5 bed detached house for sale

College Avenue, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6

A charming double bay fronted Victorian family home providing substantial accommodation and beautiful period character in a highly sought-after Maidenhead setting.

Description
An impressive detached Victorian family home arranged over three floors and offering more than 3,500 sq ft of versatile, beautifully balanced accommodation on a sought after residential avenue. The property blends elegant period architecture with generous proportions, high ceilings and abundant natural light, with original features complemented by thoughtful modern updates. Set behind a mature frontage with driveway parking for several vehicles, the house opens onto an exceptional rear garden.

A welcoming reception hall with original flooring and decorative detailing leads to a series of well proportioned reception rooms featuring high ceilings, ornate cornicing and original fireplaces. The dining room and sitting room both enjoy generous bay windows, while the sitting area is enhanced by a log burner, creating a relaxed family space.

The sitting room opens directly into the conservatory, a bright and atmospheric room with full height glazing and uninterrupted garden views.

The kitchen and breakfast room form the heart of the home, offering bespoke cabinetry, composite worktops and a central peninsula. The adjoining breakfast area provides space for informal dining with direct access to the terrace and garden. A utility room and a side door add further convenience. This layout works equally well for everyday family life and entertaining.

The first floor offers five well proportioned bedrooms arranged around a spacious landing. The principal bedroom enjoys a front aspect through a bay window and has its own en suite. The remaining bedrooms are served by a family shower room.

There is a useful loft storage, accessed via pull down ladder and a substantial cellar adding valuable ancillary space.

The rear garden, extending to approximately 130 ft, is a particular feature. Predominantly laid to lawn, it includes mature planting, multiple seating areas positioned for sun throughout the day, a timber garden studio with log burner and a timber workshop offering a range of potential uses. To the front, a generous driveway provides parking for several vehicles, completing this exceptional Victorian home.

Location
Maidenhead is a market town on set on the river Thames. Since Edwardian days it has been a place for fun. Today Maidenhead is known for its attractive riverfront with Boulters Lock and Ray Mill Island being a focal point with river boat trips and popular riverfront restaurants. Local events include a regular farmers market and full programme of events at Norden Farm Centre for Arts. Sports clubs in Maidenhead include lawn tennis, bowls, rowing and cycling. Braywick leisure centre also has swimming alongside many other activities and clubs.

Maidenhead offers a wide range of select and state schooling including Boyn Hill Infants school, Newlands Girls’ School, Desborough Boys School, Burchetts Green CE Infant School, St. Piran’s, Claires Court and Sir William Borlase Grammar, Marlow. N.B. Please check catchments and admissions policies.

Rail access to London (Paddington) is available from Taplow and Maidenhead (journey time from approx. 35 minutes). The new Elizabeth line connects the area to the city. Road connections are good with access to the M4 available via Junctions 7 or 8/9 leading to Heathrow, London and the M25.

N.B. All distances and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,500 sq ft