4 bed country house for sale

The Common, Penn, Buckinghamshire HP10

An idyllic village home full of character and charm, nestled in the heart of a sought-after Chiltern village, perfectly placed for local amenities and excellent commuter links.

Period character meets contemporary living. The entrance hall leads into this delightful family home, which has been beautifully maintained and presented by the current owners. At the rear, the main sitting room enjoys views of the garden, with double doors opening onto the patio. This principal reception room features a fireplace with a wood-burning stove. Adjacent is the family room, a characterful space with a vaulted ceiling and uv-protected bi-fold doors to the garden. Currently used as a home office, it is generously sized and equally suited as a second reception room.

From the hall, you move through the snug, complete with a square bay window, ornamental fireplace, and stairs rising to the first floor, before reaching the open-plan kitchen/dining room. With ample space for a dining table and chairs, this light-filled room enjoys a pleasant double aspect and casement doors opening onto the garden and patio. The kitchen, designed to complement the character of the property, offers a range of painted shaker style cabinets with work surfaces, an integrated dishwasher, and a range-style cooker. A door also provides access to the front of the property.

The left side of the ground floor also provides flexible accommodation, including a study and a fourth bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and utility room beyond, suitable for guests or multi-generational living.

Upstairs, a galleried landing with double aspect windows leads to the principal bedroom, a generous room with a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite shower room, fitted with a shower cubicle, wash basin, and WC. There are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom featuring a classic roll-top bath and a frameless glass shower cubicle.

Gardens and Grounds

Accessed via a private gravel driveway with mature hedges and a wooden gate, this property ensures privacy and a sense of seclusion.

The rear garden is bordered by tall hedging and a paved patio extends onto a level lawn with well-stocked flower borders, enjoying a sunny, south-facing aspect. The property also benefits from an attached single garage with timber doors, light, power, and overhead storage.

Location

A highly sought-after Chilterns village combining country charm with excellent commuter convenience. The village is just three miles from Beaconsfield and four miles from High Wycombe, offering a perfect balance of village life and easy access to nearby towns.

Penn benefits from a strong sense of community, with local pubs, sports clubs, and green spaces such as Penn Street Common. Everyday shopping is available locally, with more extensive retail, dining, and leisure options in Beaconsfield. The surrounding Chiltern Hills provide excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, and enjoying the countryside.

The area offers a wide range of schooling options. State schools include Tylers Green First and Middle Schools and Abbey View Primary Academy in High Wycombe. Independent schools such as The Beacon School and Pipers Corner provide dedicated transport from Penn and surrounding villages, while secondary school options are well served in Beaconsfield and High Wycombe.

Transport links are excellent. Beaconsfield Railway Station offers direct services to London Marylebone in around 23 minutes. Road access is convenient via the M40 (Junction 2, Beaconsfield) and the A404, connecting to London, Oxford, and beyond. Regular bus services link Penn with nearby towns, and many independent schools run dedicated coach routes.
Additional information


Council Tax Band: G
Local Authority: Buckinghamshire Council
EPC Rating: D