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We’re delighted to introduce Charles Cottages, a stunning four-bedroom country residence in the sought-after Oxfordshire village of Childrey, that comes complete with its own little piece of history. This Grade II Listed country house is an amalgamation of a terrace of cottages, the former village blacksmith’s forge and the wheelwrights barn. In 1644, at the height of the English Civil War, King Charles I rested in Childrey for several days while travelling between Oxford and Marlborough and had his horse shod at the smithy. The name Charles Cottages commemorates the royal patronage.Now a comfortable and stylish home, the 500-year-old Charles Cottages is a wonderful example of period restoration with extensive and spacious living areas. Magnificent beamed ceilings, lime-plastered and panelled walls, original fireplaces and flagstone floors are among its prime vintage features.The current owners have undertaken a major refurbishment and reconfiguration of this beautiful heritage period home – and the results speak for themselves. Charles Cottages is beautifully presented, radiating mellow character and a rare authenticity whilst offering all the comforts of a 21st-century lifestyle. It would suit a spectrum of home-seekers from those with a young family to downsizers in search of a peaceful rural retirement, or equally it would make a great ‘lock up and leave’ to escape to at weekends and holidays.Charles Cottages nestles centrally in Childrey amidst beautifully landscaped gardens, handily near the village shop and coffee bar, farm shop, pub and church. Here you have all the facets of a comfortable rural lifestyle in one of those picture-postcard villages that home-hunters aspire to live in, and then remain for years - that’s why premium homes here so rarely come up for sale.We’re sure you want to learn all the finer details of the delightful Charles Cottages . .Country Living At Its Very BestWith an unusually generous plot for the centre of a village, Charles Cottages has the undoubted bonus of gravelled parking for four cars and planning permission for a timber 3 bay garage. It’s an attractive merger of white-washed cottages – one of them thatched – the red-brick building which was the blacksmith’s forge and the barn which was the wheelwright’s.The current owners clearly have an exquisite eye for detail and the front door opens into a lovely spacious, light and airy entrance hall with painted floorboards and winding flagstone steps down to the 20x16ft kitchen/breakfast room - similarly flooded with light thanks to windows front and rear - with original flagstone floor, profusion of ceiling beams and cosy farmhouse vibe, all warmed by a traditional aga stove.The spacious kitchen/breakfast room has been totally refurbished with fitted units, a large marble-topped central island, Belfast sink, American-style fridge/freezer and aga stove. Just off the kitchen is a large, easily accessible cellar for storing groceries and your wine collection at the perfect temperature.Leading off the kitchen is an attractive overhead-lit rear lobby, also accessed from the entrance hall, with a door to the rear garden.To the right of the kitchen is the wonderful dining hall – the jewel in the crown of this lovely home. Built out of the former wheelwright’s barn, this splendid Medieval-style hall measures 30ft x 26ft and has a high timber vaulted roof with statement cross beams, original white-painted stone walls and oak flooring. It’s the perfect place to entertain, complete with a cosy lounge area to relax in front of the wood-burner. Glazed French doors lead onto the stylish garden terrace and, tucked away in the corner, there’s a utility room containing the washing machine and dryer and a big storage cupboard.Head back through the entrance hall and discover the delightfully spacious 18x18ft drawing room, a refined and tranquil haven that’s perfect for entertaining guests in front of the open inglenook fireplace. This leads on to a second sitting room with original brick flooring. This cosy room is sure to be where the family will gather around the wood-burner - set within another magnificent inglenook - and relax in front of the TV. All the rooms have good ceiling heights.A big boot room, sunny half-panelled study overlooking the garden and a guest bedroom, with en-suite WC, complete the ground floor line-up. There’s also outline planning for a single-storey 16x16ft extension to the rear of this bedroom, with flexibility for use depending on your requirements (subject to planning).And So To Bed . .On the first floor are a three luxurious country-cottage ensuite bedrooms. The principal bedroom, 16x14ft is simply gorgeous, nestled under the beamed and vaulted eaves and with a stylish en-suite complete with a centrally positioned rolltop bath and walls lined with bespoke wardrobes and cupboards.The second bedroom, 19x16ft is ideal for guests and has its own en-suite shower room.Finally, the third bedroom is accessed by stairs from the boot room and has large built-in wardrobe and access to a bathroom with corner shower and bath tub. A fourth guest bedroom with WC is located on the ground floor.Glorious GardensThe well planned and professionally