Approached via a sweeping gravel drive, the house has the balanced proportions associated with older country homes, with white-rendered elevations, shuttered windows and a deep clay-tiled roof. Mature trees and expansive lawns create a strong sense of privacy, giving the setting an established and secluded feel. Inside, the house has been carefully reworked in recent years, with a layout designed around modern family life. The ground floor centres around a large open-plan kitchen and living sp...