Thatched Cottage • Bradfield Southend • Description: A detached, period thatched Grade II Recent improvements to include : Thatched Cottage, Bradfield listed cottage of immense charm, dating back in part to Garage roof replaced – 2012 the 16th century with later additions. Set within a very Thatched ridge replaced – 2009 Southend, Berkshire pretty area and sought after area and bounded by the Thatch remedial repairs – August 2015 village green. The cottage enjoys a sunny aspect and is very secluded. Electrical: New consumer unit 2009 New armoured cabling to electrical wiring in loft space 2013 Newbury 9 miles, Reading 8 miles, M4 The Thatched Cottage is in superb order throughout and has been the subject of a thorough and tasteful Garage rewired and new consumer unit 2013 (junc 12) 5 miles, modernisation and refurbishment programme by the train station 4 miles, present owners creating an elegant, character country Boiler: cottage. New oil fired boiler installed 2005 5 miles New pump 2014 (all measurements and distances are approximate) The property enjoys spacious, well lit accommodation with original exposed beams to ceilings and large open SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION: Entrance hall * 1799 sq ft/ 167.2 sq m (approx.) log fire. The property has retained much of its original Cloakroom * Sitting room * Living room * Dining room * features and is a truly beautiful example of its period. Good sized kitchen with breakfast area * 3 double Gardens extending to bedrooms * Bathroom with separate shower 0.216 acres/0.087 ha (approx.) All three bedrooms are doubles. * Double detached garage * Office overlooking the gardens with power and lighting * Recently re-roofed The Thatched Cottage is in impeccable decorative order * Security light * Exterior light * Internal power and light * throughout, it would be very difficult to find a better Large brick paved parking area forming a wide courtyard Your attention is drawn to the important notice on page 7 presented cottage of this period. before the garage * Electrically operated close panel boarded timber entrance gate.

C:\Users\Katherine\Documents\Photos\Blenheim barn 6.JPG GARDENS AND GROUNDS: The rear gardens are beautifully maintained with a large The highly regarded junior school is just across the road, it is a Primary school and the lawned area, with a number of established flower beds, good sized heated swimming children have left by 3.30pm and they are not in school at the week ends or indeed pool with an electric safety cover which prevents animals wriggling under it and is the summer / Christmas holidays and therefore there really is minimal disturbance to strong enough for an adult to fall onto and therefore is very safe for children, pets and this peaceful village lane. other wildlife. There are plenty of pubs within the area with the local, Queen’s Head, a short distance The front gardens have a pretty patio and raised decked area with a hot tub. There is and the The Bull at is within easy driving distance. a gate giving access to the village green/ playing fields. In Bradfield there is a fine sports and fitness centre with membership open to the public, In total extending to 0.216 acres/ 0.087 ha. with indoor tennis courts, marvellous indoor swimming pool, squash and fitness centre.

Local Facilities : There are good golfing facilities locally at Bradfield College open to residents by application, and a further 9 holes at St Andrew’s School just up the road. There are lots Bradfield Southend is a vibrant village with a fantastic village community. The village of footpaths, bridle paths and an equestrian centre in Bradfield. store is within a couple of minutes walk and is well used, offering an excellent selection of day to day sundries to include milk, bread, vegetables, newspapers etc and a post Schools: office. There are excellent schools within the area to include Southend Bradfield Primary The village also has a village hall, tennis courts, active cricket club with pavillion and school, St Andrews preparatory school and at Woolhampton and secondary playing fields. Lots of country walks in the area. school at Theale, Bradfield College, Pangbourne College, The Oratory and Downe House, all within easy reach by car. Montessori nursery school at Bradfield Southend.

Directions : From the offices of Dudley Singleton turn left, proceed over the mini roundabout passing The Elephant Hotel on the right and the Cross Keys pub on the left toward . Pass through Tidmarsh, over the M4, take the next right signposted to Bradfield. Proceed through the centre of Bradfield and Bradfield College buildings until you reach a sloping T-junction with a war memorial on your left. Turn right. Proceed into Bradfield Southend and a short distance along the road on the right is The Queen’s Head. This is Cock Lane, turn right. Proceed down the road a short distance until you can see the primary school and the property will be found on the left hand side, gable end on to the vehicular access to the school. Just before you come to the cottage there is a car parking area before some timber gates, pull in here. These gates are just before the garage belonging to the property.

Services : Mains water, electricity and drainage, oil fired central heating.

Postcode : RG7 6HN

Local Authority : Council Council Tax: Band F

Viewing by arrangement with vendor’s agent, Dudley Singleton & Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN. Tel: 0118 984 2662

Email: [email protected].

Website: www.singletonanddaughter.co.uk, rightmove.co.uk, onthemarket.com, mayfairoffice.co.uk Office: Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London, W1 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Dudley Singleton & Daughter for themselves and for the vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that: 1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items. We relied upon our own brief inspection and information supplied to us by the vendors. (i) The description, including photographs of the property and its contents, are intended to be a guide only rather than a detailed and accurate report and inventory. (ii) Floor plans, measurements, areas and distances are intended to be approximately only. (iii) Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements. The position of bathroom fittings as shown on the plan is indicative only – sizes, shapes and the exact locations may differ. Wall thicknesses, together with window and door sizes are approximate only and window and door openings are shown without frame details. (iv) Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current and no assumption should be made that any contents shown in them are included in the sale. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them: 3. No person in the employment of Dudley Singleton & Daughter has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the Vendor. 4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or surveyor. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 7AN Tel: 0118 984 2662 www.singletonanddaughter.co.uk [email protected] London Office : Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London W1.