landscaped gardens are clearly the work of someone with a practised eye, abundant with carefully-designed and planted borders, tubs and raised planters and a blaze of beautiful colour in the spring and summer.Secluded and tranquil, the south-facing terraces outside the kitchen and dining hall enjoy the sun all day long. Designed on two levels the terraces are the perfect place for the family to relax, dine al fresco or entertain guests. It’s a delightful spot for pre- or post-dinner drinks, screened by high pleached hedging and with wide gravelled tiers to add interest.The remainder of the garden is laid to lawn and flower borders, with a shed to tuck away all the gardening paraphernalia.Round And AboutChildrey is quite a rarity for a small village as residents are blessed with all they need for a happy and fulfilled lifestyle directly on their doorstep. It’s a friendly, thriving community with lots going on throughout the year with choir, fitness and wi.Many families choose the village for the highly-regarded primary school, The Ridgeway ce, which is Ofsted-rated ‘good’, and Little Ducks pre-school, while secondary-age children can board a bus to King Alfred’s School in Wantage, just three miles away. There are also bus services to excellent independent schools including Our Lady’s, Abingdon School and the School of St Helen & St Katharine.This is picturesque walking country with an endless choice of pretty routes – it’s close to the famous White Horse Hill too. If you fancy one with refreshment at the end of it, take a pleasant stroll through the fields to the award-winning Star Inn in nearby Sparsholt – recently taken over by the Michelin award-winning team at The Woodspeen in Newbury.For supermarkets, including Waitrose, the historic market town of Wantage has all the shops, pubs, restaurants and leisure options your heart desires. There’s easy road access to Oxford, Swindon and Newbury plus frequent trains to London from nearby Didcot Parkway station.
£ 1,500,000
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Description:A substantial detached house set in an elevated position on the edge of Streatley, offering fantastic countryside views at the rear. The property offers flexible accommodation including four double bedrooms and three bathrooms in the main house, with the possibility of a loft conversion (subject to usual permissions). The property also benefits from outbuildings including a fully self contained one bedroom annexe and an insulated timber garden studio perfect for home working. Available with no onward chain, the accommodation includes: Entrance and reception halls, WC, sitting room, kitchen/diner, utility, study/play room, main bedroom suite with en-suite and dressing room, en-suite guest bedroom, two further double bedrooms and family bathroom, plus one bedroom annexe and summerhouse. EPC Rating C.Local information:Recognised as one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames known as the 'Goring Gap', the villages of Goring & Streatley lie on opposite sides of the river in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering many amenities such as shops, restaurants, hotels, pubs and a highly sought after primary school and pre-school, Goring is also conveniently located for commuting to London (56 minutes) and Reading (15 minutes), Oxford (25 minutes) by train, or easily accessible to nearby towns such as Henley-on-Thames by car. The spectacular scenery in and around the Goring Gap is the setting for such classic books as Wind in the Willows, Watership Down and Three men in a Boat.Views of Goring Lock, the weirs and the rural landscape, especially as seen from the bridge, are some of the most photographed and painted scenes in England. The village has a thriving local community with a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups - latest news and events are available on the village website at accommodation:The front door opens to a split landing. A half staircase leads down to a reception hall, with French doors to the rear patio, a WC, and glazed folding doors to the sitting room. This room has a woodburning stove with stone surround and French doors to the rear patio. The kitchen/diner is fitted with a painted range of units, with Blue Pearl granite worktops, a matching central island, integral dishwasher and microwave, and space for a 7 ring gas range cooker, American style fridge/freezer and wine fridge. The kitchen also leads to a utility room with an auxiliary sink, space for washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge with ample storage and a door to the front. Also accessible from the kitchen is a further reception room, ideal as a study or play room.To the first floor is a galleried landing with access to the partially boarded loft (agent's note: There is potential for loft conversion, subject to usual permissions, which would add up to an additional 570 sq ft of accommodation). The main bedroom suite has double windows offering a fantastic rear outlook over the rolling hills in the distance. The suite also includes a dressing room with a full range of bespoke wardrobes and an en-suite fitted with both a bath and separate shower and full tiling. The guest room is also rear aspect with