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" This Grade II listed cottage, dating from the mid 17th century, has been thoroughly refurbished and extended in recent years whilst retaining many original features to create a wonderfully atmospheric and inviting home. The front door leads directly into the dining room with a magnificent inglenook fireplace and open hearth. Shutters to the windows give privacy and the floor is engineered oak, which continues through the ground floor. A pretty latched door with stained glass panel leads past the utility room, which includes base units with granite surfaces, a stainless steel sink, plumbing for washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. Off the utility room is a guest cloakroom with wc and hand basin. The kitchen has been meticulously planned to provide a generous range of painted units with light granite surfaces, integral fridge and freezer, dishwasher and a Rangemaster professional cooker. There is a double larder cupboard, deep storage drawers and pull-out recycling bins. The kitchen also benefits from under floor heating, inset lighting and a small window to the exterior. Beyond the kitchen is the superbly extended sitting room. It has a vaulted ceiling with Velux windows, a wood burner set on a brick hearth with adjacent log store, and folding doors across the width of the rear to allow access onto the terrace and garden. From the inner lobby, a latched door conceals the stairs leading to the first floor. The master bedroom has a front aspect, an original open fireplace, window shutters two double wardrobes and additional storage. The second double bedroom has views to the rear over the garden and a built in wardrobe. The bathroom is very attractive, retaining exposed brickwork and beams but with modern white fittings, including a bath with hand held shower, a walk in shower with glass screen, WC and basin with tiled under floor heating. A latched door to a further staircase leads to the third double bedroom with eaves storage.

Situation
The historic market town of Amersham enjoys an idyllic setting in the heart of the Chilterns. Within the town is a variety of renowned restaurants, cafes and bars together with boutique clothing shops. There is also a Tesco superstore within half a mile. The area is also noted for its excellent schools, with the property falling within catchment for St Mary's Primary and Dr Challoners Grammar Schools. For the commuter, Amersham train station provides Metropolitan Line services to Baker Street and The City and Chiltern line services to Marylebone. London and Heathrow can be accessed via junction 2 of the M40 (Beaconsfield) or the M25 at junction 18 (Chorleywood), both of which are within 7 miles.

Outside
The property is located in the wide area of Amersham High Street, surrounded by similarly historic houses. The garden is an enchanting feature, beautifully landscaped and maintained, with a pergola and weeping willow. Brick paths weave down to the River Misbourne with a decked area on the bank. "