Welcome to 8 Lockstile Mead, Reading, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the RG8 0AE area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £682,500 and a rental potential of £4,436 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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8 LOCKSTILE MEAD, GORING ON THAMES
Pangbourne on Thames 5 miles Reading 9 miles
Wallingford 6 miles Newbury 13 miles
Oxford 20 miles M4 at Theale J12 10 miles
Henley on Thames 12 miles
Description of Property
A beautifully presented detached house of 1517 sq ft in a
favourable location, close to the village shops, primary school,
river and a short walking distance to the railway station at
Goring.
Reception Hall
Cloakroom with Shower and Utility Area
Study
Bedroom 4 Family Room
Living Room with open fireplace
Fully fitted Kitchen Breakfast Room
3 Double bedrooms
Family Bathroom with Bath and Overhead Shower
Garage
Driveway
Garden with Summer House
In all approximately 1743 Sq Ft
LOCATION
Goring on Thames lies serenely in the beautiful Thames Valley set
between the Chiltern Hills in Oxfordshire and the Berkshire
Downlands opposite above the village of Streatley, the area known
geographically as the Goring Gap and designated an Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty .
In 2010 Goring was awarded the prestigious Oxfordshire Village of
the Year and also the coveted South of England title. Local
amenities include a super primary school, an excellent range of
interesting shops and restaurants, together with a riverside caf©,
boutique hotel, two olde worlde inns, health centre, veterinary
practice, dentist and library. Importantly, a mainline railway
station provides fast commuter services to London Paddington in
well under the hour. The area is also extremely well served by an
excellent range of state and private schooling which includes not
only the well revered Goring on Thames Primary School, but also
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.
The village also offers access to a wide range of outdoor pursuits
including walking and cycling Ridgeway, King Alfred‘s Way,
Streatley Hill including on the Tour of Briton , swimming, paddle
boarding, fishing, canoeing, & rowing with active and well
supported rowing and sailing clubs and football, cricket & tennis
all with popular and long established clubs.
The central village Conservation Area has a wealth of
architecturally interesting properties, many listed and dating from
around the 16th Century. Historically, Goring on Thames traces back
to Saxon times.
Streatley on Thames, on the Berkshire side of the river, is another
picturesque village surrounded by hills and woodlands now mainly
owned by the National Trust. Fronting onto the river by the bridge
crossing over to Goring is The Swan at Streatley, a luxury 4 star
riverside hotel with adjoining Coppa Club and leisure and fitness
facilities.
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
8 Lockstile Mead is a beautifully presented detached house with
garage, driveway and private garden with a garden studio. The front
porch leads into the reception hall with stair access. There is oak
flooring in most of the downstairs rooms, apart from in the
cloakroom and kitchen where they are tiled. The cloakroom has both
a shower and utility area. All reception rooms overlook the rear of
the property, with the sitting room having dual aspect and an open
fireplace. Steps take you up to the kitchen breakfast room with
bifold doors leading to the south facing terrace. Upstairs there
are 3 double bedrooms and family bathroom with bath and overhead
shower
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a private driveway at the front of
the property leading up to the single garage. On the left hand side
is a gate taking you to a bike store. The main garden is south
facing and has many lovely features. The raised terrace comes off
the kitchen and offers a perfect opportunity for al fresco dining.
There is a lawn area and deep borders with many shrubs, trees and
flowers. The garden studio is a perfect spot for working or sitting
and enjoying the garden. At the rear are raised vegetable and fruit
beds and a large shed. Hedging and fence surrounds the boundary,
giving much privacy.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Services All main services are connected. Central heating and hot
water from Air Source Heat Pump. Solar Panels which significantly
reduce bills during the sunny months. There is an electric charging
point.
Council Tax Band F
Postcode RG8 0AE
Energy Efficiency Rating B
Local Authority South Oxfordshire District Council Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of the village turn right and
proceed up the high street. At the railway bridge, turn left and
then immediately right into Lockstile Way. In a further 200 yards,
bear left into Lockstile Mead and 8 Lockstile Mead will be found on
the right hand side half way down.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co
DISCLAIMER
N.B. 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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