HURST COTTAGE www.warmingham.com GORING HEATH ROAD F WHITCHURCH HILL F SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE HURST COTTAGE GORING HEATH ROAD F WHITCHURCH HILL F SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE Pangbourne on Thames & mainline station - 2 miles F Goring on Thames - 3½ miles F Reading - 6 miles F Newbury - 14 miles F Oxford - 17 miles F Henley on Thames - 11 miles F M4 at Theale (J12) - 8 miles F M40 at Lewknor (J6) - 17 miles (Distances approximate)

Occupying an elevated position looking directly over the scenic surrounding countryside, yet just a short drive from Pangbourne on Thames with trains for London in under the hour, excellent local shops and amenities, and outstanding primary and secondary schooling, Hurst Cottage is a most charming cottage, originally dating back to the 1930’s, being of traditional architectural design associated with this much favoured era, set in mature gardens of approximately 0.157 of an acre, with potential to further enlarge the existing property. Incorporating numerous attractive features throughout in a simply delightful setting, early viewing is advised.

✦ Stunning Far Reaching Views

✦ Within Close Distance Of The River Thames, Extensive Amenities, Outstanding Schooling, Mainline Railway Station To London Paddington In Well Under The Hour

✦ Previous Planning Permission To Attractively Enlarge SITUATION ✦ Private Drive & Forecourt Whitchurch Hill is a quiet, hilltop village lying some 450’ above sea level on the edge of the Chilterns Escarpment close to the Thames Valley, ✦ Reception Hall approximately 2 miles from Pangbourne on Thames with surrounding countryside designated an area of ‘Outstanding Natural Beauty’. ✦ Drawing Room With Fireplace & Log Burner Traditionally timbered and thatched cottages overlook the village green and parish church of St Johns and there are many other period ✦ Open Plan Kitchen Dining Room & Sitting Room With Fireplace properties reflecting the differing architectural styles through the ages, which essentially form the character and history of this unspoilt rural & Log Burner community historically based on agriculture and farming. ✦ Conservatory ✦ Shower Room At the bottom of the hill is the separate village of Whitchurch on Thames lying opposite to the village of Pangbourne on the Berkshire side ✦ Bedroom 3 / Study of the river, and home to a well revered and outstanding primary school. Pangbourne offers excellent shopping facilities as well as a wide range of amenities including a mainline railway station which has excellent commuter services to Reading and up to London (Paddington) in ✦ Landing under the hour. There is a regular daily bus service to Reading via Pangbourne from Woodcote with good road communications, particularly ✦ Master Bedroom Suite With En-Suite Bathroom for Reading and the M4 motorway. ✦ 2nd Bedroom In addition to having well revered and outstanding local state primary and secondary schooling, the area is also extremely well served by ✦ Mature Landscaped Gardens & Grounds Beautifully Planned & Laid an excellent range of private schooling, of particular note; Cranford House School, The Oratory Preparatory School, Moulsford Preparatory Affording Privacy & Seclusion School, St Andrews Preparatory School, The Oratory School, Pangbourne College, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Downe House, Rupert ✦ Summer House With Covered Veranda House School, Shiplake College, The Abbey School, Bradfield College, The Manor Preparatory School, Abingdon School, Abingdon ✦ Timber Workshop / Shed Preparatory School, Radley College, and St Helen & St Katharine. The major centres of Reading, Oxford, Newbury and Henley on Thames are all within easy driving distance as are the M4 and M40 Motorways. Crossrail (Elizabeth Line) services have commenced from Reading, with the full service scheduled to commence in 2021, which together with the completed electrification of the line has significantly improved travelling times to East and West destinations. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Hurst Cottage comprises the right-hand half of an individual pair of traditional Villa style properties dating from the 1930’s, wholly indicative of more attractive architectural design from this much favoured era. Having only more recently been modernised throughout, careful attention has been paid to both retain and enhance the original character and architectural features, whilst adding a light and airy contemporary flare, wholly evident upon viewing, with spacious well- appointed open plan modern and contemporary accommodation blending seamlessly with that of a more traditional nature. Stylish fixtures and fittings integrate and accentuate the more traditional elements to be found, whilst also creating their own stylish note, embracing the past whilst reaching for the now and the future, culminating in the presentation of a stunning family home. Occupying a most attractive semi-rural position, overlooking the scenic Chilterns countryside, the Villa stands well back from the quiet village road in large mature gardens & grounds. Whilst most delightful just as it is, the cottage affords great potential for enlargement should one wish to do so. Indeed, planning permission was obtained in early 2015 (See SODC planning portal; Quoting reference: P14/S3726/HH) for the enlargement of the cottage to both the ground and first floors, however now expired, naturally would be buyers may well wish to explore their own plans if they were to seek enlargement of the cottage, with the main principle having been clearly established. There is also thought to be obvious scope for garaging to be built if required, subject to planning, given the generous size of the drive. private and mature, affording numerous areas for entertaining and relaxation, as well as more outside / hobbyist orientated pursuits. Careful planning and attention has been provided combining, more modern open plan living with that of a rather more traditional nature, Lain mainly to lawn, the garden is flanked by well stocked beds and in addition to embracing outside living, and as a consequence the borders containing a variety of perennial plants and shrubs which property presents itself as a delightful and pleasing family home that provide a colourful display through the seasons. There is also a Lily should be viewed to fully appreciate its great many assets afforded. Pond with an antique style hand pump as feature. The great many plants and shrubs include Hydrangea, Hollyhocks, Roses, peonies, OUTSIDE Honeysuckle and an Apple tree. The cottage lies almost directly opposite railed paddocks and scenic Chilterns countryside, with wonderful views from the first Just in earshot and viewing distance of the rear of the cottage there floor afforded, sitting well back from the quiet village lane, with a is a delightful cedar boarded summerhouse with an enclosed and wide frontage of mature hedging providing a good degree of privacy, covered veranda and an attached store shed, whilst to the top part, leading into the deep private front garden and drive, mainly laid to laid most to vegetable growing, there is a useful aluminium framed gravel, affording most generous parking for numerous vehicles. greenhouse and large timber workshop having fitted light and power. A wide timber fenced and gated area to the side of the cottage In all the gardens and grounds extend to approximately 0.157 of an opens through to the rear gardens and grounds, which are most acre, and must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

