Tuesday 18 January 2011

Period House in Buckinghamshire

This house dates back to the 16th century and it is thought to be the oldest property on the street. It has an acre of landscaped garden and a giant yew tree that probably pre-dates the house itself. It is located in Buckinghamshire, only about half an hour from London by train.

Freelance TV director, Wendy Arnot and her husband Geoff say about it: ‘The house was fantastic: it had been so beautifully renovated by the previous owners we knew we wouldn’t have to do anything immediately, rather take our time making it our own.’ Geoff continues: ‘The garden, though, is what sold it to me: the owners had put so much time and money turning it into an oasis, separated into different zones, with a pond here, a pergola there; and dotted around are various outbuildings that we knew would come in handy.’

Renovations since moving in have been kept to a minimum: they’ve repaired original oak doors, widened the drive and added security gates, and built a small oak porch to the side entrance; they’ve also enhanced the bathroom.

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Photography by Brent Darby
Styling by Sian Williams
All images and information from here.

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5 comments:

  1. My dearest Kifus,
    I am so sorry that it is so long ago I visited you!! It is nog because I forget you but I am so busy that I don't find the time to visit other blogs for the moment! Only the people who ask me or email me , I have answered! But I promis to vitit you more often in future because you know I looovvveee your blog! I always find the most inspirational pictures!
    This house of today reminds me of the Belgian style, really!!! It is very charming!
    Thank you for sharing! Now I am off to see your earlier posts!
    A big hug!
    xx
    Greet

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  2. Oh, wow, I didn't know you were back posting and I have been looking at those I follow through google reader--somehow I missed yours! Must depend on when you post and when I am looking! I will have to come back when I get a chance to see what I have missed. I am just now getting ready for a walk. I have a far way to go on our condo experiment, but yes, we are sticking to the white walls, and it is partly due to my hubby wanting me to try it. It does make for more flexibility!

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  3. I agree with Greet, this house looks like the Beligan houses.
    Love your post.
    Hugs.
    Tereza

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  4. Ps The brick and wood section looks so cozy.

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  5. Wow, that's a very adorable and nice home! It indeed looks a bit like a Belgium home. It looks very comfortable and a joy to live in!

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