Frances Avenue, Maidenhead, SL6 8NX

Originally built in the early 1960's and subsequently extended, White Gates presents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a substantial detached family home in an enviable riverside setting, with excellent potential to modernise, remodel or further develop, subject to the necessary consents. Approached through attractive white wrought-iron gates, the gravel driveway provides generous off-road parking and leads to a detached single garage. The pretty front garden is partially laid to lawn with an established specimen cooking apple tree standing proudly. A semi-circle of steps rise to the welcoming entrance porch and front door.

Inside, a spacious entrance hall provides excellent coat and storage space, with original terrazzo flooring, a mirrored alcove and hardwood staircase rising to the first floor. A modernised ground floor shower room serves as both the guest cloakroom and shower room for the downstairs bed four/study. The principal reception room is particularly appealing, with original parquet flooring, a bay window creating a natural reading nook, French doors opening towards the garden and distinctive porthole windows. A coal open fireplace with ceramic tiled hearth adds further character. The adjoining room provides an additional flexible living space and direct connection with the garden.

The generous dining room is ideal for entertaining, with a large picture window overlooking the rear garden. The spacious open-plan kitchen/diner features a range of wall and floor-mounted cabinetry, breakfast bar, L-shaped island, double sink with garden outlook, freestanding oven/hob and ceramic tiled flooring. A dedicated area provides the perfect space for a round breakfast table, alongside plumbing for a washing machine. The floor-standing boiler, serviced annually, is also discreetly housed here. A patio door opens directly onto the rear terrace. Finally, the ground floor also provides a versatile fourth bedroom or study, with fitted storage and windows overlooking the front and side of the property with easy access to the ground floor guest shower room facilities.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom is a generous dual-aspect room with a dedicated dressing area, double fitted wardrobes and useful under-eaves storage. Two further double bedrooms enjoy lovely views across the established rear gardens. The first-floor landing also provides space for a home office or study area, alongside a family bathroom with bath with electric shower, wash basin, WC, mirrored cabinet and heated towel rail.

One of White Gates’ most compelling features is its beautifully established south-facing garden, lovingly created and nurtured by the current owner. A raised rear terrace, accessed from both the kitchen and principal reception room, provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. Beyond, a level lawn is framed by mature trees, established shrubs and colourful borders, with spring daffodils, lavender and mature apple, pear and walnut trees. A charming pergola walkway, draped in trumpet vines, leads to a further dining terrace – a delightful spot for relaxing and entertaining. A generous side hardstanding, with a useful shed and originally designed for boat storage, complements the property’s proximity to the River Thames, offering boating, sailing, riverside walks and an excellent choice of sporting and leisure facilities.. The area is also renowned for its exceptional dining, with celebrated establishments including The Waterside Inn, The Fat Duck, The Hinds Head, The Crown, Roux at Skindles and The Boathouse at Boulters Lock, the latter within walking distance.

Maidenhead and Taplow stations provide excellent mainline connections into London, with the Elizabeth Line offering direct access to the West End, City and Canary Wharf. The M4 and A404 provide convenient road connections towards Heathrow, Reading, Windsor and beyond. Families are particularly well served by a strong selection of highly regarded schools across both the state and independent sectors, including Newlands Girls’ School, Herries, St Piran’s, Claires Court, Caldicott and Sir William Borlase Grammar School. Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Band G Local Authority: Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead