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A 21st century contemporary country mansion in a spectacular riverside setting Medmenham Court has been designed as a luxury contemporary home drawing inspiration from the classic Arts and

3 A 21st century contemporary country mansion in a spectacular riverside setting Medmenham Court has been designed as a luxury contemporary home drawing inspiration from the classic Arts and Crafts era, on the banks of the River Thames. Its eye-catching design fuses internal and external spaces and incorporates an exceptional array of energy efficient and sustainable features.

A unique design The appearance and materials of this highly sustainable home have been carefully developed to create a contemporary design which is innovative, inviting and sensitive to the

4 A unique design The appearance and materials of this highly sustainable home have been carefully developed to create a contemporary design which is innovative, inviting and sensitive to the surrounding landscape. The height, length and width of the main building is fitting for its stunning surroundings and the use of natural timber, glass and zinc allow this landmark home to successfully integrate with the immediate environment. The form, orientation and design harmonise with the existing landscape, which will encourage future occupants to enjoy the beautiful landscape setting. The building s appearance complements and responds positively to its surroundings. The eastern and western elevations effectively blend the building into the landscape when seen from a distance. The two longitudinal elevations (north and south) are designed with a feeling of openness and are pleasantly screened by layered timber shading. Such layers support the building s design ethos to provide virtually no visual impact from key views into the site, whilst presenting a softly contemporary modern appearance. This allows the design to contribute to the visual amenities of the surroundings and work confidently with the local building forms and landscapes. A dominant feature of the design is the roof, which is formed from two contrasting elements. Over the wings is an extensive sedum roof, a living green blanket which slopes downwards towards the ground at the ends. This green roof is designed to mitigate rain water discharge rates via its natural water retention, absorption properties, and the effects of evaporation. Over the central section, there are a series of slender planes which provide overhangs for solar shading. These planes are wing like and give the building its distinctive dynamic appearance. The plan is orientated to optimise natural lighting this will afford greater light levels to all areas, thus minimising the requirement for artificial lighting. Sun-pipes have been incorporated to further reduce lighting requirements and energy loads, and they support the low energy ethos. Reducing solar gain and improving energy efficiency is achieved through large roof overhangs and louvre blades. Wherever possible, exposed thermal mass will be used for floors and walls to absorb heat in summer and reduce the cooling load. Heat and energy will be recovered and reused wherever possible to further reduce energy consumption and CO 2 emissions.

6 + The setting Medmenham Court is a rare opportunity to create a 21st century country house in a N riverside setting. Formal gardens Parking Artist s impression of main gate A mature tree-lined private driveway leads to the site, which occupies an elevated setting with river views. Stables Formal gardens Pool Tennis court Extending to 44.9 acres in total, the site also has secondary access into the village of Pond Medmenham. There is a public footpath running to the Pond south of the site along the river. RIVER THAMES

Accommodation sq ft sq m Ground floor 13,740 1,276 First floor 14,500 1,347 3,830 356 32,070 2,979 Second floor Total Entrance Entrance Grand Grand hall hall Study + library Study + library Stable

8 Accommodation sq ft sq m Ground floor 13,740 1,276 First floor 14,500 1,347 3, ,070 2,979 Second floor Total Entrance Entrance Grand Grand hall hall Study + library Study + library Stable yard Stable yard Garage court Garage court Kitchen Kitchen Orangery Orangery Gallery Gallery Drawing Drawing room room Grand Grand ballroom ballroom Cinema Cinema Cinema Cinema Dining Dining hall hall Pool Pool Ground floor Staff Staff tion accommodation acco c ommodation cco acco c ommodation cco tion accommodation Terrace Terrace Staff accommodation acco ac c ommodation cco o Staff ti accommodation acco ac c ommodation cco o ti First floor Guest Guest suite suite 2 2 Staff Staff aatio accommodation acco accommoda tio tion tio o accommodation accommoda acco aatio tio tion tio o Minstrels nstree Minstrels nstree gallery gallery Gym Gym 7 7 Guest Guest suite suite Terrace Terrace Staff Staff aatio accommodation accommoda ttion tio ion on accommodation accommoda aatio ttion tio ion on

