Why this one?


Rachel, the owner, is originally from rural England, & now lives in New York.  Although she loves big city living, she bought this house so she could still get her 'fix' of real England whenever she can.  Built a stone’s throw away from Henry VIII’s palace, along the banks of the river Thames, this old english cottage was most probably a workers cottage when it was built in 1760.  The cosy English pub a few doors down the road (serving great food and local beers) was built in 1456, and St Mary’s church opposite dates back to the 1500’s.  The age of local structures such as these is why this sleepy old English village, right next to
Hampton Court Palace, is a conservation area, boasting quintessential
​old English architecture and charm.  

Delightfully Renovated

Newly renovated, with a quirky twist influenced by both London and Manhattan living, the owner has enhanced the original Georgian period features, to make this home enticing and warm. 

Location

The cottage is located at the the end of a row of 6 identical ones (on the outside only!), on a quiet side-street, a short 10 minute stroll to the village of Hampton Court. With the nearby local pub, and East Molesely High Street just a few steps away, the location is hard to beat, giving you a great mix of country & city. 

House Amenities

The living room is super cosy, with a real log burning fireplace.  The dining room table seats 4 comfortably (extends to seat 6), with a patio door opening out on to the very private back garden. Both rooms retain the old world charm & character of the original structure, and are tastefully decorated.  By contrast, the bright and spacious kitchen is completely modern with all new appliances.  Upstairs are two bedrooms; a king and a queen, which sleep 4 adults comfortably, with hints of Georgian style.  There is a bathroom with shower, and the top of the range central heating system keeps the cottage warm with hot water 24/7 (versus the usual 'on demand' system many older cottages in this area have).  

The back garden is completely private and sheltered.  West facing, in the Summer the sun shines onto the back garden until it sets, creating a sun trap for alfresco eating and drinking.  The front garden allows for off road parking for one car on the drive, and one on the pavement behind the first car, free of any parking restrictions.
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