Property description
A substantial, individual bungalow set in an elevated position on the edge of Lower Basildon, with stunning views across the rolling countryside. In need of modernisation, or with great potential for redevelopment, the property offers versatile and extensive accommodation approaching 3,700 square feet, with the possibility of creating annexe facilities or extending (subject to usual p.p. requirements), and is set on grounds approaching one acre. Accommodation comprises: sitting room, family room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, WC, utility room, games room, four bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite) and integral garage. EPC Rating E
LOCAL INFORMATION Lower Basildon is roughly equidistant from Pangbourne to the South East and Streatley to the North West. It enjoys wonderful views over the River Thames and the beautiful surrounding countryside. Pangbourne (about two miles) has a range of award winning independent shops, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants, a health centre and a mainline station to London Paddington. Closer to home, there is a local shop just across the road for day-to-day needs. There are good primary schools in Pangbourne and nearby Upper Basildon and Theale Green school has a pick up and drop off service in Pangbourne. St. Andrews school, Pangbourne College and Bradfield College are all nearby, with the extensive facilities of Bradfield College, including 25 metre swimming pool being open to the public.
ACCOMMODATION Part glazed door leads into spacious entrance hall, with doors to principal living accommodation, storage cupboards, and WC. The sitting room is accessed via glazed double doors, and is triple aspect with gas fire with bricked surround, bay window, and sliding doors opening onto the patio. Steps lead down into a double aspect dining room, also with gas fire and sliding doors onto the patio. Door opens into a kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a matching range of white gloss wall and base units with integrated appliances. Brick double archways open onto breakfast area, which in turn has a door to a lobby with rear access and a large utility room with storage and plumbing and appliance spaces. Lobby off of breakfast room also leads into integral double garage with up and over door and storage above. Again off of the entrance hall, a door leads into a side aspect family room with double doors onto large Southwest facing conservatory. Hallway leads to the bedrooms, two rear aspect bedrooms (one with built in wardrobe and sliding patio doors), and guest bedroom with en-suite shower room. Large master bedroom, which in turn leads to a snooker/games room with sliding doors onto pool terrace and separate side access. To complete the accommodation there is a family bathroom (which is currently used as a master en-suite) with bath and separate shower.
OUTSIDE SPACE Located at the end of a quiet hillside lane, the property is approached via hard standing circular drive providing ample off street parking. The property is surrounded by mature gardens, laid to lawn with established shrub beds, borders and trees. Paved patio at the front of the property, and large paved terrace with heated swimming pool at the rear. The garden slopes down to the Northeast, with wooded area at the bottom. The property is surrounded to the South and East by open fields.
LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES West Berkshire Council 01635 42400 www.westberks.gov.uk. Council Tax Band G. Mains water and electricity, private drainage, oil fired central heating, bottled gas for fires. Upvc double glazing throughout.
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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 :
- Elevated position with stunning views
- Substantial accommodation of approx. 3,700 sq ft
- Tremendous potential for redevelopment
- Possibility of annexe facilities
- Grounds of approx. one acre