The Green, Loughton, Milton Keynes, MK5 8AW

A rare opportunity to acquire one of Buckinghamshire's most historically significant and versatile country homes, Little Loughton Manor seamlessly combines over 500 years of history with exceptional modern living. The magnificent Grade II* listed Manor House is complemented by a beautifully renovated two-bedroom cottage, a purpose-built triple garage, an extensive range of outbuildings and approximately 1.2 acres of private gardens and grounds.

Enjoying a secluded position just off the village green, yet only 1½ miles from Milton Keynes Central Station, the property offers direct rail services to London in approximately 32 minutes, creating an exceptional balance between rural tranquillity and city connectivity.

Step In - An impressive arched stone porch opens into a welcoming reception hall with flagstone flooring, staircase to the first floor and a guest cloakroom. The elegant drawing room is a superb principal reception room featuring an impressive stone fireplace with inset log burner, exposed ceiling beams and leaded bay windows providing dual aspects. An original period door connects to the sitting room, which enjoys garden views and direct access via double doors. Across the hall, the formal dining room provides an exceptional entertaining space with its own stone fireplace and traditional flagstone flooring. An inner hall leads through to study and the kitchen/breakfast room beyond. Rich in character, the kitchen features a remarkable original farmhouse dresser believed to date from the Georgian or Victorian period, together with an impressive fireplace housing a fully operational solid-fuel Rayburn. Modern conveniences are thoughtfully integrated, including granite worktops, extensive cabinetry, twin larder cupboards and quality Neff appliances comprising a hob, double oven and microwave. Exposed beams and flagstone floors further enhance its timeless appeal. Beyond the kitchen, a practical utility and boot room offers excellent storage together with space for laundry appliances and dishwasher. Two wall-mounted gas boilers serve the central heating system. The adjoining snug/TV room provides an additional comfortable family living space with access to the rear courtyard, cottage and garage.

First Floor A generous dual landing provides access to all bedrooms, bathrooms, a dressing room ursery and loft storage. The principal bedroom suite is particularly impressive, featuring exposed beams, original floorboards, a handsome stone fireplace and dual-aspect windows. The en-suite includes a freestanding roll-top bath, separate shower, twin wash basins, bidet, WC, heated towel rail and airing cupboard. A spacious guest bedroom also enjoys dual aspects and benefits from its own en-suite bathroom. Of exceptional historical importance, Bedroom Three contains rare surviving wall paintings believed to date from the 16th century, alongside exposed beams that further illustrate the property's remarkable heritage. Bedrooms Four and Five continue the period character with exposed timbers, original floorboards and attractive front-facing views. The family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.

Step Out - The Manor is approached via a gated private driveway leading to an extensive gravel courtyard with parking for numerous vehicles. The house sits proudly within approximately 1.2 acres of beautifully established gardens. Formal lawns, mature trees and box hedging frame the front elevation, while expansive lawns extend to a picturesque boundary brook. To one side lies The Orchard, a generous garden ideal for recreation, family enjoyment or horticultural pursuits. A range of traditional courtyard outbuildings provides additional storage, including an office'studio, workshop and garden machinery store. A substantial purpose-built triple garage offers clear-span accommodation with electric doors, heating, power, lighting and independent hot and cold water supplies, making it equally suited to vehicle storage, workshop use or hobby space.

Detached Cottage/Annex - Positioned discreetly behind the Manor House, the beautifully renovated detached cottage offers outstanding flexibility. Perfect as independent accommodation for extended family, guest lodging, a home office, holiday let or income-generating investment, it comprises: Entrance hall Sitting room Newly fitted kitchen with Bosch appliances Two bedrooms

En-suite WC Family bathroom

Gas-fired central heating Gardens & Grounds

History - First recorded in the Domesday Book, Little Loughton Manor has been home to a succession of notable families whose stories are woven into England's history. The earliest recorded owners were the Loughton family, descendants of William the Conqueror. In 1467 the Manor passed to Richard, Earl Rivers, uncle to the Princes in the Tower through his relationship with the wife of Edward IV. Significant alterations were undertaken in 1570 by Valentine and Anne Piggott, whose initials remain carved into the porch stonework. Piggott's second wife served as Chancellor of the Exchequer under both Elizabeth I and James I. The Manor was acquired by the Crane family in 1612. John Crane supplied the Royal Household and Fleet during the reign of Elizabeth I and, during the Civil War, was fined £1,000 after being captured for failing to reside at the property. Originally constructed as a medieval hall house in the 15th century with substantial additions during the first half of the 17th century, Little Loughton Manor is now recognised as a Grade II* listed building (Reference 1332300). Throughout the house are exceptional period features including magnificent stone fireplaces, original oak doors, mullioned windows, exposed timbers and rare 16th-century wall paintings.

Cost/ Charges/ Property Information - Tenure: Freehold. Local Authority: Milton Keynes City Council Council Tax Band: Main House Band H. Council Tax Band: Annex/Cottage is Band B.

Little Loughton Manor represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished country residence of outstanding architectural and historical importance. Combining magnificent period features with flexible ancillary accommodation, extensive outbuildings and excellent transport links to London, the property is ideally suited as a prestigious family home, multi-generational residence or lifestyle property with significant income-generating potential.

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