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LIME HOUSE
ASTON TIRROLD OXFORDSHIRE
Wallingford 3½ miles Didcot 3 miles Streatley on Thames 4.5
miles
Reading 14 miles Oxford 14 miles A34 at Chilton 4.5 miles
M4 at Theale J12 12 miles
Distances and times approximate
Occupying a central, yet private position within this sought
after English village, yet just a short distance from extensive
amenities, including trainline links from Didcot Station into
Oxford in just over 10 minutes and London Paddington in under 40
minutes, and great road links.
A stylish and beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom house
with generous reception space and detached garage, benefitting from
home office above, extending to approximately 4,684 sq ft with
private south facing garden.
A Stunning Family Residence Extending To Approximately 4,684 Sq
Ft, Inclusive Of Detached Garage with Home Office, With Delightful
Gardens & Grounds of approx 0.47 of an acre
Quintessential English Village Within Close Driving Distance Of
The River Thames, Extensive Amenities, Schooling, and Mainline
Railway Station To London Paddington In Under 40 Minutes
Spacious Graveled Driveway
Entrance Hall
Family Room
Dining Room
Sitting Room
Drawing Room with Wood Burner
Kitchen Breakfast Room
Boot Room Utility Room
Landing
Main Bedroom Suite With Dressing Room and En Suite Bathroom With
Bath and Separate Shower
2 Bedrooms with Ensuite Shower Rooms
2 Further Bedrooms
Family Bathroom with Bath and Separate Shower
Detached Garage with Internal Staircase To Home Office
Car Port
Delightful South Facing Terrace and Gardens of approx. 0.47 of an
Acre
Second Entrance Driveway to the Rear
In All Extending To Approximately 4,684 Sq Ft
LOCATION
The twin villages of Aston Tirrold and Aston Upthorpe, which are
merged together as one, lie at the foot of the Berkshire Downs in
the valley just off the A417 Wantage to Streatley on Thames road as
it extends across the Downlands close to the historic Ridgeway
Path.
On the Downs there are numerous iron age, Roman and Saxon
earthworks and relics and the villages are believed to date from
Saxon times as tradition recalls that King Ethelred and his brother
Alfred later the king , heard mass in the village before defeating
the Danes nearby. Indeed Aston Upthorpes All Saints Church was
built on Saxon foundations, whereas St Michaels Church in Aston
Tirrold, dates from 1080 and was later remodelled in the 13th
century. The Astons had a tradition of Presbyterianism and in 1728
a Presbyterian chapel was built, being one of the oldest in
existence in the country.
The villages boast numerous period properties of considerable
character, reflecting the growth and prosperity through the
centuries, many being listed as of significant historical and
architectural interest. Nowadays the villages successfully retain
their tranquil rural charm and way of life with farming and the
land still being the dominant local activity, along with a notable
thoroughbred Stud where many famous racehorse stallions stand.
There is a village hall built in 1964, a sports cricket ground, a
village pub, and a repair garage.
There are good road communications to the surrounding towns
including Didcot and Wallingford and the fast A34 dual carriageway
linking Newbury with Oxford is a short drive. The M4 motorway at
junction 12 or 13 is also within easy striking distance. Nearby
stations at Cholsey and Didcot for trains to Reading and London
Paddington.
In addition to having well revered and outstanding local state
primary and secondary schooling nearby, 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.
Crossrail Elizabeth Line services have commenced from Reading,
connected to directly via multiple nearby railway stations such as
Didcot, Cholsey, and Goring & Streatley, with the full service
scheduled to commence shortly, which together with the completed
electrification of the line has significantly improved travelling
times to East and West destinations.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Having been renovated and extended to a high specification by the
current owners, Lime House is a stunning family residence. Entrance
opens into a generous hallway with limestone flooring. It has a
cloakroom and staircase, plus access to the boot utility room to
the left and entrance into the family room to the right. Internal
glazed double doors then lead into the fabulous reception areas
with views directly onto the terrace and garden beyond, giving a
wonderful feeling of inside outside living. Oak herringbone
flooring runs through from the dining room down to the drawing
room. The drawing room has a beautiful panelled fire surround and
wood burner with French doors for garden access. There is a sitting
room with large picture window, capturing the garden and then the
room flows into the dining room. At the far end is the kitchen
which incorporates a breakfast area and family room which is a
lovely social space. There are French doors to the terrace and
large picture window. The kitchen is handmade and incorporates a
large island with marble worktops and the floor is limestone tiles.
The downstairs has underfloor heating to all areas, except the
family room to the front of the house and the boot utility room.
Upstairs is a large landing with loft access. The loft has a drop
down ladder and offers plenty of storage. The main bedroom suite
has a separate dressing room, then leads into the bedroom with
luxurious ensuite, benefitting from a Victoria Albert bath and
separate walk in shower. There are 2 further bedrooms, both with
ensuite shower rooms and 2 additional bedrooms and a family
bathroom with bath and corner shower. Much care and attention has
been given to this property, resulting in a beautifully presented
and spacious home. An early viewing is advised
OUTSIDE
Privately approached behind hedging to the front, entrance is onto
the driveway with lawned area to the front. The driveway curves up
to the garaging and car port and offers plenty of parking. The
detached garage has one open car port bay and one closed bay. An
internal staircase then takes you up to the office above, offering
a great opportunity for home working. The main garden at the back
of the house is south facing with lush lawn and mature trees
running round to the side. The mainly hedged boundaries offer
complete privacy. A long terrace leading from the reception rooms
mirror the inside space, with 2 seating areas and dining allowing
for wonderful al fresco living and entertaining. To the back left
hand corner of the garden is a second driveway entrance coming
directly off Baker Street. The peaceful private outdoor space
compliments this wonderful residence.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Services Mains water, electricity, drainage, and gas are connected.
Underfloor heating to all of downstairs, except boot utility room
and front family room. Superfast Broadband connected
Postcode OX11 9EJ
Energy Efficiency Rating C 79
Local Authority South Oxfordshire District Council Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices turn left and continue over the river bridge to
the traffic lights at the crossroads at Streatley on Thames. Turn
right and take the first left turning into Wantage Road A417,
continue on this road until you reach a right turning signposted
for Aston Tirrold. Continue on this road and into Baker Street. At
the end of the street, with The Chequers Bar & Restaurant on your
right, turn left and Lime House is the house on the left with the
high grassed bank in front.
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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