The Boathouses

Taplow, England, SL6 United Kingdom

One of only eight homes, this brand-new property demonstrates the best of modern architecture, with exceptional views of the River Thames. The wonderful four-bedroom sits on the bank of the Thames and unfolds over 2,948 sq ft.

Designed by the highly revered Lucarna, the home incorporates smart home technology, top-of-the-range kitchen equipment and modern bathrooms. Traditional touches like the rich oak floors create living spaces which are contemporary, yet elegant.

On the left, as you enter, you will find a generously proportioned sitting room. Towards the back of the property, you find the modern open-plan kitchen, living and dining room where impressive floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead onto the private garden and mooring. The kitchen has bespoke modular cabinets and integrated Miele and Siemens appliances are fitted throughout. There is also a utility room, a storage room and a guest WC.

The first floor has an ensuite principal bedroom that boasts stunning river views, the second bedroom also has an ensuite and there is also a family bathroom and an additional bedroom; a study, or fourth bedroom, completes the plan.

Taplow is a village surrounded by picturesque Buckinghamshire countryside yet exceptionally close to many Michelin-starred restaurants. Maidenhead is less than ten minutes away via car and has recently had a multimillion-pound regeneration of retail and entertainment facilities. There are also plenty of choices of excellent schools located nearby and Taplow is less than an hour away from London by train.