Out for a solo walk, she passed by the Druid’s Temple on the Swinton Estate and carried on down taking in a sensational view that was to prove life-changing. “I saw a pretty house in the most beautiful location overlooking a reservoir and before I knew it I found myself walking up the drive. It felt like the house was pulling me towards it,” says Amanda.
They have also transformed the coach house into living space and, having worked in interior design, Amanda had all the skills needed to make the house a beautiful home. She and Richard are selling to downsize now their children are grown up and she says: “Living here has been an absolute joy and I will be so sad to leave. I will miss the views and the peace and tranquility but I will have so many happy memories.