Property description
Spacious bungalow with over 1000sq ft, located in the centre of Checkendon village, on a plot of more than 0.25 acres. Thought to have been originally built in the 1920's and in the same family ownership since the 1930's, the current owner has extended and significantly updated the property. The accommodation includes a 26ft living/dining room with windows overlooking the gardens to the front, side and rear, plus 2 double bedrooms. The property offers an excellent opportunity for further extension or redevelopment, subject to planning approval and is sold with NO ONWARD CHAIN. EPC Rating: tbc
AGENTS NOTE Best and final offers will be invited to be returned by FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER: Please ask for a formal bid form should you wish to make an offer and note that proof of funds will be required to support any bid.
LOCAL INFORMATION Checkendon is a thriving and pretty village that was listed in the Domesday Book and has many period properties. There is a popular Primary school, a well-regarded Cricket Club which plays on the village green, an Equestrian centre, village shop, post office and a 12th Century Church. Local shops can be found in nearby Wallingford (7 miles) with a good range of leisure and shopping facilities including a Waitrose, cafés and specialist shops, with more comprehensive amenities available in Henley-on-Thames and Reading (both 8 miles distant). Henley, Goring and Reading railway stations have good services to London, Paddington (from 45 mins, 55 mins and 29 mins respectively) with Crossrail allowing direct access to the City, Canary Wharf, the West End and Heathrow from 2019. The area is well served for schools, both state and private, including The Oratory, Pangbourne College, Moulsford and Cranford House Preps, with Shiplake College, Reading Blue Coat and Queen Anne's in Caversham easily accessible. The M4 is about 10 miles away and connects to the M3 and M25 motorway network. There are miles of riding and walking in the surrounding countryside.
ACCOMMODATION The front door opens into a large entrance hall which is currently used as a study and has a pretty feature fireplace. The superb living room also has an open fireplace with timber mantle and windows overlooking the front and side gardens. The dining room has French doors which open into the rear gardens and a window overlooking the side garden. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base cabinets and has ample space for all appliances. There are 2 double bedrooms and a good sized bathroom.
OUTSIDE SPACE The property is bounded by mature trees and hedges. Double gates open onto a drive providing off road parking for a number of cars. The gardens are a particular feature of this cottage and are landscaped with an extensive variety of mature fruit trees, shrubs and perennial flowers. The gardens wrap around the property and include a number of outbuildings in addition to the detached garage.
SITE PLAN LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES Mains Electricity and Water.
Calor Gas central heating
South Oxfordshire Council Tax Band: D
CONVEYANCING Through our in-house Conveyancing team, we can ensure ease and efficiency for a competitive, no-sale, no-fee quote. Visit www.davistate-conveyancing.co.uk for a quote today.
MORTGAGES Whether you're a first time buyer or a current home owner; Davis Tate can provide you with access to Mortgage Advisors who can assist with professional advice.
Davis Tate Ltd is an introducer appointed representative of First Complete Ltd for purpose of the provision of advice in relation to mortgage and non investment insurance products. Mortgage and Protection advice is provided by LSLi Ltd t/a Embrace Mortgage Services, an appointed representative of First Complete Ltd. First Complete Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
LSLi Ltd t/a Embrace Mortgage Services charge a fee of between £399 and £699 on application. The amount we will charge is dependent on the amount of research and administration that is required.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE
DISCLAIMER These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.
Property Features :
- Superb Quarter Acre Plot
- Village Centre Location
- More than 1000 sq ft Bungalow
- Opportunity to Extend or Redevelop
- Originally Built in 1920´s
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