2 the Maltings West Ilsley Berkshire
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2 THE MALTINGS www.warmingham.com WEST ILSLEY BERKSHIRE 2 THE MALTINGS WEST ILSLEY BERKSHIRE NEWBURY – 10 miles WANTAGE – 7 ½ miles ABINGDON – 11 ½ miles OXFORD – 15 miles M4 at CHIEVELEY (junction 13) – 6 ½ miles DIDCOT – 7 miles EAST ILSLEY – 1 ½ miles COMPTON – 3 miles Distances & Times Approximate Quietly tucked away in an exclusive no through road within this delightful picturesque Downland village, the setting is simply delightful, within only a short drive of arterial routes providing access to London and beyond. A 5 bedroom detached family home of generous proportions, fully refurbished and immaculately presented throughout, with impressive mature gardens and grounds enjoying stunning views over the surrounding countryside. Impressive Detached Family Home Sought After Residential Area In Downland Village Within Catchment For The ‘Outstanding’ Downs Secondary School Reception Hall Cloakroom Kitchen / Dining Room Sitting Room with wood burning stove LOCATION Dining Room Quietly tucked away in a fold of the Berkshire Downlands is the small rustic village of West Ilsley, surrounded by scenic rolling hills. A Roman road abounds the Parish on the west and above it is the ancient Ridgeway Path, which traces its timeless way across the Downs to Streatley Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room where it crosses the Thames and onwards into the Chilterns. The village has an array of rambling farmhouses, old cottages and barns and some fine houses, notably West Ilsley House, formerly the 3 Further Double Bedrooms home of the Morland family, which dates from Queen Anne’s. Close to the village is Hodcot House which is now a famous horseracing 5th Bedroom/Study establishment. Family Bathroom The village, historically linked to farming and agriculture, still continues this rural way of life today remaining largely unspoilt, albeit it has become more residential benefiting from the excellent road communications. There is plenty going on for all age groups. The cricket and Double Garage tennis clubs both have regular activities throughout the summer months for the younger members of the community. Not to be missed is Timber Storage Shed the annual village fete and lively pre-fete dance. The village website, www.westilsley.org.uk provides further details and is well worth a visit. Private Gravelled Driveway There is also a thriving public house overlooking the cricket field and pavilion which has become well known for its food. For rail commuters there are fast regular mainline services up to London (Paddington) from nearby Didcot. Mature landscaped Gardens & Grounds of approx. 0.5 The village also benefits from having excellent education close at hand with the renowned ‘The Downs’ secondary school, St Helen & St Acres Katharine for Girls and Abingdon Boys School. More state and private schools can be found within easy access including the popular East Glorious views over surrounding Countryside Ilsley primary school. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION 2 The Maltings is a substantial detached family home in a small elevated close in the heart of the village. Affording accommodation of excellent proportions throughout, the house benefits from having been fully refurbished by the current owners to an exacting standard and is presented beautifully. To the ground floor a large reception hall opens to a Cloakroom, spacious Sitting Room with wood burning stove, formal Dining Room, and stunning Kitchen/Dining Room with doors onto the garden. A few steps up from the hall is the spacious Master Bedroom with luxurious en-suite Shower Room. The main staircase leads up to a light and bright landing overlooking the gardens, off which are 4 further bedrooms, a family Bathroom and large walk-in loft store. Tastefully presented and with a spacious feeling throughout, early viewing is advised to appreciate the fantastic accommodation and glorious setting. OUTSIDE The house is set back from the close with a sweeping gravelled driveway to the front affording ample off road parking space and leading to the double garage. The driveway is flanked by lawned front gardens with mature shrubs & trees providing privacy. Stone steps lead up to the front door. Side access is afforded to the rear of the house, where across the back is a paved area with timber storage shed, and steps leading up to the principle garden. The rear garden is impressive in size, completely secluded and beautifully landscaped, being terraced with two main levels. The initial lawned garden has a large decked area with pergola, ideal for ‘al-fresco’ dining and entertaining leading off the kitchen & sitting room. Continue up and the garden opens into a wonderful further lawn, bordered with mature shrubs and trees and with orchard area. The ground gently slopes up to the rear, where there are simply magnificent views over the surrounding Downland countryside. In all the gardens & grounds amount to half an Acre. 2 The Maltings, West Ilsley, Newbury, RG20 7AX Approximate Gross Internal Area 192.5 sq m / 2072 sq ft (Excludes Eaves) Garage = 30.6 sq m / 329 sq ft Total = 223.1 sq m / 2401 sq ft Garage 6.23 x 4.89 B 20'5 x 16'1 Feet 0 5 10 0 1 2 3 = Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0 Metres (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Study / Bedroom 5 Bedroom 4 Bedroom 2 Kitchen 3.21 x 2.16 4.39 x 3.16 4.23 x 3.01 6.21 x 4.19 10'6 x 7'1 14'5 x 10'4 13'11 x 9'11 20'4 x 13'9 Sitting Room Hall 5.37 x 4.35 5.59 x 2.82 17'7 x 14'3 18'4 x 9'3 T Bedroom 3 5.43 x 4.34 17'10 x 14'3 Dining Room 4.08 x 3.04 Eaves 13'5 x 10'0 Bedroom 1 5.14 x 5.12 16'10 x 16'10 Ground Floor First Floor FLOORPLANZ © 2017 0203 9056099 Ref: 193426 This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them. GENERAL INFORMATION Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Central heating and hot water from oil fired boiler. Council Tax Band: F Postcode: RG20 7AX Energy Efficiency Rating: D / 60 Local Authority: West Berkshire District Council – Telephone: 01635 42400 DIRECTIONS From our offices in the centre of Goring turn left and proceed down the High Street, continue across the River Bridge and up to the top of Streatley High Street. At the traffic lights continue straight across on the B4009 and in a further 2 miles after passing through the village of Aldworth turn right opposite the Four Points thatched Public House for Compton and East Ilsley. Follow this road through the village of Compton and on reaching East Ilsley proceed around the one way system and at the junction with the High Street bear right down into the village and at the central square turn left for West Ilsley. On reaching West Ilsley in a further 1 ½ miles continue down the hill into the village and The Maltings will be found a short way along on the right-hand side. No.2 will be found straight ahead as you turn into the close. VIEWING Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co Estate Agents & Valuers. 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. www.warmingham.com 01491 874144 4/5 High Street, Goring-on Thames Nr Reading RG8 9AT E: [email protected] www.warmingham.com .