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" A spacious character first floor apartment contained within historic country house conversion enjoying unrivalled southerly views set within about 11 acres of formal landscaped grounds situated on the edge of unspoilt Berkshire village.

Newbury ? 8 miles
Reading ? 11 miles
Oxford ? 24 miles
Pangbourne & Mainline Station ? 6 miles
Theale (M4/J12) ? 7 miles
Central London ? 52 miles
(Mileages are approximate)

Grand Communal Entrance Hall, Reception Hall, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility, Master Bedroom Suite with Bathroom, Further Double Bedroom, Shower Room, Cellarage, Passenger Lift, Garage, Magnificent Communal Grounds.

Yattendon
One of the most sought after villages in West Berkshire, lying on the southern edge of the Downland countryside, bordered by the Pang Valley in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village retains a rural character and is mainly owned by Yattendon Estates which farm and manage the surrounding farmland and forestry. The village boasts a village store and post office, hairdressing and beauty salon, along with the highly renowned Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant. There is a primary school, church, active tennis and cricket clubs with the Bradfield Sports and Tennis Centre only 4 miles distant.

Yattendon Court
A reputable country house reconstructed in 1925 for the late Lord Iliffe, the original property being designed by the famous architect Waterhouse. Essentially, the design is of the Elizabethan era, with intricate brickwork, timber framing and tall chimneys, situated on elevated ground with unrivalled southerly views across to the Hampshire Downs. The Court is completely secluded, being approached by a long rhododendron lined drive and set in about 11 acres of mature parkland grounds.

The Court was professionally converted in the late 1970?s providing 14 spacious character apartments, all retaining the intrinsic character of the house with access through a magnificent communal entrance hall leading to sweeping staircase with galleried landing. The availability represents a rare opportunity to acquire an elegant spacious apartment within a superior environment.

Accommodation: The apartment is as illustrated on the accompanying floorplan featuring the following:

? High ceilings
? Wide panel effect internal doors with brass furniture
? Electric night storage heating
? Fitted Shaker style kitchen
? Re-fitted bathroom and shower room

The Grounds: Yattendon Court is approached through impressive gated pillars, long private driveway through mature parkland to gravel parking area. The grounds are a particular feature of the property, being superbly and immaculately maintained, comprising about eleven acres of formal sweeping lawns, a profusion of established shrubs, flower borders, specimen trees, small arboretum, fish pool and loggia, the majority of which is south facing with glorious views.

Lock-up Garage: In separate block. Communal wash down area.

Energy Performance Rating: The full results of the Energy Performance Assessment can be supplied upon request.

Tenure: The property is held on the balance of a 999 year lease at a ground rent of ?5 per annum. The freehold of the Court and grounds is held by YCRA Management Services Limited, in which each leaseholder holds a share and whose elected management committee control the maintenance of the building through an appointed managing agent.

Maintenance & Service Charge: For 2017 - ?6,265.36 per annum to include all external and common part maintenance, decoration, cleaning, garden maintenance, building insurance, Estate water supply and contribution to sinking fund for major works.

Services: Mains water (via Estate pumps), drainage and electricity are connected.

Local Authority: West Berkshire Council, Market Street, Newbury.

Council Tax: Payable for year 2017/18 - ?2,015.59.

Post Code: RG18 0UT.

Directions: From Theale M4 (J12) - proceed towards Newbury on the A4 Theale bypass, at the end of which turn right, signposted Pangbourne. Take first turning left to Bradfield and Yattendon. Continue along this road for about 5 miles and before reaching the village of Yattendon, the entrance to Yattendon Court will be found on the right-hand side. Proceed through the pillared iron gates to the parking area in front of the Court.

From Chieveley M4 (J13) - follow the signposts to Hermitage and in the centre of the village, turn right signposted Yattendon. Proceed through the village past the Church and the School and shortly afterwards the entrance to Yattendon Court will be found on the left hand side. "