A delightful six bedroom home in the heart of this picturesque and highly sought after Downland village combining the tranquility of village life with the convenience of nearby market towns, excellent schooling and road and rail links
Nestled in the centre of this highly desirable village, this beautifully presented six-bedroom home occupies an elevated position, offering far-reaching views towards the Ridgeway from its upper floors. Set back from the road, the property combines period charm with modern comfort, having been thoughtfully extended and comprehensively renovated by the current owners to create a spacious, light-filled family home. Originally built in the 1930s, the home retains its character while providing superbly appointed accommodation across three floors. Mature front and rear gardens further enhance its appeal.
Ground Floor The property opens via an attractive oak-framed porch into a welcoming entrance hall with staircase to the first floor. At the heart of the home lies the kitchen/breakfast room, a perfect family hub featuring solid oak cabinetry, a large central island, and ample space for informal dining. Adjoining the kitchen is a generous dining room with bi-fold doors to the garden, offering versatility for entertaining or everyday living. The sitting room, complete with fireplace and wood-burning stove, is a cosy retreat with French doors to the front garden, while a third reception room provides an ideal playroom or TV room. A well-proportioned utility/boot room and separate cloakroom complete the ground floor.
First Floor The first floor offers four comfortable bedrooms and a family bathroom, providing excellent space for a growing family.
Second Floor The top floor is dedicated to the principal suite, featuring a spacious bedroom with en-suite shower room, alongside a single bedroom currently used as a study. A large landing cupboard offers valuable storage.
Outside Approached via a gravel driveway, the property enjoys a south-facing walled front garden, mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature planting. A pathway leads to the garden to the rear, also laid to lawn, with a terrace ideal for alfresco dining, and two garden sheds, one with power.
Please note: For the past 40 years approximately, a section of the rear garden has been leased from the Hendred Estate.
Situation This sought-after 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 particularly active community centre, a bus service, many sports clubs supporting all ages (football, cricket, tennis (including pickle), darts) several children’s playground and a museum about the village.
The property has excellent commuter links with trains from Didcot railway station (5.4 miles) to London Paddington from 37 minutes. 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 away, has extensive shopping facilities and exceptional recreational and cultural opportunities.
East Hendred itself has a toddler group, pre-school and two well-regarded primary schools, one Roman Catholic and the other Church of England.
As well as good local state schools, there are excellent independent schools in the area, including Abingdon, St Helens and St Katherine's, Radley, The Manor, St Hugh's, Cothill, Pinewood and the well reputed Oxford schools.
Additional information Services: All mains services are connected. Gas fired central heating Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor excluding the sitting room. Tenure: Freehold Local Authority: Vale of white Horse District Council Council Tax: Band G Broadband speeds and mobile phone coverage can be checked here: checker.ofcom.org.uk. Offcom checker indicates mobile coverage is good outdoor with ultrafast broadband available.
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