This recently renovated, beautifully finished apartment offers a great balance of space for everyday living and entertaining, exploiting wonderful views across the grounds.

The apartment has been completely renovated including new kitchen and bathroom, significant technical upgrades and custom internal wooden blinds on all the windows. All furnishings are new, right down to the bedding and towels and are available as part of the sale. This apartment is ready for someone to walk in, breathe a sigh of relief and begin living the Charters Estate lifestyle!

The entrance is suitably grand with walnut woodwork and polished chrome leading in to a large Carrera marble floored hallway. The apartment is cleverly designed with living areas to one side and bedrooms to the other, so there can always be a quiet area to relax.

To one side of the apartment there’s a large open plan kitchen with dining area leading to a living area with a fireplace and nook ideal as an office. Wall to wall, ceiling to floor glass overlooks the immaculate grounds with a balcony to enjoy the views, fresh air and quiet.

The kitchen is custom fitted with integrated Gaggenau and Siemens appliances, Corian worktops and splashbacks. Behind the kitchen is a separate utility room.

The other side of the apartment houses two double bedrooms, both with full height windows. The main suite includes a built-in wardrobe, dressing room and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and an integrated TV.

The second bedroom has built-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room.

The architects of Charters have achieved a rare blend of luxury and grandeur with comfortable functionality much valued by the distinguished residents.

Technology

Crestron home automation technology forms the basis for the in-apartment technology, including:

• Electric Underfloor heating
• Automated heating and air-cooling system
• Audio-visual
• Electronic lighting audio-visual controls

Crestron interfaces with a wide range of technology from other suppliers if required, such as Sonos.

Cat 5 cabling is installed throughout the apartments.

Parking

There are 2 allocated parking spaces in the secure underground car park. There is ample visitor parking.

Charters Estate 

An unrivalled lifestyle

Amidst 24 acres of beautifully manicured grounds sits Charters Estate, offering the rare combination of peace and tranquility with the highest standard of privacy and security.

“There are no such things as problems here. Life is easy and stress free”

Discretely located between Sunningdale and Sunninghill, Charters is within easy reach of London, Heathrow airport and the M25, M3 and M4 motorways. Closer to home, this area is renowned for superb restaurants, shops and world class recreational facilities including Wentworth Golf Club, Ascot race-course and Guards Polo Club.

For lazy days at home, Charters has private leisure facilities available to residents, and a Concierge service capable of organising most anything you may desire.

History

Charters has a rich history dating from the Art Deco era and the renovation to create the apartments and the new Garden House and Court blocks has stayed true to that. Indeed, the original architect of the listed building consulted with the developers on the building and renovation works.

Commissioned by Frank Parkinson in the late 1930s, the centrepiece of Charters Estate followed the Art Deco principle of ‘purposeful living’ and incorporated state of the art technology and finishes, some of which remain today.

Upon completion, Country Life lauded Charters as “One of the last great country houses to be built in Britain” and the “Blueprint for future country-house living”. Confirming its social status, Charters went on to play host to Sir Winston Churchill and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, post abdication.

In the early 2000s Charters underwent a significant renovation to create the apartments and lifestyle we see today.

The grounds and apartments pay homage to the Art Deco era. The original garden columns, now Grade II listed remain, while the new building interiors are finished with polished steel and illuminated etched glass. Charters remains a great country estate to be enjoyed at the highest of today’s standards.

Privacy & Security

Charters is a high security estate. Cameras around the perimeter are monitored by 24-hour on-site security and only the Concierge can admit guests who are in turn escorted to their hosts’ apartment.

This is a home for people to relax from the stresses and attentions of the outside world. Further details on security measures can be provided on request.

Leisure facilities

• 25 Metre indoor heated swimming pool
• Sauna & steam room
• Gym
• Tennis court
• Changing rooms with towels, robes and luxury toiletries
• Spa and therapy treatment room
• Billiards room
• Garden pavilion with BBQ and pizza oven

Estate Management

• The Estate is freehold with each owner having one share in the Management Company (SAPCL) managed by a full-time Estate Manager and employing around 20 staff
• The Directors of SAPCL are (volunteer) owners
• The Estate Manager works closely with all residents to ensure upgrades and services meet the evolving needs of all residents

Location 

Sunninghill in Berkshire is a quiet, sought-after village popular with discerning residents who value discretion.

With Sunningdale Golf Club, Wentworth Golf Club, Guards Polo Club and Ascot Racecourse all within 3 miles, Sunninghill offers year-round activities on the doorstep. Noteworthy dining and social spots include Coworth Park Hotel, Bluebells and Pazzia. Twenty minutes away is the village of Bray with The Fat Duck, The Waterside Inn, The Crown and Hinds Head Michelin starred restaurants.

For shopping, Sunninghill is a pretty, friendly village a short walk from Charters with a few independently owned shops, hairdressers and restaurants. Sunningdale is a mile away with boutiques, tailors, interior designers, cafes, a butcher and a Waitrose. Sunningdale also has a mainline train station, or if you prefer, a Rolls Royce dealership. For something a little sportier, nearby you’ll find a Maserati and Ferrari showroom, also in an Art Deco design and a McLaren showroom.

There are three garden centres nearby where you will variously find Bevans, voted the UKs best butcher, a Lakeland concession and other select brands.

Windsor Great Park is nearby, the 4500 acre park stretching to Windsor Castle. Within the park you’ll find Savill Garden, Virginia Water Lake and on the far side, The Long Walk. Windsor Great Park is ideal for beautiful English countryside walks, whatever the season.

Charters is popular with international buyers who value the internationally renowned schools nearby including The Sunningdale School with its impressive track record of securing places at Eton and Harrow. Papplewick, ACS International School and the Marist School are all on the doorstep.

Transport links

Road

A30: 0.7 miles

M3: 3.5 miles

M25: 6 miles

M4: 10 miles

Train

Sunningdale train station: 1 mile. Every 30 minutes – 51 minutes direct to Waterloo

Airport

London Heathrow: 10 miles

Seller Insight

Charters Estate is difficult to describe really, it’s unique so there’s nothing to compare it to. Once you’ve visited, it leaves a big impression. I’ve been visiting Charters Estate for 12 years now as a close relative lives here, and fell in love with the lifestyle. It’s such a relaxing place to be, so quiet and the grounds and facilities are fantastic, so I bought my own apartment here!

I have an office in London and travel extensively for work, being so close to Heathrow and an hour’s commute from the city has been invaluable, yet when I get home I feel a world away from the bustle, but still have excellent restaurants and bars nearby. This is an ideal place to relax and unwind, and great for entertaining.

The leisure facilities here are incredible for me and my guests, friends love coming to stay! I’ve made good use of the pool, gym and tennis court. The pavilion in the grounds is a great new addition for BBQs and parties, it can be privately booked and it’s heated so it works well year-round.

The open plan living area is just what I wanted, it works perfectly for me when I’m home alone and it’s brilliant for dinner parties. I have a wall of windows with one of the best views on the estate, so even during lockdown I still felt connected to the outdoors. I’d start my mornings with coffee on the balcony reading the news and started the day feeling fresh and relaxed.

I sometimes work abroad for extended periods and apartments here rent well, so it was a good investment as well as a home. When I was transferred overseas I rented the apartment out. I had it freshly decorated and fully furnished so everything is pretty much new! The return on investment is good and the estate attracts good quality tenants. The management team here are fantastic too so I don’t have to worry about the apartment or my tenants when I’m away.

My move overseas is now permanent so sadly I need to let the apartment go. I’ve no doubt whoever moves in will love it here, several residents love it so much they’ve bought multiple properties, which says a lot about the cache of the estate.