7 bed detached house for sale

Shepherds Lane, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire WD3

Passing Clouds is a striking and most impressive home designed in the Art Deco style with lovely countryside views and with fabulous versatile living space and outbuildings

Description
Passing Clouds is set back from the road behind attractive gates and is a breath-taking home, designed in the timeless elegance of the Art Deco style and created by Weber Haus. It offers exceptional, versatile space set within a beautiful landscape, boasting far-reaching views of the surrounding countryside. Outside the property features beautifully designed lighting, a rainwater harvesting tank, and a borehole, making it as eco-conscious as it is is elegant. This striking property features a wealth of spectacular design elements, with a focus on maximizing the natural light and showcasing the stunning vistas.

Among its many premium features, Passing Clouds is equipped with triple-glazed aluminium/wood windows, underfloor heating, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, solar panels, and electric blinds in the significant rooms. The home also benefits from Rako lighting in the principal rooms with the remainder of the house illuminated with energy-efficient LED lighting, and the flooring, tiled in white quartz throughout, enhancing the modern aesthetic. The luxurious Duravit bath/shower rooms further elevate the level of sophistication throughout.

Interior Features
Upon entering, you are greeted by a spacious, light-filled hallway, with picture windows framing views of the garden. To the right, a convenient coat/boot cupboard and cloakroom offer practical storage. All reception rooms flow effortlessly from this central space.

To the front of the home lies the TV room, complete with a striking bay window and custom-fitted wall units. The lounge is a serene retreat, offering a perfect place to unwind, with doors that open to the garden. It features mood lighting, a remote-controlled inset gas fireplace, the attractive quartz-tiled floor adds a touch of luxury.

The impressive kitchen and dining area is the heart of the home, featuring a raised glass roof that enhances the sense of space. The sleek, modern kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of high-end wall and floor units, complemented by a central island with quartz worktops. Integrated and free-standing appliances from premium brands are found in both the kitchen and utility room. The dining area enjoys panoramic views over the garden. Adjacent to the kitchen, the well-equipped utility room offers additional space and provides access to the outside.

The other side of the house provides convenient access to the large garage via a side door, as well as a triple-aspect family room featuring built-in cupboards and access to the plant room. A second kitchen is located adjacent to the family room, offering a practical space for meal preparation. There is also a lift to the first floor as well as a wrap-around second staircase.

First Floor
From the hall, stairs ascend to a bright and airy landing, which boasts spectacular views over the garden. The principal bedroom suite features a balcony - an idyllic spot to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. The room also includes a walk-in dressing area with fitted cupboards and a luxurious en suite bathroom. A guest bedroom with its own balcony, built-in wardrobes, also feature en suite shower room sits at the front of the house. An inner hallway leads to two further bedrooms and a family bathroom. As you traverse the landing area, there is a study. A sliding door opens to a second hallway which provides access to a second guest room with balcony and en suite shower room. Completing the first floor is a light-filled, dual-aspect bedroom with its own en suite bathroom designed as a special assistance space, featuring a bath, basin, WC, and large walk-in shower, all illuminated by mood lighting. An adjacent bespoke fitted dressing room completes this bedroom.

Exterior
The setting for Passing Clouds is impressive and the panoramic views from the principal rooms offer a rural outlook over the woodland to the front and the expansive gardens and countryside to the rear. A gated carriage driveway offers ample parking for family and guests, while a large garage provides further convenience. Side access leads to the rear garden.

The gardens are an outstanding feature of the property, with a wide terrace perfect for alfresco dining. Meandering pathways lead through the lawn, with an oak pergola and a barbecue area adding a great touch. Of particular note is the reflective garden space, which features a covered seating area, providing a peaceful retreat. A built-in storage area lies just behind this tranquil spot.

Annexe
To the rear of the house is a self-contained annexe. This versatile space includes an open-plan kitchen/living/dining area with sliding doors that open out to the garden and lawn, large en suite bedroom, bathroom and utility room. The surrounding shrub borders, along with m

Location
Passing Clouds is situated in a semi-rural leafy setting on the outskirts of the thriving village centre with cafes, restaurants, book shop, library, bakers, butcher and food stores. The station provides both the Chiltern Line to Marylebone and the Metropolitan Line to Baker Street and the City. There is a good selection of local primary schools and St Clement Danes together with other private and state schools within driving distance. Chorleywood Common has over 200 acres of wooded common land, bridle paths, walks and a 9 hole public golf course. The Grove Country Club and Moor Park Golf club are both a short drive. Sailing and water sports are at the Aquadrome at Rickmansworth. The Chess Valley with its walks and beautiful countryside is on the door step too.

Square Footage: 5,951 sq ft

Acreage:
1.45 Acres

Directions
From Chorleywood Station turn left, proceed down the hill, turn left and go under the railway bridge. Go over the crossroad up Shire Lane. At the top of the hill follow the road round the left hand bend and after about 500 years there is a further left hand bend taking you through The Swillett. Proceed as far as The Stag public house and turn left opposite into Stag Lane. Go down Stag Lane and round the right hand bend past the school (the road narrows here). Proceed for about 200 yards then round the left hand bend and after about 400 yards turn right by the white picket fence into Shepherds Lane and Passing Clouds can be found on the right,