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WAYLANDS, ALDWORTH ROAD
STREATLEY ON THAMES BERKSHIRE
Goring on Thames London Paddington within the hour 0.4 mile
Streatley on Thames High Street & River 0.2 mile Reading 10
miles
M4 Junction 12 10 miles Henley on Thames 13 miles Newbury 14
miles
Oxford 17 miles
Distances and times approximate
Situated within close proximity to the historic high street and
within walking distance of all the amenities in Goring on Thames,
including mainline railway station affording access to London
Paddington in under the hour.
An individual detached 4 bedroom house, built in the 1970s and
benefitting from total refurbishment by the current owner. Sitting
at the foot of Lardon Chase, the property has a lovely open plan
feel overlooking a south facing garden and detached garage.
Close Walking Distance Of Extensive Shops & Amenities,
Schooling, National Trust Countryside, The River Thames, And
Mainline Railway Station To London Paddington
Fenced Private Frontage
Detached Garage with Internal Store
Private Driveway Parking
Reception Hall
Cloakroom
Kitchen Breakfast Room
Utility Area
Sitting Room with fireplace
1st Floor Landing
Main Bedroom with 2 double built in wardrobes.
3 Further Bedrooms
Family Bathroom
In All Approximately 1,511 Sq Ft Internally
Private Southerly Rear Garden & Terrace
SITUATION
The picturesque village of Streatley on Thames lies in a valley on
the Berkshire side of the river between Reading and Oxford, facing
Goring on the Oxfordshire side. The surrounding countryside is
designated an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and historically
this was a natural crossing point of the river, set between the
Berkshire Downs and Chiltern Hills, known geographically as the
Goring Gap. The interesting High Street, which forms the central
part of the village running down to the river and the bridge across
to Goring, is now a Conservation Area where there are a wealth of
period properties many of considerable architectural merit
including a thatched cottage, a beautiful William and Mary house
and an Elizabethan Farmhouse, supposedly haunted by a lady in
white. Following the building of the railway through the Thames
Valley by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in approximately 1840, the
villagers of Streatley decided the railway should go on the Goring
side with the result now that while Streatley has changed little,
the village of Goring on Thames has grown substantially and is now
the larger village.
In the village there is a parish church with Norman origins, a
luxury riverside four star hotel, The Swan, which also offers a
leisure and fitness club and at the top of the High Street is the
Bull Inn which was an old coaching inn when the Royal Mail stopped
en route between Oxford and London. There is also a prestigious
golf club, established over one hundred years ago, set amidst
beautiful rolling countryside. The village also boast its own very
well regarded Streatley Primary School, with the outstanding
secondary school, The Downs, being in catchment for the village
also, and having its own bus route. In addition to having well
revered and outstanding local state primary and secondary
schooling, including a primary school within Goring on Thames
itself, the area is also extremely well served by an excellent
range of private schooling, of particular note; Cranford House
School, The Oratory Preparatory School, Moulsford Preparatory
School, St Andrews Preparatory School, The Oratory School,
Pangbourne College, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Downe House,
Rupert House School, Shiplake College, The Abbey School, Bradfield
College, The Manor Preparatory School, Abingdon School, Abingdon
Preparatory School, Radley College, and St Helen & St
Katharine.
Behind Streatley the ground rises steeply where the Berkshire
Downlands meet the wide Thames Valley and from the top there are
panoramic views far into Oxfordshire. The woodland and hills
surrounding Streatley have been acquired in recent years by the
National Trust and the extensive bridleways and footpaths are now
open to the public.
Across the river, the larger village of Goring on Thames offers
a wide range of amenities and facilities including shops, modern
health centre, traditional inns, a hotel, library, dentist and
importantly a main line railway station providing excellent
commuter services to Oxford, Reading and up to London Paddington .
There is also easy access for the major local towns, including
Oxford, Reading and Newbury, the M40 and M4 motorways, the latter
linking directly to Heathrow.
Crossrail Elizabeth Line services have commenced from Reading
which together with the completed electrification of the line has
significantly improved travelling times to East and West
destinations.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Built in the 1970s of traditional design, with part red brick and
tiled elevations, Waylands occupies a generous corner plot.
Entrance is into the hallway with stair access and cloakroom. Wood
flooring runs through into the sitting room which has a fireplace
and french doors taking you out to the terrace. The dining area
leads directly into the kitchen which has large windows overlooking
the garden and back door for access. There is a separate utility
area where the boiler is located and there is a useful understairs
cupboard. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms, the main bedroom having
wall to wall wardrobes and views of Lardon Chase. There are 2
further double bedrooms and 1 single bedroom. The family bathroom
is a white suite and has a bath and overhead shower. On the landing
is loft access, which has a drop down ladder and is part boarded.
Offering good sized light and bright family accommodation, an early
viewing is advised.
OUTSIDE
The property enjoys a most delightful position, set within a hedged
and fenced plot, a low gate takes you through to the front garden
which has a lovely lawned area with Silver Birch tree. A further
gate takes you up to the private driveway, which offers off road
parking for 3 cars and front access to the detached garage. At the
rear of the house is the main garden. Enjoying a southerly aspect,
the garden is mainly laid to lawn with lovely terrace coming off
the back of the house allowing for al fresco dining. There is rear
door access to the garage from small steps via the garden. The
garage has an in built store and large up and over door. The
gardens offer an attractive addition to this wonderful family
home
GENERAL SERVICES
Services Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the
property. Central heating from gas fired boiler located in the
utility room
Energy Performance Rating D 60
Postcode RG8 9RB
Council Tax Band E
Local Authority West Berkshire District Council Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring on Thames turn left and
proceed down the High Street continuing over the River Bridge
across the Thames and up to the top of Streatley on Thames High
Street. Proceed through the traffic lights heading up the hill and
Waylands will be found on the left hand side, just after you enter
The Coombe.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co.
DISCLAIMER
The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or
services so cannot verify that they are in working order. If
required, the client is advised to obtain verification. These
particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations
are conducted through Warmingham & Co. Whilst all due care is taken
in the preparation of these particulars, no responsibility for
their accuracy is accepted, nor do they form part of any offer or
contract. Intending clients must satisfy themselves by inspection
or otherwise as to their accuracy prior to signing a contract.
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