LUXURY award winning home-maker Fusion Residential reached new heights with the launch of its latest multi-million pound home in Fortune Lane, Elstree, on Saturday.

VIP guests at the launch party of Pennywell Manor enjoyed an eagle’s eye view of the property from a helicopter before it touched down gently on the manor’s manicured lawns, of which there are approaching an acre.

Stepping back onto terra firma after landing, Fusion partner Warren Rosenberg admitted: “I’ve seen most of our developments from every angle, but never from the air before. It was amazing.

“Looking down on Pennywell like that you can truly appreciate the magnificence of the property and the land that goes with,.”

When the helicopter arrived more than 100 people – wishful home-hunters, industry professionals and some of the clever people involved in the Pennywell project’s conception and delivery -  were already enjoying the unrestricted views over rolling Hertfordshire countryside, many relaxing on the broad wrap-around sun terrace of red cedar deck and giant Italian porcelain tiles.

There are full height folding glass doors all around the side and rear of the house, in effect bringing the outside in, and the inside out.

Fusion, winners in the 2011 UK Property Awards, are famed for their attention to details and they must have organised the weather too, it was glorious. It was the perfect  sunny day for bonhomie, sipping Pimms and nibbling bijou barbecued bites such as mini burgers, chicken and chorizo kebabs, and surf and turf skewers.
                                                                         
But the helicopter, and the food and drink, as good as they all proved, were simply hors d’oeuvre for the main attraction. Star billing was most definitely reserved for the Manor itself, its elegance, its wonderfully imaginative design, it’s incredible attention to detail, and the mind-boggling technology that Fusion have harnessed to run the home.

The Manor takes its name from the tiny well that sits near the front door. It has a National Heritage listing and, along with the white wash and timber beams of the front aspect, it hints of pleasure and leisure from days gone by. But don’t be fooled – Pennywell Manor is the hi-tech home of the future.

The Manor has five huge double bedrooms, three boasting hand crafted en suites. From the waterproof plasma at the foot of the bath to the walk in showers, it delivers you in dream land.

The basement boasts a gym, steam room and cinema room with giant screen and Dolby surround sound.  Surprise, surprise, there’s even a built in bar with wine cooler, sink and fridge, in yet another hand crafted cabinet.

The kitchen is Poggenpohl fitted with a range of Miele integrated appliances including multifunction ovens, combination microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher, induction hob and integrated full height fridge. This is the place to inspire your desire with some dream cuisine.

And bringing Pennywell Manor together is the Fusion “Smart Home” technology delivered via wall inset iPads allowing remote programming and control of lighting, heating, sound, vision and security throughout the house and outside too. This really is a case of Fusion Residential fusing top end hi-tech practicality with the blindingly beautiful.

Pennywell Manor is destined to become one of the most sought-after addresses in Hertfordshire and north London. Offers are being considered in the region of £4.25 million.

Contact  Antoine Christoforou  on 01923 294136 to request a brochure or arrange a viewing.