a lovely view and an en-suite shower room, again with full tiling. There are two further double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes, and a family bathroom fitted with a bath with shower over and full tiling.Outside space & outbuildings:Double five bar timber gates open onto a hardstanding drive providing ample off street parking. Gated access at both sides leads to the rear.The rear garden faces East and is tiered to provide different areas. A flagstone patio runs the length of the house providing ample outdoor seating, with a fantastic elevated outlook over the distant rolling countryside. Steps lead down to an additional patio/barbecue area and level lawn, with access to the garden studio. A further set of steps lead down again to another level lawned area, with a shed and raised vegetable beds. An artificially turfed space at the side provides a golf/sporting area. The garden is fully enclosed by timber fencing.There is a timber garden studio in the rear garden with full insulation, electric heating and cooling system and a WC, providing the perfect work from home environment. There is also a garden store at the side.Located at the front is a self contained annexe offering a living space, fully fitted kitchen and a double bedroom with en-suite wet room with full tiling. A door from the living room leads out to a decked seating area at the front. (Agent's note: This can be rented out to provide additional income).Additional information:West Berkshire District Council. Tax Band G. Gas fired central heating. Solar panels benefitting from the feed in tariff.ConveyancingThrough our partners Lifetime Legal, we can introduce you to solicitors who specialise in conveyancing. Ask us for further information today.Mortgagesyour home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgageExclusive deals are made available to Embrace Financial Services by primis Mortgage Network, to which Embrace Financial Services are an Appointed RepresentativeDavis Tate Limited is an Introducer Appointed Representative of primis Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for mortgages, protection insurance and general insurance products.Embrace Financial Services Ltd. Is an Appointed Representative of primis Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.Lettings and managementWe offer a complete range of services for Landlords, from fully managed lets to advertising only. Each Landlord who chooses full management has a personal Property Manager and all our fees are based on a ‘no let - no fee’ basis.DisclaimerThese particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.Buyers informationTo conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £36 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.Referral feesWe may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Davis Tate.DGO210040/
£ 1,600,000
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Coulings is an attractive Grade II listed village house dating from the mid-17th century with later 18th and 19th-century additions.The property has versatile accommodation and well-proportioned rooms, including the drawing room and dining room, both with fireplaces and a sitting room with Victorian open fire and bay window.There is a workshop/store within the house which could be used for other purposes and a separate office/studio.The walled garden is mainly laid to lawn with wonderful mature borders. There are three ponds, a vegetable garden, a BBQ area and fruit trees, including apple and plum.There are a variety of outbuildings, including a fantastic Berkshire barn with stairs leading to space above. At the front of the property, there is a brick building with a fireplace.The property is approached via a five-bar gate which leads to a gravel drive and garage with electric door and adjacent log store.Coulings is situated in a Conservation Area in the heart of East Hendred, a picturesque village close to the Ridgeway. The village lies at the foot of the Berkshire Downs in the historic Vale of the White Horse and sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.East Hendred has excellent facilities, including two churches, two public houses and a village shop with a post office. There is also a community centre, sports club and museum.Access to London Paddington via Didcot takes about 35 minutes, while the A34 provides easy access to Oxford and the M40 to the north and Newbury and the M4 to the south. Junction 13 of the M4 is about 17 miles away.The market town of Wantage provides good day to day facilities and the city of Oxford, about 14 miles, has extensive shopping facilities and exceptional recreational and cultural opportunities.East Hendred has a pre-school and two well-regarded primary schools, one Roman Catholic and the other Church of England. As well as good state schools there are excellent independent schools in the area, including Cothill, Pinewood, St Hugh's and The Manor as well as Abingdon, Radley, St Edwards, The International School near Abingdon, St Helens and St Catherine's, Magdalen College and Oxford High.Wantage 4 miles, Abingdon 6 miles, Didcot (London Paddington 45 minutes) 5 miles, Oxford 14 miles, Newbury 16 miles, M4 (J13) 17 miles (Distances and times approximate).
