About this property

Erstwhile home of Giles Kershaw; the outstanding Antarctic pilot who supported Sir Ranulph Fiennes's expeditions, this is a highly unusual and fascinating barn conversion with a wealth of historical features and interesting details. NO ONWARD CHAIN.

Believed to have been built in the 17th century as part of Desburga Farm, the barn was converted to a residential dwelling in the 1970s. Set back from the road, access is gained via a pair of wooden gates. The moment one steps through the front door, one is overwhelmed by a sense of history witnessed by an abundance of exposed beams, dwarf walls and oak doors. The solid oak banister rising from the family room came from the stables and there is a huge inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove; a focal point in the family room. The dining room and sitting room are dual aspect and thanks to French doors in the sitting room and kitchen, there is good use of natural light. The kitchen features built-in appliances including an AEG oven and De Dietrich induction hob. The utility room adjoins. Rising to the first floor via the mezzanine study area and galleried landing, there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom is dual aspect, has an en suite shower room and a walk-in wardrobe. The eastern wing of the house may serve as a self-contained annexe. It comprises a 15' x 14' sitting room with a wood-burning stove, kitchen, utility room, two bedrooms (one of which is currently used as a study) and a shower room.

Outside
There is room to park seven cars as well as a double garage with a spacious office above. It still houses the large fitted desk and map drawers installed during Giles Kershaw's residency. The south-facing gardens are delightful with a couple of ideal spots for al fresco dining, including the decked area beneath a wisteria-clad pergola. There is a pond towards the bottom of the garden and plantings include rhododendrons, a fig tree and two African bean trees.

Situation
Walters Ash is a sought-after Buckinghamshire village adjacent to Naphill and set high in the Chilterns with fabulous scenery and plenty of scope for walking. There is a nearby Post Office, a number of small shops, a tennis club and several pubs. The village hall plays host to quiz nights and classes such as pilates, contributing towards a thriving sense of community. Comprehensive shopping facilities can be found in Princes Risborough (4.6 m) and High Wycombe (5 m). Both towns provide rail access to London Marylebone in approx. 40 and 30 minutes respectively. Buckinghamshire is renowned for its state (including grammar) and private education and this property falls within the catchment area for the Wycombe grammar schools, details of which may be obtained from the local authority.

Additional Information
Council tax band G

Detached five bedroom with the accommodation totalling 4098 Sq Ft

Self-contained annexe

Double garage with office above

Attractive Chilterns village

Steeped in history and architectural interest

Mature gardens with pond

NO ONWARD CHAIN

Additional information

• Detached five bedroom with the accommodation totalling 4098 Sq Ft
• Self-contained annexe
• Double garage with office above
• Attractive Chilterns village
• Steeped in history and architectural interest
• Mature gardens with pond
• NO ONWARD CHAIN

Key information

Council Tax Band: 6

Tenure: Freehold

Energy Performance Certificate