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1 ABBOTSFIELD
GORING HEATH OXFORDSHIRE
Goring on Thames 3 miles??? Pangbourne on Thames 3 miles
Wallingford 8 miles??? Reading 7 miles??? Newbury 22 miles???
Oxford 20 miles
M4 at J12 Theale 7 miles??? London Within the hour
All distances & times are approximate
Situated in a private position on the edge of the Chilterns in
an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just a few miles from Goring
on Thames and within easy reach of Reading and Henley on Thames,
the M4 and trains for London Paddington within the hour.? This late
19th Century Victorian property set in beautiful gardens, lawns and
woodland of around 2 acres with access from the garden to walking
trails and footpaths, ideal for country lovers, dog owners, deer
lovers , nature enthusiasts and walkers,? offers a great
opportunity for further enhancement
A most impressive late Victorian semi detached property rarely
on the market, offering potential for further renovation and
enlarging, subject to relevant planning permission N B
architectural drawings for improvements extensions were prepared in
late in 2022 and are available for inspection .? Providing
accommodation of 2647 sd ft and with many original features, the
property overlooks the impressive gardens to the front and rear,
providing a wonderful rural setting.
Quintessential English Countryside Location Within Close Driving
Distance Of Extensive Amenities, Schooling, and Mainline Railway
Station To London Paddington In Well Under The Hour
Potential For Further Renovation and Extending, Subject to Planning
Permission
Attractive Victorian Architectural Features including High
Ceilings,? Gabled Roof, Victorian Grotto, Fountain, and Fish
Pond
Outside Porch
Inner Porch
Hallway
Kitchen Breakfast Room with Cupboard and Boiler Room
Cloakroom
Dining Room
Sitting Room
Family Room
Landing to First Floor
Main Bedroom with Ensuite
3 Further Bedrooms
Family Bathroom
Second Floor To Bedroom 5 with Eaves Storage
Basement, accessed Externally
Detached Double Garage
Summer House?
Beautiful Park and Woodland? Gardens & Grounds of Approximately
2 Acres
Driveway Parking
LOCATION
Goring Heath, lying a few miles east of Goring on Thames, is a
scattered, rural Parish extending from the South Western edge of
Woodcote, skirting round Whitchurch Hill and then South towards
Mapledurham, with the A329 Reading to Wallingford Road forming the
perimeter along its eastern boundary. In the centre of the Parish
are located the Alms houses built in a most pleasing aesthetic
period architectural style, founded in 1726 by Henry Alnutt, a
wealthy London barrister, and together with their historic Chapel
are arranged around three sides of a cobbled courtyard. Whilst
modernised in recent years, the Buildings have retained their
authentic character appearance largely as they were in the 18th
century, as has their unspoilt rural setting.
Comprehensive everyday amenities and facilities including shops,
health centres, libraries and excellent primary schools are
available at Goring on Thames and Pangbourne, with both villages
also having main line railway stations providing fast commuter
services to Reading and up to London Paddington in well under an
hour .? Road communications are also excellent for the major
surrounding centres and with the M4 and M40 motorways both easily
accessible. In addition to having well revered local state primary
and secondary schooling, 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, 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.
Crossrail services have commenced from Reading, which together
with the electrifying of the line will significantly improve
travelling times to central London and financial district
destinations.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
?????? Built for the Abbot of Witney for his summer residence the
house was supposedly built on the site of a former monastery and an
important treasure from the monastery disappeared. The current
owner s contract with the previous seller 40 year s ago contained a
clause that if any treasure was found that the previous owner
should receive 40% of the value of the treasure. The clause was
however deleted and no treasure has yet been professionally
searched for or found.
?????? The land on which 1 Abbotsfield is situated was
originally Leased out as farm land? by Eynsham Abbey from the 10th
century until the dissolution when it was given to Christchurch
College and? subsequently sold for the development of
Abbotsfield.
This beautiful late Victoria house with lovely features of its
era, such as decorative barge boards, high ceilings and picture
rails, offers an opportunity for further enhancement.? Entrance is
under a bricked porch, taking you through into the inner porch with
front door taking you into the hallway.? The hallway has stair
access and opens up wide towards the sitting room.? There is a
separate dining room and the kitchen breakfast room has a cupboard
for storage, plus cloakroom and boiler room? The sitting room
overlooks the garden from a bay window and features a herringbone
wooden floor, fire place and panelled walls and ceiling.? There is
a separate family room with garden access.? To the first floor are
4 bedrooms, the main bedroom offering garden views and large
ensuite with bath and shower and a sperate family bathroom.? There
is a further floor with a fifth bedroom and eaves storage.
OUTSIDE
Set behind a row of large trees, the gravelled driveway leads to
the property and detached garage.? There is parking for several
cars and large lawn area in front of the property.
To the side of the house is access to the basement, currently used
as a log store.? The terrace comes directly from the property
offering a wonderful opportunity for al fresco dining and
entertaining.? The main lawn then takes you down to the rest of the
gardens which have many little paths leading to a variety of
areas,? such as a sheltered grotto with circular pond and pretty
detached timber summerhouse with carved detailing.? The gardens
have much woodland to explore, making it a wonderful opportunity
for both children and adults alike.?
These gardens are an absolute delight? and truly compliment the
whole property.? An early viewing is advised.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Mains water and electricity are connected. Shared drainage with
next door.? Heating and hot water from an oil fired boiler.
Postcode RG8 7SA
Local Authority South Oxfordshire District Council Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring on Thames, proceed up the
High Street, turning right on to Gatehampton Road at the railway
bridge junction, then left on to Reading Road. Proceed for
approximately 3 miles, staying on the B4526, and veering left well
after Crays Pond for Reading.? 1 Abbotsfield will be found on the
right hand side, second driveway entrance.
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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