Bartletts Lane, Maidenhead, SL6

October Cottage is a delightful detached house, tucked away down a quiet, no-through lane backing onto grassland in a hugely popular village. There are footpaths from the doorstep and excellent amenities within the village itself. The house is believed to be Edwardian and still retains its period character, though it has been extensively modernised internally and is beautifully presented throughout. The kitchen is a particular highlight – it’s a lovely, light-filled room overlooking the rear garden and was updated in 2022 with McEvoy & Rowley cabinets, Karndean flooring and new appliances, so it feels fantastically modern. Other improvements include cosmetic redecoration and replastering, a new roof on the conservatory, oak flooring in the hall and reception rooms and solid oak doors. The accommodation is generously proportioned and comprises a sitting room, reception room and conservatory/dining room, a study, cloakroom with WC and the kitchen/breakfast room which has an adjoining utility room and pantry. Upstairs there are three good-size bedrooms (one en suite) and a fourth, smaller bedroom which accesses the loft room on the second floor and the eaves.

The cottage has a charming appearance, set behind a five-bar gate which opens to a tarmac driveway with space for several vehicles, as well as access to a detached garage. The front of the house supports a wisteria, which frames the front porch. The enclosed rear garden is accessed via a side gate, and is mostly lawned with mature shrubs and trees – including an impressive willow – around the boundary. A good-size terrace adjoining the house is a great spot for alfresco dining in the warmer months.

Situation

The village of Holyport is located south of Maidenhead, separated by green belt countryside giving it a rural feel. It has a number of local amenities including a butcher/delicatessen, cafe, newsagent, grocers, pharmacy and doctor's surgery, as well as a number of well-regarded pubs. There is a modern leisure centre at Braywick Park plus many community activities within the village itself including a Real Tennis Club, in addition to easy access to countryside walks and Bray Lake for water sports. Road links are very accessible via junction 8/9 for the M4 motorway & A404(M). Rail services to London Paddington are available from Maidenhead station (2.6 miles) which is on the Elizabeth line.