Pangbourne - Walk to village shops, amenities & train station to London

Pangbourne village centre, a few minutes' walk to shops & train station Fast trains to London Paddington (47 minutes) Reading 6 miles M4 (junc 12) 4 miles Heathrow 45 mins drive (all distances/times are approximate)

6,209 sq ft / 577 m²
0.423 acre / 0.171 ha
(all measurements are approximate)

A splendid, unique, 6-bedroom character country house, constructed in 1996 to a very high specification. Enjoying complete peace, and sleepy rural serenity, situated on high ground in an exclusive no-through road.

Dunheved is a truly wonderful and spacious family house, created and maintained with love and care, with little thought of the expense. Completely unique, very safe for children and pets, and will welcome another family and accommodate all ages in comfort.

This is a delightful house for entertaining. The main reception rooms, and the open plan kitchen, dining/living areas and conservatory which all open onto the wide terracing to the rear, creates a wonderful space for family and guests alike, with views of the landscaped gardens, grounds and surrounding countryside.

This is a very peaceful and private location, and yet still within the heart of this famous Thameside village. Within easy walking distance of specialist shops, riverside pubs, restaurants, the River Thames, a highly regarded primary school, church, amenities and a train station with fast commuter links to Reading and London Paddington (Elizabeth Line).

Special features:
* Fabulous first floor games/music room with beamed ceilings and galleries overlooking the main reception rooms. This is a spectacular room with hardwood parquet flooring and lots of light
* The kitchen/dining/living rooms are the spectacular hub of the house. The kitchen area is large and beautifully fitted with Corian work surfaces, two sink units, suite of fitted NEFF appliances, including induction hob and large warming drawer, Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer, wine rack and a breakfast bar
* Large walk-in pantry with hot and cold water outlets
* At the rear of the kitchen is the conservatory with two sets of bi-fold doors that open onto the rear terrace and gardens
* Impressive principal bedroom suite with large ensuite with walk in shower and bath, dressing room, fitted wardrobes and French doors which open onto the front garden terrace
* Open wood fires, to the main reception rooms
* Wonderful views throughout the house on all sides afforded by large windows and motor driven Velux windows with rain sensors
* Extravagant use of stone, brick and timber, to harmonise with the surrounding countryside
* The lower ground floor area, which is approximately 1,200 sq ft, might be easily converted into a self-contained annex if required, with its own front door
* Imposing large and light reception hall
* Wraparound composite decking to the front and side
* CCTV and alarm

Summary of accommodation:
Ground floor: Reception hall, drawing room, dining room, sitting room, snug, kitchen/conservatory, principal bedroom suite with dressing room and ensuite bathroom, study/bedroom, bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom having Jack and Jill access from reception hall and cloakroom.
First floor: 3 bedrooms, family bathroom, large landing, games/music room and a TV/ playroom.
Lower ground floor: Boot room, utility room, large office, shower room with WC, boiler room, large store and integral double garage with electric up and over doors.

Gardens: The gardens are very private and have been landscaped with care. With lawns, flowering trees and shrubs and a large forecourt with plenty of car parking for visitors to the front.
To the rear there is a pretty terrace running the width of the house, for summer entertaining, large lawns, brick barbecue area, two garden sheds and in one corner overlooking the lawns, a summer house.

Local facilities: Pangbourne is a wonderful period village with its fine selection of award-winning independent shops, a supermarket, health centre, dentists, library, hairdressers, barbers, restaurants and riverside pubs. By the River Thames there are riverside meadows, part-owned by the National Trust, the Thames Path. A children's play area, tennis courts, football pitches, a bowling club and Pangbourne Adventure Dolphin centre offering various sporting activities including canoe and climbing tuition.

Beale Wildlife Park & Gardens is a lovely place for young families with amazing animals, birds, gardens, play parks, a splash pool and a miniature train. Near to Beale Park is Basildon Park, the National Trust property, featuring a splendid Georgian mansion surrounded by 400 acres of parkland.

Pangbourne offers superb transport links with a fast train service to Reading and London Paddington which both access the Elizabeth Line. Waitrose and Sainsbury's Superstore are within easy driving distance.

Excellent schools: Dunheved is located within easy reach of a number of fine schools and Pangbourne College is within walking distance. Just a short drive are : Bradfield College, St Andrew's Preparatory School, Brockhurst & Marlston House Schools, The Oratory School, Downe House, Cranford House and Moulsford Preparatory School.
There are bus pick up points in Pangbourne for Abingdon Boys and St Helen & St Katharine Girls schools in Abingdon, and Reading School for boys and Kendrick School for girls in Reading are easily accessible by a short train journey. Pangbourne Primary School has foundation stage 1.

Postcode: RG8 7BH

Tenure: Freehold

General:
Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas
Central heating is under floor to kitchen/dining/living, conservatory, reception rooms, reception hall and principal ensuite.
The remainder of the accommodation has water-filled radiators. The two systems can be programmed to run independently of each other.
Water softener and pressurised mains water system
Broadband connected FTTC
The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not

EPC Rating: tbc

Council Tax Band: West Berkshire, Band H

Fixtures and fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale.

Viewing by arrangement with vendor's agent, Dudley Singleton & Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN.
0118 984 2662
info@singletonanddaughter.co.uk

Websites: singletonanddaughter.co.uk rightmove.co.uk, mayfairoffice.co.uk, countrylife.co.uk

London Office: Mayfair Office, 41-43 Maddox Street, Mayfair, London, W1S 2PD

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Dudley Singleton & Daughter for themselves and for the vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that:
1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items. We relied upon our own brief inspection and information supplied to us by the vendors.
(i) The description, including photographs of the property and its contents, are intended to be a guide only rather than a detailed and accurate report and inventory. (ii) Floor plans, measurements, areas and distances are intended to be approximately only. (iii) Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements. The position of bathroom fittings as shown on the plan is indicative only sizes, shapes and the exact locations may differ. Wall thicknesses, together with window and door sizes are approximate only and window and door openings are shown without frame details. (iv) Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current and no assumption should be made that any contents shown in them are included in the sale.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them:
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FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or surveyor.

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.