Location

Temple is a small hamlet about two miles from the riverside town of Marlow, which offers a superb range of retailers with an eclectic mix of local independent and national names. There are numerous bars, cafes and restaurants dotted around the town offering destinations for any occasion. The town itself is situated on the banks of the river Thames and the Thames Path follows the river through the town.

Just outside Marlow, the area opens out to glorious rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Outdoor pursuits are numerous, as are golf, football, cricket and rugby clubs.

Being a popular location for young families, Marlow offers numerous schooling ranging from prep schools to secondary schools, such as Sir William Borlase's Grammar School and Great Marlow School.

For commuters, the town has a train station to Paddington (via Maidenhead, with the new Elizabeth Line operating), with fast trains also accessible from High Wycombe providing a 25-minute journey into London Marylebone. The M40/M4 motorways are accessed from the A404 which passes the town.

Description

With a very special setting backing onto a quiet stretch of the river Thames, this semi-detached cottage is the perfect escape. The house is situated in the highly regarded village of Temple, where life is mostly centred around the river, yet just two miles from Marlow and its station and closer still to the A404 dual carriageway which connects to the M40 and M4 motorways. The charming home is attractively presented in neutral tones with a number of character features; it has been well maintained though is a little dated internally and would benefit from cosmetic modernisation – providing the perfect project for the new owner.

A glazed porch opens to an entrance hall, a storage cupboard and a cloakroom with WC, with the rest of the ground floor open plan, making it feel fantastically bright and light-filled. At the front of the house, a kitchen leads to a dining area and the sitting area at the rear, where there are French windows opening to the lovely garden. Upstairs the two double bedrooms are a good size: the principal bedroom is en suite and also has its own private balcony. There is also a further family bathroom.

The semi-detached cottage is approached via a paved driveway with space for two cars, bordered by a tree and a bank of lavender. A side gate leads to the rear garden which offers a stunning reveal, with the long garden leading down to the banks of the river Thames, over which there are beautiful views. Mature trees and hedges to either side create privacy around the patio terrace, which is a delightful spot for enjoying dining alfresco in the warmer months. There is also a separate paved area on the riverbank where there is also a mooring.

Directions

From the town centre in Marlow, head away from the High Street over the suspension bridge and continue along Bisham Road for about a mile. As you pass Bisham Abbey, take the next right hand turning onto Temple Lane. Follow along, meandering until the lane travels alongside the river Thames to the right; follow for about a quarter of a mile where the house can be found on the right hand side of the road.