Marlow, a picturesque town in Buckinghamshire, is renowned for its charming high street and riverside location, yet it comes with a hefty price tag for homebuyers. Average house prices have soared to £735,793 over the past year, with detached homes fetching £952,833 and some listings reaching £11 million.
The town's high street draws visitors with independent boutiques like The Cheese Shed and The Marlow Bookshop, alongside national brands such as Whistles and Waterstones. Its culinary scene is equally impressive, featuring the Hand and Flowers, the first pub in Britain to earn two Michelin stars.
Situated on the Thames and within the Chiltern Hills, Marlow offers recreational activities like rowing on the river or picnicking at Higginson Park. The Marlow Regatta celebrates the town's strong rowing traditions, while regular markets sell local produce including artisan bread and ice cream.
Despite its high property costs, Marlow remains a desirable commuter town with excellent connections to Maidenhead and Bourne End. Visitors praise its peaceful atmosphere and attractions like the suspension bridge, with one TripAdvisor user describing it as 'so peaceful and relaxing.'
