Notre Maison - 'Our Home' - is a distinctive expression of French country elegance, created with exceptional attention to detail and an unmistakable sense of place.
Behind a beautifully established private hedge, a handsome garden entrance leads into a secluded world where French-inspired architecture, exceptional craftsmanship and a magnificent garden come together to create something genuinely special.
Set on a generous 929sqm allotment, just moments from the heart of Trentham, Notre Maison brings together the romance and warmth of a French farmhouse with the comfort, efficiency and refinement of a contemporary home.
From the moment you arrive, there is an immediate sense of privacy. Precision-trimmed hedges frame lush lawns and garden pathways, while mature silver birch and ornamental pear trees create a beautiful canopy overhead. Carefully considered garden rooms unfold around the home, with a charming garden summer house providing a wonderful centrepiece.
The residence itself is a study in understated French style; built by renowned local builders Massina Construction. Stone-style dry-pressed brickwork, timber lintels, paneled timber shutters and decorative chandeliers establish an authentic country aesthetic, complemented by a restrained palette of creamy whites, soft neutrals and natural timber.
Inside, three-metre ceilings and polished concrete floors create an impressive sense of volume and light. The generous open-plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the heart of the home, designed equally for relaxed everyday living and effortless entertaining.
The gourmet kitchen is beautifully appointed around a substantial white stone island, with a walk-in pantry, extensive soft-close cabinetry, integrated dishwasher and country-style, porcelain, double sink. At its centre is the exceptional Falcon dual-range cooker, hand-built by AGA in the UK - a fitting centrepiece for a kitchen of this calibre.
The living room captures the warmth and character of the home, with textured dado walls, padded window seats, full-length muslin curtains and the comfort of a substantial Jøtul wood heater.
Three sets of French doors open directly to the north-facing artisan brick-paved terrace, where ornamental grapes climb the timber pergola. It is an inviting setting for long lunches, afternoon drinks and relaxed entertaining, with the garden providing a beautiful backdrop in every season.
Accommodation comprises three bedrooms, with two sharing an ensuite bathroom to create a wonderfully private master bedroom wing. A versatile additional space provides the option of a study, guest bedroom - second living zone, while the second bathroom and European laundry add everyday practicality.
The garden continues to impress beyond the terrace. Tuscan stone and brick-edged pathways weave around the residence, connecting the various garden spaces and leading to the substantial 8m x 6m insulated garage. With direct internal access, remote entry, an enclosed workshop, water trough and extensive storage, it is as practical as it is substantial. A separate woodshed provides further storage for timber and garden equipment.
Importantly, the beauty of Notre Maison is matched by its environmental credentials. Double-glazed European windows and doors, a 7.4-star energy rating, R5 and R3.5 insulation, 6.5kW solar electricity and solar hot water provide comfort and efficiency throughout the seasons, complemented by reverse-cycle heating and cooling.
Yet ultimately, it is the feeling of Notre Maison that sets it apart.
Private behind its established hedges, beautifully framed by mature gardens and filled with authentic French-inspired detail, this is a home that feels wonderfully removed from the everyday while remaining close to everything that makes Trentham such a desirable place to live.
