Property description
Reading 8 miles, M4 (Junction 12) 6 miles, Pangbourne 3 miles (approx.)
2,071 sq ft/ 192.4 sq m (approx.)
0.22 acre/ 0.09 ha (approx.)
DESCRIPTION: A delightful detached bungalow occupying a very pretty location overlooking woodland in superb order throughout, having recently having undergone an almost total reconstruction and complete modernisation to a very high standard. The property is situated within the heart of this very pretty period village on high ground within an area known to be of outstanding natural beauty. Footpaths throughout the village give delightful walks.
Set in sunny landscaped gardens with car parking for a number of cars to the front and also access to the garage.
The property is immaculate, recently interior and exterior totally redecorated. PVC replacement windows, PVC skirting, PVC barge boards, so maintenance free.
Luxuriously fitted interior, including a recently fitted, very pretty modern kitchen.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
Granite work surfaces throughout the kitchen and utility rooms.
The plumbing, heating and wiring have all been in most part totally replaced and refitted.
The master bedroom ensuite bathroom, family bathroom and ensuite shower room to guest bedroom and cloakroom, have all been refitted with top of the range units.
Attractive ceramic flag stone flooring to the reception hall, kitchen, utility room, rear lobby and cloakroom.
Very high insulation throughout.
Underfloor heating to the family bathroom with Travertine marble tiling.
A high pressure water system throughout.
Sharps fully fitted wardrobe units to the master bedroom, still under guarantee.
Full gas fired central heating and gas fuelled fire to the sitting room.
Gardens: The gardens are a particular feature and extend in all to approximately 0.22 acres/ 0.09 ha. The rear garden is laid to well-maintained lawns, very pretty landscaping with a raised flag stoned terrace area for summer dining and a further terraced area on the east side for the morning sun. The garden enjoys the sun most of the day, with the rear garden terrace enjoying the westerly sun in the evening.
SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION:
Reception hall * Sitting room * Family Room * Dining room * Large study (all fitted furniture included) * Kitchen/breakfast room * Utility room * Cloakroom * Inner hall * Four Bedrooms * Family bathroom with wet room/shower * En suite to master bedroom * En suite shower room to guest bedroom * Gardens extending to 0.225 acres * Full gas central heating * Attached garage
Appliances: Bosch fitted double electric oven with a four ring ceramic Bosch hob, cooker hood, fitted Siemens dishwasher. Utility room has fitted fridge and separate deep freeze, plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. The Worcester boiler is concealed in the loft area and is still under guarantee.
Local Facilities: Only a few minutes driving distance from Pangbourne with its excellent shopping facilities and mainline station giving a fast train connection to London Paddington. Just up the road from the property are the village church and green and The Red Lion public house and restaurant. There is also an excellent village hall with all sorts of events during the course of the year including a regular farmers` market. Next to the village hall are tennis courts and there is an excellent tennis club, an amateur dramatic society and a cricket club. Upper Basildon has a very successful health centre, The Orchard Clinic, offering a full range of treatments.
There is a wonderful sporting complex open to public membership at Bradfield College with indoor tennis courts, squash, indoor swimming pool, fitness centre. In Upper Basildon and in Bradfield there are riding schools for the equestrian enthusiast with lots of bridle paths and a riding school and livery yard. There are plenty of golf clubs Streatley, Mapledurham, Badgemore. The Royal Berkshire Shooting School is within easy driving distance.
The large supermarkets of Waitrose and Sainsbury`s are also within easy driving distance. Fielders Farm Shop on the road from Tidmarsh to Theale sells all sorts of good quality local produce.
Schools: There are plenty of schools in the area. Upper Basildon C of E Primary School is within walking distance which has an excellent reputation, Theale Green School has a bus service for pick up and drop off in Pangbourne, St Andrew`s Preparatory School is only a few minutes driving distance, as are Pangbourne College and Bradfield College. There is also The Oratory School, St Finians, Cranford House, Moulsford Boys School, Downe House, all within easy driving distance.
DIRECTIONS: From the offices of Singleton & Daughter turn left, pass over the mini roundabout and turn first right at St James the Less Church. Proceed up Pangbourne Hill passing the entrance to Pangbourne College and turn almost immediately right at the sign for Upper Basildon. Proceed along this road, passing The Red Lion public house crossroads. At the next turning on the left, turn left into Ashampstead Road. Proceed along this road until you reach a crossroads where you cross straight over and the property will be found a short distance down on the right had side.
SERVICES: All main, including gas.
POST CODE: RG8 8SP
LOCAL AUTHORITY: West Berkshire Council. Tel: 01635 42400. www.westberks.gov.uk Council Tax: Band F
Viewing by arrangement with vendor`s agent, Dudley Singleton & Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN. Tel: 0118 984 2662
Fax: 0118 984 5490
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:
3. No person in the employment of Dudley Singleton & Daughter has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the Vendor.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn.
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 :
- Modernised detached bungalow
- Four bedrooms
- Three bathrooms
- Recently fitted kitchen
- Landscaped gardens
- Attached garage
- Ample parking
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