9 8 7 Roof Terrace Roof terrace Master bed Master Suite 9 Suite 9 Master bed Master Suite 10 Suite 6 Roof Terrace Second floor Roof

10 On a unique stretch of the Thames Medmenham Court is set in the rural heart of the Thames Valley, and offers an unrivalled quality of life. The property lies almost equidistant between the beautiful towns of Henley-on-Thames and Marlow, and is a convenient 35 miles from London. Marlow has a huge variety of amenities and sporting activities on the doorstep. Local golf clubs include: Harleyford Golf, Temple Club, Hatton Golf and Bisham Abbey. Both towns enjoy a historic High Street and a wealth of shops, boutiques, cafés and celebrated nearby eateries. These include The Compleat Angler and Michelin-starred restaurants The Hand and Flowers at Marlow, The Fat Duck at Bray and The Sir Charles Napier in Chinnor. Approached from the Henley Road, which links Marlow with Medmenham, Medmenham Court is close to Danesfield House, a magnificent four star hotel / restaurant and spa. Schools in the area include Eton, Wellington, Shiplake, Bradfield and Pangbourne Colleges, Wycombe Abbey, St Piran s in Maidenhead and Davenies in Beaconsfield. Henley-on-Thames Opposite: Henley Festival The Fat Duck, Bray The Hand & Flowers, Marlow Danesfield House, Medmenham

12 Directions Medmenham Court is accessed from the A404, which links Maidenhead and M4 J8/9 with M40 J4. TO OXFORD M40 J4 M40 TO LONDON Take the A4155 Henley Road which is reached via Little Marlow Road and West Street. After the Dog & Badger Public House in Medmenham, the entrance to the property is on your left after Ferry Lane. THE CHILTERN HILLS A404 By road M40 J4 7 miles M4 J8/9 12 miles Marlow Henley London Heathrow Oxford 4 miles 5 miles 24 miles 30 miles HAMBLEDEN MARLOW WEST ST LITTLE MARLOW RD TO BOURNE END RAIL TO MAIDENHEAD London Birmingham 38 miles 97 miles HENLEY ROAD DOG & BADGER PH FERRY LANE MEDMENHAM A4155 DANESFIELD HOUSE HOTEL R E I V R S T H A M E By rail Marlow / Maidenhead 22 minutes HENLEY Marlow / London Paddington 50 minutes TO READING AND M4 J10/J11 SAT NAV POSTCODE SL7 2HD TO MAIDENHEAD AND M4 J8/9

TO OXFORD BIRMINGHAM M40 J4 M40 M25 MARLOW J16 MEDMENHAM HENLEY A4155 A404 SLOUGH TO BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT SAT NAV POSTCODE SL7 2HD MAIDENHEAD A404M M4 J15 J4 HEATHROW AIRPORT (every 15

13 TO OXFORD BIRMINGHAM M40 J4 M40 M25 MARLOW J16 MEDMENHAM HENLEY A4155 A404 SLOUGH TO BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT SAT NAV POSTCODE SL7 2HD MAIDENHEAD A404M M4 J15 J4 HEATHROW AIRPORT (every 15 mins from Paddington) WATERLOO PADDINGTON LONDON A4 READING A329M J8/9 M4 J12 J11 J10 TO NEWBURY SWINDON BRISTOL J2/12 BRACKNELL A322 J8 M25 TO SOUTHAMPTON AIRPORT J6 A33 M3 J3 GATWICK AIRPORT M23 TO WINCHESTER SOUTHAMPTON BASINGSTOKE TO BRIGHTON

14 The site is for sale, freehold, with the benefit of two planning consents: A residential consent for a contemporary country mansion as detailed in these particulars. The final design can be influenced by the purchaser A B1 commercial consent as described at Cliff Jackson cjackson@lsh.co.uk Terms of sale On application from the joint agents. James Crawford james.crawford@knightfrank.com Nicholas Brown nicholas.brown@knightfrank.com medmenhamcourt.com Knight Frank and Lambert Smith Hampton for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that: 1. The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees and do not constitute nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use or occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 3. No person in the employment of Knight Frank and Lambert Smith Hampton has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Unless otherwise stated the terms exclude VAT. January indentdesign.co.uk

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