Letcombe Regis, Oxfordshire Take Flight
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Letcombe Regis, Oxfordshire Take flight A warm welcome to The Sparrow, a large and lovely family house that will set your heart aflutter at the first viewing. Located in the pretty village of Letcombe Regis, The Sparrow enjoys the best of both worlds – it’s nestled in a valley below the undulating countryside of the Ridgeway but just two miles from the thriving market town of Wantage with all the shops, schools, eateries and leisure amenities a family could desire. With parts dating back to the 18th Century this handsome white house with its pillarbox red front door has a stature that reflects its origins – it used to be a public house. Standing in a splendid location overlooking open fields, the farmhouse-style property exudes style and period character. Since its conversion to a house, it’s been the much-loved home of the present owners for 22 years. They have raised four children here, and now The Sparrow is ready and waiting for a new family to move in, put down roots, and make this very special house their own. 02–03 Step inside As soon as you enter The Sparrow, you’ll be struck by a feeling of bonhomie and immediately note the spaciousness. Just imagine the convivial gatherings that have taken place under these historic eaves, and those that are to come. The heritage property has been extended over the years, and the period features such as roof beams, a statement inglenook fireplace, traditional post and latch doors and architraving work in perfect harmony with the contemporary aspects of 21st-century living. 04–05 Space to suit the whole family The Sparrow certainly offers endless space for a growing family and the largest downstairs room, which used to be The Sparrow’s bar, is the 26x13ft living room. With views from the front windows across to the Ridgeway, the inglenook fireplace fitted with a log-burner is the focus of this genteel and comfortable room. Open the double doors at the rear and step into the sunny conservatory and then pass through another pair of doors into the garden. This would be perfect for entertaining, with guests able to mingle indoors and spill out into the garden on a balmy summer’s evening. Behind a door, a staircase leads down to the cellar - the perfect place to keep your wine collection at ambient temperature. It’s into the living room that the front door opens, but most people use the door at the rear of the house which opens into a pleasant hallway with staircase to the upper floors. The house has an effortless flow, with all the rooms leading from one to the next throughout the ground floor. 06–07 With rustic overhead beams, terracotta floor tiles and a comprehensive collection of white fitted units with wooden worktops, the roomy farmhouse-style kitchen is perfect for all family needs – from cooking up hearty suppers on the Stanley range cooker to enjoying brunch in front of your laptop at the breakfast bar of the big central island. A stable-style door opens onto the garden. A couple of steps lead up from here into a beautifully airy breakfast room. With a glazed roof that floods the place with light and sunshine, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely breakfast or to relax with a coffee and the papers mid-morning. There’s a graceful formal dining room with attractive ceiling timbers, while additional beams add heritage interest to the walls. Entertaining in here would be a joy, with plenty of space to easily accommodate 8 people round the dining table. Adjacent to the dining room is a cosy snug, which could be used as a playroom or as the ideal place for older children to watch TV without disturbing the adults! It would be equally suitable as a home office. A WC/cloakroom completes the extensive downstairs line-up of The Sparrow. 08–09 And so to bed... Upstairs, The Sparrow is equally roomy and thoughtfully laid out to suit the requirements of family life. The pièce de résistance is the super-spacious master bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe and contemporary en-suite bathroom. This room and the two other double bedrooms are located at the front of the house, enjoying the wonderful views of the countryside as it changes through the seasons. A fourth bedroom, a single, resides at the rear of the house with its own en-suite shower-room, and there’s also a family bathroom. Climb another staircase from the landing up to the converted loft to find a fifth bedroom. Again, this space could be utilised as desired – perhaps as an office or a bedroom for an au pair. 10–11 12–13 The great outdoors We all want to enjoy our outdoors space when the weather decrees, and maybe enjoy some green-fingered relaxation. The Sparrow has a good-sized enclosed garden, mainly laid to lawn and with a summerhouse. There’s also a vast double garage with electric doors. One of the best things about this location is the wonderful walking and cycling countryside right on your doorstep – even more important for those with energetic children and equally energetic dogs! There are endless footpaths and bridleways to explore, many with a decent pub somewhere along the route. 14–15 An idyllic location Letcombe Regis is the perfect place for a growing family to put down roots. It’s a picture-perfect village, but there’s plenty going on centred around the lively local pub, The Greyhound, famed for its delicious Sunday lunches and, in the summer months, its family-friendly beer garden. If country pubs are your thing, then you are spoilt around this part of rural South Oxfordshire. The Star at nearby Sparsholt and The Eyston Arms, East Hendred, are just a couple of the numerous excellent hostelries serving innovative food and well-kept beers and wines. Letcombe Regis is also served by a village shop and a large, modern village hall which hosts all kinds of activities. There’s a playing field with a children’s playground and a tennis club too. Everything else you need can be found less than two miles away in Wantage, including a Waitrose supermarket and a plethora of independent boutiques and coffee shops. There are regular trains to London Paddington from Didcot Parkway station ten miles away as well as frequent bus services from Wantage to Oxford. Great schools are always a priority for families, and you are spoilt for choice in this area. Well regarded local primary schools include The Ridgeway CE Primary in nearby Childrey and Wantage CE Primary in the town. The sixth form at King Alfred’s Academy in Wantage is OFSTED rated ‘outstanding’ and there are buses from Wantage to a number of excellent independent schools such as Our Lady’s, Abingdon School and the School of St Helen & St Katharine. 16–17 Garage First Floor Third Floor Second Floor Cellar The Finer Details... Important notice: Stowhill Estates Ltd, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: Total Floor Area = 275.4 sq m / 2964 sq ft 1) They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property • Square footage: 2964 sq ft approx Whilst every attempt has been made to ensure the either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They • EPC Rating: E accuracy of the floorplan contained here, measurements assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars of doors, windows, rooms and any other items are • Local Authority: Vale of the White Horse District do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations approximate and no responsibility is taken for any error, Council 01235 422 422 of fact. omission or mis-statement. This plan is for illustrative 2) Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for purposes only and should be used as such by any • Council Tax Band: G (£3256 per annum) guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. prospective purchaser. The service, systems and appliances shown have not been tested and no guarantee as to It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other their operability or efficiency can be given. Made consents and Stowhill Estates Ltd have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers with Metropix ©2020. Produced by wideangles.co.uk must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Photos and Brochure prepared November 2020. Produced for Stowhill Estates. 18–19 Letcombe Regis, Oxfordshire To view The Sparrow call the Stowhill Estates Team on: 01235 751 888 | [email protected].