Little Orchard is situated in the hamlet of Skittle Green, a small rural settlement within the parish of Bledlow. The property benefits from a network of countryside footpaths linking to neighbouring villages and direct access to the nearby Phoenix Trail, positioned at the foot of the picturesque western edge of the Chiltern Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering rolling countryside and scenic walking routes.
The village of Bledlow lies approximately 2.5 miles from Princes Risborough and enjoys a strong sense of community with amenities including a historic parish church, the well-regarded The Lions of Bledlow public house, an active village activities group and a cricket club. For outdoor enthusiasts, there is direct access to The Ridgeway National Trail, providing extensive opportunities for walking and cycling. A regular bus service operates from Bledlow Village Hall to Princes Risborough Station, offering convenient rail connections for commuters.
THE PROPERTY
This versatile bungalow has been significantly extended to create bright and flexible living accommodation, centred around a superb open-plan kitchen and dining space. The extension features a vaulted cedar ceiling and a striking full-height glazed gable, perfectly framing uninterrupted views across open countryside. The kitchen is fitted with integrated oven and induction hob with spaces for further appliances, complemented by a Hwam log-burning stove and porcelain tiled flooring.
Planning consent remains in place to convert the loft, offering the potential to create two additional bedrooms and a bathroom, further enhancing the already generous accommodation. The layout includes an entrance hall, four bedrooms and a contemporary family shower room, refitted in 2024. The principal bedroom enjoys a triple aspect with fitted shutters to two elevations and benefits from an en-suite shower room.
The sitting room is dual aspect with a working fireplace and stripped wood flooring, providing a comfortable and characterful reception space. A boarded loft space, accessed via ladder and fitted with light, offers useful additional storage.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a generous driveway providing ample parking in front of a single garage. The wrap-around gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and beautifully interspersed with wildflower areas, mature stocked borders, hedging, brick walling and post-and-wire fencing. The setting enjoys uninterrupted views across adjoining fields and open countryside, providing a high degree of privacy and a strong rural feel. There are several well-positioned sunny seating and dining areas to both the front and rear, ideal for outdoor living and entertaining in a tranquil environment.
EPC RATING D
COUNCIL TAX BAND F
POSTCODE HP27 9PJ
