Kennett Lodge – Broad Street East Ilsley Berkshire Kennett Lodge – Broad Street East Ilsley Berkshire
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KENNETT LODGE – BROAD STREET www.warmingham.com EAST ILSLEY BERKSHIRE KENNETT LODGE – BROAD STREET EAST ILSLEY BERKSHIRE Newbury 8 miles Oxford – 17 miles Reading – 19 miles Goring on Thames – 8 miles Didcot – 9 miles M4 at Chievely (J13) – 5 miles Mainline Stations at Didcot, Goring and Newbury (Distances Approximate) Centrally located in this historic old village, Kennett Lodge is situated within the beautiful Berkshire Downlands between Newbury and Oxford in an area of ‘outstanding natural beauty’, with superb schools nearby. Excellent road communications and mainline commuter stations for London (Paddington) are within easy driving distance. Originally dating back to the 1800’s, a commanding and sympathetic conversion of former stabling and hay loft which embraces and complements the property’s original character features externally, whilst internally providing an impressive modern and contemporary family residence of approximately 2,945 sq ft. Flexible accommodation of an open plan yet traditional nature, with exceptionally high quality and stylish contemporary fixtures and fittings throughout. Set in a delightfully mature and beautifully landscaped walled garden which creates a relaxing ambience. Shared gated access to private forecourt parking area Reception Hall Cloakroom Kitchen / Breakfast Room Open Plan Drawing Room/Dining Room Galleried Family Room Landing with Airing Cupboard Master Bedroom Suite With Dressing Room & En-Suite Bathroom 2 Further Double Bedrooms Family Bathroom Family Shower Room Attached Workshop & Hayloft With Clock Gable Beautifully Mature Professionally Landscaped Walled Garden SITUATION The village of East Ilsley lies in a fold of the Berkshire Downs close to the historic Ridgeway Path and its Around the central part of the village there are many examples of interesting period properties from timbered geographical position on the Downlands largely determined its part in the pageant of history, being on one cottages to the more elegant Queen Ann and Georgian country houses, especially in Broad Street. The of the busiest ancient routes across the Downs, dating back to the Bronze Age. It became an important village also boasts a village pond, parish church, two well-known established Inns and a Church of England trading centre from the 13th century onwards for corn and later for wool, ultimately being granted a Royal primary school. For secondary education there is the highly acclaimed Downs School at the nearby village Charter by James I in 1620. of Compton (2 miles) which also has a sixth form. Additionally there are numerous Private schools in the The Sheep Fairs held fortnightly, were second only to Smithfield in London and at their height sold 400,000 general local area of particular note. with the record of 80,000 being penned in a single day. At the peak there were 24 inns and public houses There are main line stations at Newbury and Didcot, the latter being nearer, providing fast commuter services catering for all the farmers, shepherds and drovers on market day. The village has successfully avoided the into London (Paddington) taking approx 45 mins. problem of overdevelopment retaining it’s timeless character. Whilst continuing its link with farming, is more associated with racehorses, with several racing stables being located in or near the village. The village has The County town of Reading together with Oxford, Newbury and the M4 are all easily accessible, and the also greatly benefited from the A34 by-pass, which previously went straight through the centre of the village mainline station in Goring provides excellent commuter services up to London (Paddington and Waterloo). and is now sited away to the west of East Ilsley, becoming an important dual carriageway linking the south Goring on Thames being the larger village has a wide range of shops and amenities as well as Restaurants, coast to the Midlands. Riverside Café, Olde Worlde Inns, Bank, Doctors, Dentist, and 2 Hotels. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Sympathetically converted in more recent years, Kennett Lodge has modern and contemporary A delightfully charming residence of great architectural importance having been listed Grade II in 1951, accommodation that combines both open plan living with that of a more traditional nature. The property Kennett Lodge is believed to date back to the 1800’s, originally being stabling and a hay loft to Kennett incorporates stylish and high-quality fixtures and fittings. House and mentioned in notable architectural literature. It is positioned in the heart of the village yet privately tucked away behind its most attractive walled garden setting. The ground floor master bedroom suite could be easily altered to provide a separate annexe subject to the relevant permissions. Constructed with a combination of whitened brick elevations with traditional timbered and glazed doors, the property has a part clay and slate tiled roof with attractive dormers and a high clock gable with original hay The attached workshop and hay loft are most impressive architecturally offering further potential for loft hatch and wrought iron weathervane above. adaptation to suit one’s requirements. OUTSIDE is also a paved patio area with space for outdoor dining. Sheltered yet light in orientation, the gardens Kennett Lodge has an impressive access initially shared with Kennett House, approached through tall offer a wealth of mature and interesting plants. wrought iron gates flanked with high brick pillars. Once through the gates, a gravelled driveway splays left to Kennett House and right to Kennett Lodge, with Kennett Lodge having its own parking area. The private and mature walled garden is simply stunning, dominated centrally by four rose beds with a stone pathway running through the middle, that welcomes you to front entrance of the property. There GENERAL INFORMATION Services: Mains electricity, water, and drainage are connected to the property. Electric heating and hot water. Postcode: RG20 7LW Local Authority: West Berkshire District Council. Telephone Kennett Lodge, Broad Street, East Ilsley, 01635 42400 Workshop Hay Loft Newbury, RG20 7LW 5.64 x 3.35 5.64 x 3.87 18'6 x 11'0 18'6 x 12'8 DIRECTIONS Approximate Gross Internal Area From our offices in the centre of Goring turn left and proceed House = 233.0 sq m / 2508 sq ft down the High Street over the River bridge and up to the top of Streatley High Street. At the traffic lights continue straight across Hay Loft / Store = 40.6 sq m / 437 sq ft on the B4009 road to Newbury. After passing through the village of Total = 273.6 sq m / 2945 sq ft Aldworth turn right by the Four Points Pub sign posted for Compton Bedroom 3 and East Ilsley. Continue through Compton and on reaching East 3.86 x 3.24 Ilsley follow Broad Street, passing the Pond and in a further 100 12'8 x 10'8 metres or so, the gated driveway to Kennett House and Kennett Lodge will be found off to the left hand side. N Kitchen / Breakfast Room 6.75 x 5.06 VIEWING 22'2 x 16'7 Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co. Feet DISCLAIMER The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings 0 5 10 T or services so cannot verify that they are in working order. If 0 1 2 3 required, the client is advised to obtain verification. These Metres particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Warmingham & Co. Whilst all due care is Entrance Hall Bedroom 2 taken in the preparation of these particulars, no responsibility for 3.74 x 3.20 5.22 x 3.26 their accuracy is accepted, nor do they form part of any offer or = Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0 12'3 x 10'4 17'2 x 10'8 contract. Intending clients must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy prior to signing a contract. Dressing Room Galleried Master Bedroom T Drawing 11.50 x 5.19 Family Room 5.36 x 5.33 Room 37'9 x 17'0 Dining Room Void 5.41 x 3.52 17'7 x 17'6 17'9 x 11'7 www.warmingham.com Front Ground Floor First Floor 01491 874144 4/5 High Street, Goring-on Thames Nr Reading RG8 9AT FLOORPLANZ © 2018 0203 9056099 Ref: 210227 E: [email protected] This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. www.warmingham.com 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. .