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3 COMPTON MANOR
COMPTON BERKSHIRE
*Oxford 16 miles *Reading 12 miles *Newbury 10 miles
*Abingdon 10 miles *Didcot 9 miles
*Goring on Thames 6 miles
*A34 at East Ilsley 2.5 miles? *M4 at J13 6 miles, at J12
10 miles
Distances and times approximate
In scenic Downland countryside between Newbury and Oxford easily
accessible for A34, M4 and trains to London, an attractive period
property in converted Grade II listed former Manor House situated
within walled gardens in the heart of this popular village.
Period Entrance Porch
Entrance Hall
Sitting Room with Wood Burning Stove
Dining Room
Kitchen
Utility Room
Master Bedroom with Fitted Wardrobes and En Suite Bathroom
2 Further Bedrooms
Shower Room
Garage
Resident & Visitor Parking
Communal Walled South Facing Gardens and Grounds
LOCATION
Compton is a quiet rural village set in a fold of the Berkshire
Downlands surrounded by beautiful undulating countryside designated
an A.O.N.B., and conveniently situated between Newbury and Oxford
with easy access to the fast A34 which links to the M4 and with a
choice of mainline stations in the local area providing commuter
services up to London Paddington in under the hour, the closest
being at Goring on Thames.
The village has a long history with traces of Roman occupation and
being mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1083 A.D. In recent years
it has become a thriving village community still linked to Farming
and the countryside and have a strong association with Horse
Racing.
There is a beautiful flint walled Parish Church and in the
village are many interesting period properties reflecting a rich
architectural heritage. Local amenities include a Post Office
Stores, Barbers Shop, the Foinavon Public House & Hotel, Primary
and Secondary Schools the latter being the highly regarded Downs
School which boasts a Sixth Form. Just to the North of the village
is the ancient Ridgeway Path which crosses the Downs eventually
joining the Icknield Way on its journey to East Anglia.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Compton Manor is an impressive period property centrally located in
the village set within walled gardens and grounds. Dating from the
16th Century and listed Grade II, this imposing building was
converted in the late 1980 s into 6 eclectic apartments all of
differing size, proportions and arrangement.
3 Compton Manor has a traditional Cottage appearance with a
grand period entrance Porch approached from the main garden and
another approached from the gravelled forecourt and garaging
area.?? The front door opens into an entrance hall with travertine
tiled floor and leads to attractive beamed accommodation full of
character arranged over the ground and first floors. The Dining
Room has original structural timbers revealed and original
fireplace recess with bressemer beam open with useful storage.?
There is a small Utility Room which has space for washing machine,
tumble drier and fridge freezer, with inner door to useful Store
Wine Cupboard with internal light.? Off the dining room is the
Kitchen, well appointed with quartz worktops and a host of
integrated appliances including a dishwasher and wine cooler. The
Sitting Room enjoys a double aspect, exposed timbers and a
fireplace with cast multi fuel stove.?
Upstairs on the first floor is the Master Bedroom with fitted
wardrobes and En Suite Bathroom, a second Double Bedroom with built
in wardrobes and contemporary Shower Room. Part way up the stairs
on a half landing is the third Bedroom with built in book shelves
which currently houses a infa red sauna and also doubles up as an
office.?
OUTSIDE
Compton Manor stands in attractive private gardens with a long high
brick walled frontage to the High Street. A wide arched decorative
wrought iron pedestrian gate provides an interesting period feature
as well as direct access into the High Street itself. The communal
Gardens at the front are prettily laid out with planted beds and
borders around a main lawn all enjoying a sheltered southerly
aspect. Further along the High Street by the Doctors Surgery is the
private
drive leading to the parking and garaging for Compton Manor which
it adjoins at the rear. The garaging comprises a block of 7
traditionally brick built garages under a pitched clay roof with
central front gable as feature. The garage to No 3 is the third in
on the left hand side. There are additional parking bays adjacent
to the garages for residents & guests.
TENURE
All 6 Apartments have the benefit of a 1 6th share ownership of the
Freehold of the whole property and Management Company formed to be
responsible for controlling the upkeep and maintenance of the
building and grounds. The Lease for each Apartment was extended by
999 years in 2016 Currently each resident owner pays a management
fee of £100 per month which cost includes Building Insurance not
contents , exterior upkeep of the building except the windows, plus
a sinking fund for periodic external redecoration and roof
maintenance works.
Services Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to
the property. Central heating and hot water from electric supply on
Economy 10.
Council Tax D
Postcode RG20 6NJ
Local Authority West Berkshire District Council Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring bear left and proceed down
the High Street crossing over the River bridge and up to the top of
Streatley High Street. At the traffic lights continue straight over
on the B4009 road to Newbury. After passing through the village of
Aldworth turn right opposite the thatched Four Points Public House
on the road for Compton. On reaching the village continue through
the centre and the private drive entrance to Compton Manor will be
found on the right hand side by the Doctors Surgery.
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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