Building record 1488600000 - 17 Upper Street, Quainton

Substantial Edwardian building which is shown on historic maps of the village as having being
located within sizable grounds. The plot has subsequently been subdivided and developed. Large
two storey building, the principle elevation of which faces away from the road, to take advantage of
the magnificent views to the south. Part of the rear elevation and rear wing of the building are
visible from the road. Both sit beneath steeply pitched hipped roofs laid in slate. Tall elegant
external brick chimney visible on left hand gable (facing). Ceiling heights within the main range are
clearly high, which combined with elegant timber sash windows must create well-proportioned and
well illuminated internal spaces. Small hipped enclosed porch to rear wing. The building is
rendered and painted. The building is significant because it is a substantial and relatively high
status example of Edwardian development within the village. Historically, the subdivision of the
grounds of 17, Upper Street, marked the beginning of substantial modern development along the
Winwood Drive. Local Heritage Asset in conservation area (1).