5 bedroom detached house for sale

An Exceptional Family Residence Built to Passive Home Standards Occupying just under 5,000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed accommodation and set on a generous plot of just over 0.25 acre, this impressive family home combines contemporary luxury with cutting-edge sustainable design. The property enjoys a wonderful south-west facing rear garden and is arranged to provide 5 - 6 spacious bedrooms, including a ground floor bedroom with an en-suite shower room, ideal for extended family living. A highlight of the home is the stunning “super room” overlooking the rear garden, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property also benefits from an outstanding range of leisure facilities, including a games room, bespoke cinema room, fully equipped gym, and a luxurious spa area featuring a hot tub, sauna, and steam room - all adjoining a tranquil courtyard garden. Frontage: The property is approached via a gated carriage driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, complemented by mature planted borders and direct access to the garage. Garden: A well-presented and landscaped rear garden enhances the home beautifully. An expansive patio terrace offers the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, leading to a formal lawn bordered by mature planting. To the rear, a further garden room with decking provides additional versatile space, ideal as a studio, summer room, or entertaining area. Location & Lifestyle Transport: Only 0.4 miles to Cockfosters Station (Piccadilly Line) for direct connections to Central London. Local Amenities: Close to Cockfosters’ array of shops, cafs, restaurants, top-rated schools, and healthcare services. Green Spaces: Just a 5-minute walk from the expansive 320-hectare Trent Park-ideal for walking, cycling, and outdoor leisure. Accessibility: Excellent connectivity via the nearby M25 to surrounding areas and beyond. Exceptional Design & Sustainability This home is built to rigorous Passive House standards, maximising energy efficiency and comfort. Isotex ICF Construction: External and most internal walls built with Isotex insulated concrete form blocks, eliminating thermal bridging and providing excellent soundproofing. Outstanding Airtightness: Achieved an exceptional air tightness test result of 1.82 (far exceeding the standard threshold of 10.0). MVHR Systems: Two Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery systems pre-warm fresh air using outgoing stale air, ensuring clean, filtered air while conserving heating and cooling energy. Highest EPC Rating: Energy Performance Certificate rated 92A (the highest achievable score, with no further improvement recommended) Solar Power & Storage: 18 solar panels generating up to 5.4 kWp, supported by two 4.5 kW storage batteries programmable to charge during off-peak hours. Additional batteries can be added if desired. Rainwater Harvesting: A 7,500-litre underground tank collects rainwater for garden irrigation and toilet flushing, reducing mains water consumption. Premium Fixtures & Technology Kitchen: Bespoke Tom Howley kitchen fitted with high-end Miele appliances, including 2 ovens, 1 microwave, 1 steam oven, induction hob, 2 Neff dishwashers, and a wine chiller. Plumbing: Professionally designed system powered by a Stuart Turner pump, delivering an impressive 5.5 bar pressure to all showers and bathrooms. Windows & Doors: Supplied by Internorm - Europe’s leading manufacturer of high-performance systems designed specifically for Passive House standards. Smart Home Automation: Fully integrated Control4 system managing audio, visual, lighting, CCTV, and more. Lighting: Collingwood LED lighting throughout, including exterior illumination. Finishes: Bathrooms tiled by Porcelanosa; ground floor and steam room tiles by Porcelain Tile, Finchley. Security: Comprehensive Hikvision CCTV system and Texecom intruder alarm. Additional Information: Plot: Just over 0.25 acre. Council Tax: H Local Authority: Enfield Tenure: Freehold