High Street, Hurley, SL6

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Set within five acres of private grounds in the heart of historic Hurley, The Retreat offers an exceptionally rare combination of substantial accommodation, remarkable privacy and estate living within a central village setting. The detached residence provides approximately 6,000 sq ft of versatile accommodation and stands around 100 metres from the High Street, yet enjoys a remarkable sense of seclusion. It is approached through private gates and along an impressive gravel driveway extending to approximately 200 metres, with views across its own grounds towards the surrounding hills. The accommodation is bright and generously proportioned, with high ceilings, numerous windows and glazed doors, and solid oak parquet flooring throughout the ground floor. Formal and informal reception rooms provide flexible space for family living, entertaining, dining, working and exercise. Two Morsø wood-burning stoves add warmth and character, with firewood available from the estate’s own grounds. At the heart of the house is a spacious kitchen with bespoke solid oak cabinetry, a central island, Miele appliances and a Falcon range cooker. The adjoining dining and family areas create a natural flow through the principal living spaces. An interconnecting ground-floor guest and family wing, currently arranged as annexe accommodation, has its own sitting room, bedroom, dressing area, bathroom and kitchenette. Fully integrated into the main house, it offers excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, staff or more independent living. The fully fenced grounds comprise expansive lawns, mature trees, a wildlife pond and an established orchard with apple, pear, cherry and walnut trees. There is also a dedicated outdoor barbecue and entertaining area, while a private stream runs along the lower boundary of the estate. The property benefits from three-phase electricity, while its substantial roof construction enables it to support an extensive solar-panel installation. There is considerable scope to further enhance the estate through the addition of a conservatory, swimming pool and tennis court. A particularly valuable feature is the existing outbuilding, held under its own separate title, with legal rights of access from the High Street via the private driveway and rights for the laying of services. It is considered to offer strong potential for conversion or replacement with an additional lodge or bungalow, subject to the necessary consents. The separate title may also provide valuable future flexibility, including the possibility of separating it from the main estate. Equally, the particular rarity of The Retreat lies in retaining the estate as a whole — approximately five acres of remarkably private grounds in the heart of historic Hurley. After 20 years as a much-loved family home, The Retreat is now offered for sale as the owner has relocated to Bahrain. The property is offered with no onward chain, and viewings are conducted personally by the owner, who can provide detailed knowledge of the house, grounds and their potential. Location Hurley is a historic Thames-side village situated between Marlow and Henley-on-Thames. Despite The Retreat’s exceptional privacy, the High Street is only around 100 metres away, placing the village’s riverside walks, The Olde Bell Inn, The Rising Sun pub, village store and Post Office within easy walking distance. The village also has active cricket and tennis clubs and hosts an annual regatta. Marlow, Henley and Maidenhead are all within easy reach. Maidenhead station is approximately 15 minutes by car and provides Elizabeth line services into London. The property is also well placed for access to Heathrow Airport, the M4 and the M40. Temple Golf Club is less than a mile away, with further golf and leisure facilities available at Castle Royle and Bisham Abbey. Schools Nearby schools include: Burchetts Green CofE Infants’ School Bisham Church of England Academy Herries Preparatory School Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, Marlow Newlands Girls’ School