone from x mins Milton Keynes Central Station 19 miles London Euston from 33 mins Bicester North Station London Marylebone from 48 mins LOCAL The Betsey Wynn, Swanbourne The Mitre, Buckingham The Old Thatched Inn, Adstock

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further guest bedroom is situated on the first floor and there is a lovely mezzanine area which could be used as a sixth bedroom or a study – this room has beautiful and far reaching views.

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he south facing courtyard terrace has recently been decked and makes a great space for outdoor entertaining. There is even an outdoor bathtub.

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he grounds extend to 1.4 acres and include parking for several cars, orchard, a lawned area and a paddock complete with stable.

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FLOORPLAN Click to view Virtual Tour

Approximate Area - 535.5 sq m / 5,764 sq ft | Studio - 9.9 sq m / 106 sq ft | Total - 5

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Country House Department gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptio necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. The C planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. The Country House Department does not accept responsibility for any exp all wayleaves, covenants, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not. Photographs taken August 2022. Particulars prepared in August 202

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545.4 sq m / 5,870 sq ft | Including Limited Use Area (42.8 sq m / 461 sq ft)

ons, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not Country House Department does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to penses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of 22.

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AREA GUIDE

Buckinghamshire 5 1 ° 9 7 ' 7 7 . 9 3 " N

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ith its chocolate box villages, historic towns, quality attractions and stunning countryside along with its cosy pubs, Buckinghamshire is formed partly by Chiltern landscapes that inspired literary residents and has a rich sporting heritage.

There are lots of things to do in Buckinghamshire. Walk in Roald Dahl's footsteps through medieval villages to historic

coaching inns. Or nose in drawing rooms in Italianate mansions, the backdrop for scandals like the Profumo Affair. This colourful southeast county has a high-octane side. Formula One cars rev on Grand Prix circuits and crews of rowers paddle on Olympic rowing lakes. Buckinghamshire has something for everyone.

WALKING

The Chiltern Way The Chiltern Way is a route of 134 miles through Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire & Oxfordshire and offers breath taking views of the rolling landscape.

EATING OUT

The Mash Inn, Bennett End A restaurant with rooms located in the hamlet of Bennett End. The small restaurant features an open kitchen where they cook simply but skillfully over a bespoke wood-fired grill.

EVENT

The British Grand Prix Home of the British Grand Prix, the Silverstone circuit straddles the Northamptonshire / Buckinghamshire boarder.

DAY OUT

Waddesdon Manor Built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to exhibit his collections of art treasures. The Victorian garden is considered one of the finest in Britain

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ABOUT US

The Country House Department Limited John Eccles House Robert Robinson Avenue Oxford, OX4 4GP

01865 338 300 info@thecountryhousedepartment.com thecountryhousedepartment.com

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