St. Peter Street, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7

An exceptional setting in the heart of Marlow's historic town centre. Set behind private gates this home has a wonderful river frontage with mooring and dock, along with a triple garage.

Description

Set on the riverbank in arguably one of the most special positions on the river in Marlow, is this substantial modern home benefitting from a private mooring, a wet dock and a decent size riverside garden.

The views from the property are exceptional, in particular from the 37ft drawing room and the 680 sqft principle bedroom suite, which has a lovely roof terrace overlooking the river and garden. The property is set in a private setting off St Peter Street, the town's most highly regarded location, behind tall gates. With a driveway and detached triple garage the property is also particularly convenient.

Our clients moved into the home brand new in 1999 and have enjoyed the home ever since, with a sale now on the cards as part of a downsize move. The property has it's accommodation focused on the river setting, both internally and externally with a landscaped garden providing wonderful views over the weir and further downstream. Marlow's iconic Grade-I listed suspension bridge is within view of the garden and the main bedroom suite.

Overall the accommodation provides about 4800 sqft of space throughout five large bedrooms and four bathrooms, with the ground floor comprising three reception rooms, a kitchen and utility room. The drawing room is particularly noteworthy; a 37ft x 29ft open plan space that opens at the rear onto the riverfront.

A wide river frontage provides both ample space for mooring, as well as a lovely landscaped garden overlooking the water. A wet dock is recessed into the garden to provide securing mooring for a boat.

To the front of the property is a detached triple garage and a driveway.

Location

Thames Bank is set at the foot of St Peter Street, an historic and highly regarded street in the centre of Marlow. The location is perfect for those who wish for easy access to the High Street and station, yet provides excellent privacy and security behind the tall electric gates.

Marlow town offers a superb range of retailers, with an eclectic mix of local independent and national names. There are numerous bars, cafes and restaurants dotted around the town offering destinations for any occasion. The town itself is situated on the banks of the river Thames and the Thames Path follows the river through the town.

Just outside the town, the area opens out to glorious rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Outdoor pursuits are numerous, as are golf, football, cricket and rugby clubs.

Being a popular location for young families, Marlow offers numerous schooling ranging from prep schools to secondary schools, such as Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School and Great Marlow School.

For commuters, the town has a train station to Paddington (via Maidenhead, with the new Elizabeth Line operating), with fast trains also accessible from High Wycombe providing a 25-minute journey into London Marylebone. The M40/M4 motorways are accessed from the A404 which passes the town.

Square Footage: 4,869 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 170 years remaining.


Directions

From the suspension bridge, head north towards the High Street and turn right at the double-roundabout onto Station Road. St Peter Street is the first turning on the right hand side. Thames Bank is set at the end of the street on the left hand side, behind tall gates just before the slipway.

Additional Info

Leasehold, 170 yrs remaining.

Ground Rent £1 per annum
Service Charge £1,350 per annum

All mains services