5 bedroom country house for sale

Skywood House was commissioned in 2013 by Nick Baker Architects. This fine residence provides approximately 4,661 sq. ft of superb, lateral living space (including outbuildings) and features five bedrooms, set within 1.63-acres of secluded woodland in the Chiltern Hills. The internal living space is arranged entirely across a single level to maintain a seamless connection with the landscape, with silver travertine-effect porcelain tiles throughout. The heart of the home is a spectacular 45-foot open-plan kitchen, dining, and family room, where floor-to-ceiling glazing provides 270-degree views of the forest and gardens which is complemented by a minimalist fireplace . The kitchen is well equipped with integrated Miele appliances, including a self-cleaning fan oven, wine fridge, two warming drawers, and a Quooker boiling water tap. A monumental 42-foot entrance hall serves as the property’s spine, creating a rhythmic transition from the social wings to the private sleeping quarters. The formal drawing room features elegant American Black Walnut flooring. The accommodation is further complemented by dedicated utility and plant rooms, while dimmer-controlled lighting zones and sliding doors for summer ventilation provide tailored ambiance and comfort. The principal suite serves as a private sanctuary of light, complete with a dedicated dressing room with Italian fitted wardrobes and a sleek, spa-like en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, standalone bath, double basin, mosaic feature wall, and full mirror wall. The guest bedroom and bedroom five both benefit from private en-suite shower rooms, while the remaining two bedrooms share a well-appointed family bathroom. All rooms are thoughtfully positioned to ensure privacy for guests or family, each framing unique seasonal views of the wooded plot. Gardens and Grounds The gated property is situated at the end of a long, tree-lined private driveway, ensuring total seclusion within its 2 acres of gardens and surrounding woodland. The grounds are a meticulous blend of wild nature and curated formal elements, featuring floating timber decks that hover over the forest floor to create a sense of weightlessness. This design, combined with full-height glazing throughout the home, offers extensive wildlife views and seamlessly extends the living space into the outdoors. The estate is highly secure and technologically integrated, featuring phone-controlled smart electric gates, a comprehensive security camera and alarm system, and perimeter external lighting. Beyond the main residence, the estate includes nearly 1,000 square feet of versatile ancillary space. This includes a separate workshop/studio outbuilding and a substantial detached tripe garage (3-car capacity + space for garden tractors) equipped with a plant room and guest cloakroom. Location Located in the Chiltern Hills in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Situated in the prestigious hamlet of Little Hampden, with Great Missenden village located 2.7 miles away, and enjoys a range of local shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, as well as a mainline station into London Marylebone (39 minutes). Prestwood village, just 3 miles away provides further shops, restaurants and pubs. Specialised shopping and main line station to London Marylebone, with a fast train taking just 39 minutes, can be found at Great Missenden with more comprehensive shopping at the Eden shopping centre or Aylesbury approximately 8 miles away. Buckinghamshire is renowned for its excellent choice of state and independent schools including leading grammar schools such as Beaconsfield High for Girls, Dr Challoner's Boys Grammar School, Dr Challoner's High School for Girls and The Royal Grammar School as well as top private schools including Pipers Corner School, Wycombe Abbey, The Royal Masonic, Berkhamsted School, Harrow, Merchant Taylors and Eton. There are excellent local primary schools within the area too. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Council Tax Band: H Local Authority: Buckinghamshire Council EPC Rating: C