Listed for £3,500,000
March 18, 2026
Sold for £2,050,000
2007
Sold for £615,000
1997
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Thornbie House sits at the end of a private road, tucked away in a fabulously secluded position. The plot is well sheltered by mature trees for privacy yet has direct access out onto the Thames Path, providing a fast pedestrian route to the station and across the river to Cock Marsh Nature Reserve and Winter Hill – both excellent places for walking, with stunning views over the surroundings.
The house is approached over an expansive gated driveway, with the added benefit of intercom access. There is parking for a substantial number of cars in addition to a triple garage. The gardens to the rear of the house are beautifully landscaped, with specimen trees such as impressive palms, magnolia and abundant shrubs around the borders. The views of the garden can be enjoyed from a number of seating areas, including a covered loggia adjoining the house and a fabulous partly-walled terrace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. An expansive lawn leads down to a hedged boundary and a secure access gate across the footpath to a second lawned riverside garden, which adjoins the northern bank of the river Thames. There are magnificent views across the water and access to the river via the home’s private 130 ft mooring.
Location
The property is located in one of the finest positions along the riverbank, in the thriving village of Bourne End, with its charming marina only a few hundred metres along the river Thames path. The position provides direct water frontage with views over the river towards Cock Marsh.
Popular with London commuters, young families and retirees alike, the village amenities provide for everyday needs, with a station to London Paddington (via connection at Maidenhead). In addition to the many sailing clubs and societies, there are plentiful cafes and restaurants including a tapas bar, coffee shops and two pubs.
The nearby towns of Beaconsfield, Marlow and Maidenhead offer wider shopping and facilities, with an eclectic mix of independent and national retailers. Just outside the village, the area opens onto glorious Green Belt rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Outdoor pursuits are numerous, such as sailing, rowing, golf, football, cricket and rugby. Schooling around the area is renowned with a number of state, grammar and private options including Sir William Borlases’ Grammar and Great Marlow School in Marlow, Danesfield School, John Hampden Grammar and Wycombe Abbey in High Wycombe, and Herries Prep in Cookham Dean.
For commuters, Bourne End station (0.4 miles) provides a superb link to Maidenhead, with London Paddington accessible in as little as 40 minutes. Maidenhead (11 mins from Bourne End station) provides the Elizabeth Line, a superb link to The City and Canary Wharf. The M40 London-bound is accessed at Junction 3, being 4 miles away; the M4 is about nine miles away at Junction 8/9. M40 Junction 4 Oxford bound 5 miles away.
Square Footage: 7,441 sq ft
Directions
From Bourne End station head northwest along the A4155 and at the roundabout take the first exit onto The Parade. Take the first left onto Wharf Lane and continue to the end of the road. Turn left onto Donkey Lane, a private road. Thornbie House will be found at the end of Donkey Lane.
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