£ 1,625,000
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Fawley Manor is an impressive Jacobean manor house set in an idyllic rural position in the North Wessex Downs’ Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb). The house is of historical interest and has been lovingly restored over the past 40 years. The manor is arranged over four floors around a stunning, original staircase which winds the full length of the house and offers the perfect mix of more formal and casual living areas. On the ground floor of particular note is the Old Hall which is a wonderful period piece room with an impressive 17th Century open fireplace, an original screens passage, oak panelling and large stone mullioned windows looking out across the formal gardens which can be directly accessed via double oak doors. On the floor above, there is an equally impressive reception room known as the Oak Room which is a magnificent oak panelled room approaching 30 feet in length with an open fireplace and commanding high level views over the Downs. The main core of the house is classical Jacobean and extends to approximately 6,000 sq ft. A substantial wing, believed to have been added in the 19th Century, amounts to approximately 4,000 sq ft, and is currently used as separate accommodation. This could be incorporated into the main house if desired.The gardens and grounds at Fawley Manor are mature and have been cleverly designed with the history of the house in mind. There is a focus on strong geometrical topiary and avenues of evergreen trees. Close to the house are formal box parterres, again inspired by the Jacobean period. The house is approached via a sweeping driveway punctuated by mature beech topiary domes, culminating in a charming cobbled courtyard in front of the house. There is an old tennis court, a pond, an old orchard and a cutting garden. Beyond the formal gardens is a strip of woodland covered in snowdrops in the Winter and bluebells in Spring.There is a row of brick and flint outbuildings, of which the Little Barn has plumbing and electricity and could be used as a separate cottage subject to the necessary planning consents. There is also a substantial run of stables which complements the pony paddocks next to the formal gardens.Fawley Manor is situated in an elevated position within the hamlet of South Fawley. The neighbouring village of North Fawley has a beautiful church and an active local community. The larger village of Great Shefford which is also in easy reach, has a village shop with post office and a popular pub. There is a wealth of bridleways and byways for walking, horse riding and cycling across the Downs. The Ridgeway, an ancient track across particularly beautiful and remote high ridges and paths which pass by Age-old forts and barrows with figures of horses cut into chalk, is less than a couple of miles away. The nearby pretty market town of Wantage has a weekly market, regular farmers’ market and a good range of shops including a Waitrose supermarket. There is also a library, museum, cafes and restaurants. Hungerford, another nearby market town noted for its many antique shops, also has a wide choice of excellent facilities. Newbury and Oxford cater for most other shopping and entertainments. Communications in the area are excellent, with a fast train service from Didcot or Newbury into London Paddington, and easy access to the M4 and A34 linking easily to London, Heathrow Airport and the West Country. There is a wide choice of highly regarded schools in the area including Cothill, Pinewood, Bradfield College, Radley College, Abingdon, St Edwards, Marlborough College and Downe House.Fawley Manor has a long and rich history dating back to the reign of King Edward the Confessor in the 11th century and sits on the same site as the previous manor house, South Fawley Manor. South Fawley Manor survived the Norman Conquest in 1066 and remained as a royal manor until 1594 when it was sold to Francis Moore. Moore was the son of a yeoman from East Ilsley who made his fortune as a barrister and was knighted in 1616. He served as mp for Reading in the late 16th and early 17th century. Francis Moore is credited with building the present manor house in 1614 and lived there until his death in 1621. The Moore family were staunch royalists, and following the Battle of Newbury in 1644 during the English Civil Wars, troops of the King’s Life Guards were quartered at the Manor house. In the 19th century the famous novelist Thomas Hardy is said to have visited Fawley Manor which inspired the writing of his novel, Jude the Obscure, and Hardy gave Jude the surname Fawley and the village of North Fawley he called Marygreen.
£ 4,750,000
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