- An individually designed 5 bedroom house, constructed to a high specification
- 5 double bedrooms
- 3 bathroom/ shower rooms
- High quality Self contained detached annexe with bedroom/ sitting room, shower room, kitchenette
- Family sized level gardens, vegetable garden, large frontage with ample parking for a number of cars
- Utility room, cloakroom, Double detached garage
- Stunning kitchen/ dining/ living room
- Study
- Peaceful and secluded location
Pangbourne shops & train station 3 miles Reading 10 miles Newbury 12 miles M4 (Junction 12) 5 miles (all distances are approximate)
2,498 sq ft / 232 m²
(all measurements are approximate)
Constructed approximately 14 years ago, this is an unusually spacious, and light house. The open plan ground floor is very attractive and gives excellent space for family accommodation. Additionally, the living accommodation is zoned and can be divided up easily if open plan living is not required. There is a splendid double garage block, with a first-class annexe with kitchen, shower room, and large bedroom/sitting room.
Located within one of the most sought-after villages in this part of the world, Upper Basildon has a very active and thriving family community. Within walking distance to the village primary school, recreation ground, tennis courts and village hall. Just a few minutes' drive from the riverside village of Pangbourne with its specialist shops, supermarket, health centre, amenities, and station giving fast commuter links to London Paddington, Oxford, and Reading (Elizabeth Line).
Special features:
The property is beautifully fitted and decorated throughout
Superb kitchen with dining and living areas creates a light and bright space. Picture windows and French doors open onto the gardens and outdoor seating areas, perfect for entertaining
Kitchen is fitted, with granite work surfaces, induction hob, electric ovens, dishwasher, boiling/cold filtered water tap, fridges and freezer
Sitting room is double aspect, with French doors giving access to a summer seating area. Attractive fireplace, constructed of herring bone brick, fitted with a wood burner
Rustic oak polished flooring throughout much of the ground floor
Well fitted study overlooking the garden
Galleried landing overlooks the kitchen/living room
Principal bedroom has a beautifully fitted shower room
Spacious family bathroom fitted to a very high specification
High quality annexe with independent access. Ground floor kitchenette, shower room, first floor large bedroom/sitting room
Underfloor central heating throughout the main house, provided by the Hitachi air source heat pump
Summary of accommodation:
Main house: Reception hall, sitting room, study, kitchen/living room with dining area, utility room, cloakroom, 5 bedrooms; (4 in the main house and 1 in the annexe). 3 bathrooms/shower rooms (1 in the annexe).
Annexe: Kitchenette, shower room, bedroom/sitting room.
Detached double garage.
Gardens: The property is surrounded by pretty and private gardens, with raised flower beds, lawns, shrubberies, and high hedges giving seclusion. There is a summer decking area, and the gardens to side and rear gain the south westerly sun. The double garage has a pair of up and over doors. There is also a log store.
Local Facilities Upper Basildon is a much sought-after village, enjoying a very active community. The village hall hosts a number of events during the course of the year, the recreational ground has playing fields, a football club, and an excellent tennis club. Various clubs and activities use the church centre and/or the main church.
For the equestrian enthusiast there are many bridle paths surrounding the village, as well as Cullinghood riding stables, and a livery stable. There are plenty of golf clubs nearby and the Royal Berkshire Shooting School is within easy driving distance.
The village is a few minutes' drive from Pangbourne which offers a range of amenities with a splendid selection of specialist shops including a butcher, cheese shop, organic shop, supermarket, library, doctors, dental practices, hairdressers, pubs, and restaurants. Pangbourne station offers fast train links to London Paddington (approx. 45 minutes), Oxford and Reading, with the Eizabeth Line giving fast links to The City.
Excellent schools: Walking distance to Upper Basildon Primary School and a short drive to St Andrew's Preparatory School. Pangbourne College, Bradfield College, The Oratory School, Cranford House, Moulsford Boys School, Downe House, are all within easy driving distance. There are bus pick up points locally for many other schools.
Directions: With the Red Lion pub RG8 8NG (currently closed) on your right. Carry on up The Aldworth Road, and take the first left into Ashampstead Road. At the cross-roads turn right, and Barton is immediately on the left.
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Post Code: RG8 8SU
Tenure: Freehold
Some material information to note:
Hitachi air source heat pump provides hot water, and hot water for the underfloor heating throughout the house.
Mains water, mains electrics, mains drainage.
The property has a double garage and driveway parking for a number of cars.
High speed FTTP Gigaclear is connected to the property.
The property is not within a conservation area.
There are no TPOs listed at this property.
The government flood portal highlights this as a low-risk postcode for road/river flooding.
EPC Rating: D
Local Authority & Council Tax Band: West Berkshire, Band G
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
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London Office: Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London, W1U 3JT.
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.
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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.