Strawberry Vale, Twickenham, TW1 4SJ

A once in a generation family home in one of Twickenham's sought-after riverside locations.

Description

Offered to market for the first time in 44 years, Waterton House is an exceptional six bedroom Victorian detached riverside home presenting an extraordinarily rare opportunity to acquire one of the few remaining Thames side double fronted homes on Strawberry Vale.

Occupying an enviable position directly on the banks of the River Thames, the property enjoys extensive mature grounds, outstanding privacy and breath-taking open views of the river. Approached via an impressive carriage driveway set back from the road, the house exudes character and grandeur, offering substantial accommodation cherished by the same family for more than four decades.

The property offers immense potential for further modernisation or enhancement subject to the necessary consents. Beneath the house extensive cellars offer further versatile storage or potential for additional use.

The principal residence comprises a grand entrance with large welcoming hallway. The formal drawing rooms are positioned across the rear of the house providing exceptional lateral entertaining space, all with doors opening out to the gardens, The library provides a calm retreat from the main activities in the house. The conservatory featuring an indoor pool is located at the far side of the house with direct access to the garden. The dining kitchen is to the west with a laundry room off the rear hallway served by the rear staircase. A guest shower room completes the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs there are six double bedrooms, two of which have principal suites and commanding double width balconies with open views of the extensive grounds and river. A guest shower room and bathroom serve the bedrooms.

Complementing the main house is a superb self-contained two bedroom annexe formerly the coach house, complete with its own kitchen and bathroom, making it ideal for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or staff quarters.

The gardens are a real highlight, with wide expanse of lawn and mature borders. The river could easily be made accessible via a private pontoon and there is a punting shelf formerly used by the vendor.

Set within remarkable riverside gardens this is truly a special opportunity to purchase a home of this calibre.

Location

Strawberry Vale is located on the Thames. The closest train station is Strawberry Hill which is approximately 0.6 miles away and provides links to London Waterloo via Richmond or Wimbledon. Local bus services run from approximately 0.2 miles away and offer direct links to Teddington High Street, Hampton, and Twickenham.

Nearby Twickenham train station approx. 1.2 miles away,provides a fast service and direct service into London Waterloo, which takes approximately twenty-five minutes.

Teddington High Street is approximately 0.6 miles from the property. Twickenham provides you with the best of both worlds with efficient transport links and picturesque green spaces including Radnor Gardens and Twickenham Green. The High Street offers a range supermarkets, shops, and restaurants. While Church Street is home to boutique shops, and cafes. There is an array of entertainment venues including museums, theatres, and Twickenham Stadium, home of England Rugby.

The surrounding area is well suited for family life with numerous recreational facilities, fabulous golf courses, riding stables, and local sports teams. The much acclaimed Lensbury Club is easily accessible by car or public transport from the property. The renown private sports club provides an extensive range of sailing and leisure facilities.

Teddington Lock is approximately 0.8 miles away from the property which provides a link across the river to the Ham Lands. This stunning nature reserve offers 72 hectares to explore. Bushey Park the second largest of London's Royal Parks is approximately 1.4 miles from the property providing scenic walks.

The local schools include Newlands House, Radnor House, Waldegrave Girls, St Catherine's, St James's, The Mall, Teddington School, Hampton Boys and Lady Eleanor Holles.

Square Footage: 6,878 sq ft

Additional Info

Please note that the annexe has a separate EPC with a rating of 54, with the potential of 75.