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WHINWHISTLES – BELL LANE
ALDWORTH – WEST BERKSHIRE

Streatley on Thames / Goring on Thames – 2.5 Miles??? Wallingford – 8 Miles???
Oxford – 21 Miles??? Newbury – 11 Miles??? Reading – 13 Miles
M4 at J12 – 9 Miles??? M4 at J13 – 8 Miles??? A34 at East Ilsley– 4.5 Miles
(Distances & times approximate)

Idyllically located in a most desirable location within this quintessential English village, peacefully situated in most delightfully mature gardens and grounds of approximately 0.25 of an acre, yet just a short walk to the village pubs, village hall & cricket pitch, and church, or a short drive to extensive amenities and schooling, as well as for a mainline railway station, providing direct access to London Paddington within the hour.

A charming modern and contemporary residence with well-appointed accommodation, extending to approximately 1,925 sq ft, inclusive integral double garage, yielding great light and space, affording 4 bedrooms and 3 reception rooms, with clear further potential afforded also, subject to planning, which has previously been passed. Careful planning and attention has been provided to combine modern open plan living with that of a rather more traditional nature also, whilst embracing the delightfully mature gardens and grounds and encapsulating an al fresco lifestyle, providing for a delightful family home.

• Rarely Available To The Market A Most Delightful Cotemporary Home Extending To Approximately 1,925 Sq Ft situated in Approximately 0.25 Acre Of Mature Gardens & Grounds

• Prestigious Quiet Village Location in Conservation Area and in a designated “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”

• Within Close Driving Distance Of Extensive Amenities, Schooling, Mainline Railway Station To London Paddington & Scenic Riverside

• Spacious Private Driveway

• Reception Hall
• Cloakroom
• Kitchen / Breakfast Room / Dining Room
• Utility Room
• Sitting Room With Fireplace & Log Burner
• Study
• Landing
• 4 Bedrooms
• Family Bathroom

• Integral Double Garage

• In All Extending To Approximately 1,925 Sq Ft

• Mature Landscaped Gardens & Grounds Of Approximately 0.25 Acre

• Within the Downs School catchment area

• Excellent range of State and Private schools in local area

LOCATION
Aldworth is a small and much prized rural village lying high up on the Berkshire Downs approximately 600ft above sea level, close to the ancient Ridgeway Path and in a designated “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”. The village is historically linked to agriculture and farming and this way of life still continues today thus retaining its unspoilt charm and character with there having been little intrusive development.

There are two well-respected local Inns namely ”The Bell” in the village square and the thatched “Four Points” as well as a notable church St Mary’s, which dates from the 12th century and is well worth visiting to see the 14th century monuments to the De La Beche family, known as the Aldworth Giants. There is a cricket field by the newly built Village Hall, the latter providing numerous social and community activities.

Located just off the B4009 road to Newbury and only a 5 minute drive from Streatley / Goring on Thames where there are good shopping facilities and amenities including a mainline station providing fast commuter services up to London (Paddington) in under the hour.

The village also has good road communications for the major centres of Newbury, Reading, Oxford and the M4 motorway at Junctions 12 (Theale) or 13 (Chieveley). The A.34 at East Ilsley linking the South Coast with the Midlands is also within a short drive.?

N.B. Crossrail services are scheduled to be commencing from Reading shortly which together with the electrifying of the line will significantly improve travelling times to central London destinations.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Privately tucked away within the heart of this quintessentially English village, yet just a short drive to the river Thames, village shops and restaurants, schooling, and mainline railway station, which provides direct access to London within the hour, Whinwhistles is a most delightful family home, peacefully situated in mature gardens and grounds of approximately 0.25 of an acre.

Yielding a light and airy feeling throughout, a central hallway and landing form the central part of the house, of which all main rooms lead directly off, encapsulating a spacious yet peaceful note. Offering spacious modern and contemporary accommodation, including 4 bedrooms and a family bathroom, and 3 reception rooms, including a utility room and integral double garage, the accommodation extends to approximately 1,925 sq ft.

Whilst most well-appointed and spacious, the gardens and house appointment offer clear further potential to enlarge the home, and previously planning permission was granted for a two storey extension.

A simply wonderful opportunity, early viewing of Whinwhistles is highly recommended.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a quiet rural lane, which at the further end runs out on to The Ridgeway, with a private gravelled driveway to the frontage providing off road parking and leading up to the front door and integral double garage. The house stands in an extensive garden plot approaching 0.25 of an acre, with far reaching views from the first floor to be found in the distance.

Mainly laid to lawn there is a mature and attractive backdrop of trees and shrubs towards the end of the garden, providing an exciting “Den” like environment for children, with further planting to the side boundaries offering a colourful ever changing vista throughout the seasons.

Across the back of the house, there is a delightful wide and deep stone flagged terrace, with a. further raised terrace on timber sleepers, simply perfect for ‘Al Fresco’ dining.

Most attractive and private, detailing a most interesting blend in design of formal gardens with mini park-like surroundings, the gardens and grounds must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Services: Mains water and electricity are connected. Private septic tank drainage.? Oil fired central heating and domestic hot water.

Technology: Gigaclear ultrafast broadband up to 900Mbps is available subject to contract agreement.

Postcode: RG8 9RR

Energy Efficiency Rating: D / 66

Local Authority: West Berkshire District Council – Telephone:

DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring-on-Thames, turn left and proceed down the High Street, crossing over the river bridge and continue up to the top of the High Street where at the traffic lights proceed straight across on to the B4009 to Newbury. Continue on this road for a further 2? miles and on reaching Aldworth turn right at the crossroads into Bell Lane, and Whinwhistles is the first house on the left-hand side.

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.