Property description
This charming three bedroomed detached Georgian cottage, in a plot of approximately 0.2 of an acre, is believed to date back to the 1700's. Many of its original features including fireplaces and exposed beams have been retained. The property is situated on the brow of a hill in a country lane, being about 2 miles from Mortimer village with its excellent of range of shops and local facilities.
Mortimer railway station is a little over a mile away serving London Paddington within the hour and trains from Reading station (about 7 miles) direct to Paddington take less than 30 minutes. The M4 (J11) is about 4 miles away.
LOCAL INFORMATION The area of Mortimer comprises Mortimer, Mortimer Common, Stratfield Mortimer and Mortimer West End and is located in West Berkshire. The area includes St Johns primary and St Marys junior schools, doctors surgery, dentist, two chemists, Budgens supermarket, bank, post office, hairdressers, churches, café, numerous pubs and recreation grounds with tennis courts for hire. There is good commutable access to the nearby towns of Reading, Newbury and Basingstoke and motorway networks M3 and M4, and on the outskirts of the village is a local railway station providing links to London Paddington and Waterloo. A regular bus service runs to and from Reading town centre.
ACCOMMODATION The main entrance (located at the rear) leads into an elegant and spacious front hall with high ceilings and a classically tiled floor; part of this area is currently used as a study. The sitting room and dining room lie to the front of the property, overlooking the front garden. The sitting room has a striking stone fireplace and panelled windows as well as French doors and the dining room has a beautiful Georgian alcove. The kitchen, utility room and bathroom lie to the other side of the property. Access to the cellar, currently used as a wine store, can be found underneath the stairs.
To the first floor, the rooms are also very well proportioned with a large family bathroom, as well as three double bedrooms, each with their own individual charm and picturesque views.
OUTSIDE SPACE The property is approached through a five bar gate over a gravel driveway and up to the detached garage. The garden is a particular feature of the property and is mainly laid to lawn, interspersed with mature trees and hedged borders. There is a courtyard terrace to the immediate rear of the house. There are panoramic views to the side and rear over the surrounding countryside, which is renowned for its walks and rides. The garden measures approximately 120ft x 60ft.
AGENTS NOTES Please note that there are varying ceiling heights due to the age of this property. Please contact the office for further details.
LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES Mains electric, water, oil fired heating, private drainage, West Berkshire Council band E.
CONVEYANCING Through our in house Conveyancing team, we can ensure ease and efficiency for a competitive, no-sale, no-fee quote. Ask us for a quote today.
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 :
- Charming Georgian cottage
- 3 double bedrooms
- Country lane location
- Picturesque views
- Large entrance hall, 2 receptions, 2 bathrooms
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