5 Bed Detached House For Sale Furlong Crescent, Aylesbury, HP17

A quite exceptional country home set in 2.15 acres providing a peaceful haven with infinite versatility.\r
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Dating in origin from the 19th Century this elegant family home has been futureproofed, embracing ecology with a ground source heat pump powering underfloor heating, high levels of insulation and solar panels which all contribute to low running costs. The latter also generate an income from the FIT tariff. \r
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As well as offering the potential for multi-generational living, the property offers scope for a variety of options including a retreat, business/consulting, holiday lets or Airbnb. The main house has been upgraded to meet HMO regulations.\r
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The accommodation in the main house provides two double aspect reception rooms with wood burners, a large comprehensively fitted kitchen/dining room with bi-fold doors opening onto the terrace and garden, a utility room and cloak/shower room. \r
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On the first floor, there is an en suite master bedroom and four further bedrooms, together with a family bathroom. The loft has had a Velux window added and could be used as a sixth bedroom (subject to planning permission).\r
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ANCILLARY ACCOMMODATION\r
The principal annexe has a generous and well fitted kitchen/dining room, opening through to a comfortable sitting room. There are two double bedrooms and two shower rooms. \r
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The studio has a large triple aspect studio/bedroom space, complete with a kitchenette, shower room with adjoining cloakroom.\r
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OUTSIDE\r
The property is set well back from the road with electric double gates leading to the gravel driveway with parking for up to 10 motor vehicles and turning space. The private grounds are simply a delight with something for everyone and a haven for wildlife. There is a lovely walled patio garden, together with the kitchen garden with greenhouse and outbuildings. A wide expanse of lawn and less formal area of grass, an enchanting walk through the water garden with natural pond to the orchard and a Yurt. The gardens border open fields with a public footpath providing access to the Buckinghamshire countryside. \r
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LOCATION\r
The pretty village of Bishopstone is in a conservation area and has an eclectic mix of properties of differing eras. There is an excellent village pub, The Harrow, which is featured in the Good Food Guide 2023. The larger village of Stone is approximately two miles away and has a primary school, village hall and a petrol station with convenience store. The county town of Aylesbury (4 miles) and the pretty market town of Thame (8 miles) have a comprehensive range of amenities. The property is in the school bus catchment area for Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School. Excellent transport links for London and Oxford by road or rail.