6 bedrooms House in Riversdale, Bourne End SL8

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Key Details

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Reception Rooms: 6
Floor Area: 3306 sq ft
EPC Rating: C
Tenure: Freehold
Parking: Yes
Lift: No
Outside Space: Yes

Description

Impressive family residence with excellent gardens & opportunity to adapt for open plan living. Double garage & driveway parking in exclusive development on the edge of Cookham village. Tucked away at the end of a peaceful private close, just a short stroll from the riverside at Cookham, Orchard Mill is the kind of home that quietly elevates everyday life. Grand but never ostentatious, refined but full of warmth, it's a place that has been beautifully reimagined - not just redecorated, but redesigned to suit modern family living without compromising its original charm. Originally built by Berkeley Homes in the late 1980s, this substantial home has been thoughtfully transformed by its current owners over the past year. What was once a classic of its time has become something far more timeless: magazine-worthy interiors, layered textures, flowing space, and a layout that invites calm, connection and celebration in equal measure. With just over 3,300 sq ft of internal space and grounds approaching an acre, the sense of scale is immediately apparent. But more than that - it's the privacy, the serenity, and the potential for making memories that really set this home apart.A welcoming first impression Step inside and you're instantly aware of the space, flow and natural light. The wide entrance hall is not only a practical anchor for the ground floor layout - it sets the tone for what's to come. This is a home with presence, but it never overwhelms. There's clarity to the design and a natural rhythm to how each room connects with the next. Subtle luxury is everywhere - solid oak doors, premium fixtures, carefully chosen colour palettes - but always in support of relaxed, everyday living. At the front of the house, the formal sitting room offers an elegant retreat with views across the garden, soft evening light, and a layout that's ideal for entertaining. It's easy to imagine winter evenings here - fires lit, glasses of red in hand - or hosting friends and family for special occasions. Next door, the dining room brings a more intimate setting, full of atmosphere - perfect for supper with friends or relaxed Sunday roasts with the children drifting in and out from the kitchen. In today's world, dedicated home working space is no longer a luxury - it's a necessity. And Orchard Mill offers it in style. The purpose-built study is set just off the entrance hall - well-proportioned, private, and ideal for video calls, focused thinking or creative work. A downstairs WC next door, worthy of any boutique hotel,keeps the layout practical for visiting clients or busy mornings alike.The heart of the home. The kitchen - breakfast room is exactly what it should be in a house like this: generous, bright, and very much the heart of the home. There's space to cook, chat, host, do homework, and just be. The finishes are beautiful, the light is wonderful, and there's a natural flow through to the utility room and out to the family room beyond - a relaxed, informal space that opens directly onto the garden. Whether it's lazy weekend breakfasts, summer parties spilling out onto the lawn, or just day-to-day family life unfolding naturally - this whole wing of the house has been designed to support it all. The grounds at Orchard Mill are what truly elevate it. Nearly an acre in size and wrapped in mature greenery, they offer exceptional privacy and space to dream a little bigger. You might entertain under festoon lights as dusk falls. Or build an outdoor kitchen beneath a timber pergola. Or simply leave it all open - so children can run free, dogs can roam, and you can wander barefoot across the lawn, coffee in hand. There's plenty of space for garden projects too - perhaps a home studio, a pool, or even just a new terrace to wrap around the house. With an often sought after double garage there's plenty of space for storage as well. But the real luxury is that you don't have to add anything. It's all here already - just waiting for the next chapter to begin. Upstairs, the sense of space continues. The galleried landing adds a stunning architectural feature and a natural flow between the rooms, making the first floor feel open and peaceful. The principal suite enjoys views over the garden, with a spacious en suite and built-in wardrobes. Five further bedrooms offer incredible flexibility - whether you need rooms for children, guest suites, hobby rooms, or even a second office or dressing room. Two further bathrooms serve the remaining bedrooms, finished to a high standard with soft tones and quality fittings.

Accommodation

6 Bedrooms : Bathroom : 2 En Suite Bathrooms : Guest WC : Reception Room : Dining Room : Kitchen/Breakfast Room : Study : Family Room : Utility Room : Double Garage : Driveway : Garden

Agent Contact

Stowhill Estates

Telephone: +441235751888
Email: amelia@stowhillestates.com