Property description
Within 1 minute level walk to Pangbourne village centre ? Reading 6 miles ? M4 (junc 12) 5 miles ? Heathrow 45 mins drive ? Fast trains from Pangbourne station to London Paddington (47 minutes) (all distances/times are approximate)
978 sq ft / 91m² (all measurements are approximate)
Description:
Delightful end of terrace 17th century 3 bedroom Grade II listed cottage. Set within the heart of this famous Thameside period village within easy walking distance to village amenities, fine selection shops and the train station.
Overlooking the wonderful and ancient church of St James the Less to the front with very pretty south facing private gardens to the rear.
This cottage is probably one of the oldest dwellings still in existence in Pangbourne and was once the River Keeper`s accommodation, and later a bakery.
The interior of the property is full of charm expected of the age, with exposed ceiling beams, open fireplace with Bessemer beam across and many rooms enjoy high ceilings.
May Cottage could benefit from modernisation and refurbishment.
Special features:
? May Cottage is a delightful Grade II listed cottage
? Very pretty, secluded and private south-facing garden measuring some 57`deep x 30` in width approximately, with a useful greenhouse and garden store
? Well-maintained lawns, fruit trees and high hedges on both sides at the rear giving seclusion
? A very sunny paved patio area immediately to the rear of the property, a natural sun trap
? As this is an end of terrace there is a side entrance to the garden, handy for dustbins and access for garden and house maintenance
? The gas fired boiler which supplies central heating and domestic hot water is approximately 7 years old and regularly serviced
? There are 2 fireplaces within the property, one is currently blocked in, the other is an open log fire
? Bedroom 1 has a large ensuite bathroom with built in wardrobes and within the bedroom there is useful under eaves storage
? Secondary double glazing throughout the ground floor
? Although the property does not have off road car parking, the footpath through the church yard leads directly to the large public car park and a parking permit may be obtainable by application to West Berkshire Council
Summary of accommodation: Reception hall, dining room, sitting room with open fireplace, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, ensuite to bedroom 1, family bathroom to ground floor, large storage area to bedroom 3. It should be noted that the reception hall, kitchen, dining room, first floor bedroom and bathroom all have excellent ceiling heights as this part of the cottage was of later construction to the remainder.
Gardens and grounds: Very pretty, secluded and private south-facing rear garden 57`deep x 30` in width approximately, with greenhouse, garden store, well maintained lawns, fruit trees, high hedges on both sides at the rear giving seclusion and a very sunny paved patio area immediately to the rear of the property, a natural sun trap.
Local facilities and schools: Pangbourne is a wonderful Thameside period village with a mainline train station, buses, schools and library, an extensive selection of independent shops, dentists, hairdressers, butcher, cheese shop, doctors` practice, pubs and fine restaurants. Junction 12 of the M4 at Theale is only five minutes driving distance and Pangbourne station gives commuter access to Oxford, Reading and London Paddington, if so desired. Excellent schools are to hand with Pangbourne College just up the road; Bradfield College and St Andrew`s Preparatory School are within easy driving distance, The Oratory School, Downe House, Cranford House, Moulsford Preparatory School. Walking distance to the Pangbourne Primary School, which has foundation stage 1 and within the catchment area for Theale Green School (with school bus stops in the village).
Directions: From the offices of Dudley Singleton turn left, pass over the mini roundabout, past The Elephant, pass St James the Less Church and turn right and May Cottage will be found almost immediately on the left hand side.
Tenure: Freehold
Services: All mains including gas
Post Code: RG8 7AS
Local Authority and Council Tax Band: West Berkshire. Tax Band D
Viewing by arrangement with vendor`s agent, Dudley Singleton & Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN. Tel: 0118 984 2662
Websites: www.singletonanddaughter.co.uk, www.rightmove.co.uk, www.mayfairoffice.co.uk, www.onthemarket.com, www.countrylife.co.uk
E-mail: info@singletonanddaughter.co.uk
London Office: Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London, W1.
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.
NoticePlease 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.
Property Features :
- 3 bedroom end of terrace 17th C cottage
- Set in the heart of the village
- 2 minutes walk to the station
- Secluded south- facing garden
- Could benefit from refurbishment and modernisation