GENERAL INFORMATION Hurst Cottage, Whitchurch Hill, Reading, RG8 7PL Services: All mains services are connected. Central heating and hot Approximate Gross Internal Area = 112.7 sq m / 1213 sq ft water from gas fired boiler. Outbuilding = 6.0 sq m / 64 sq ft Energy Performance Rating: D / 67 Total = 118.7 sq m / 1277 sq ft Postcode: RG8 7PL Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council Telephone: 01235 422422

VIEWING Summer House Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co. 2.44 x 2.41 Bedroom 2 Deck Master Bedroom 3.63 x 2.84 8'0 x 7'11 DIRECTIONS 3.65 x 3.65 From our offices in the centre of Goring turn right and proceed up to 3.67 x 3.63 12'0 x 12'0 11'11 x 9'4 the top of the High Street. At the railway bridge junction turn right 12'0 x 11'11 again and then next left into the Reading Road. Follow this road up the hill and out of the village and on reaching Crays Pond in approx. 2 miles bear right at the crossroads for Whitchurch and Pangbourne. In Outbuilding a further 1 ¼ miles take the turning left into Hill Bottom. At the further end of Hill Bottom, the road will bare right in Goring Heath Road. Take (Not Shown In Actual this turning and in a further few hundred metres Hurst Cottage will be Location / Orientation) found off on the right hand side. First Floor 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 Kitchen on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Warmingham & Co. Whilst all due care is taken in the preparation 5.65 x 1.83 of these particulars, no responsibility for their accuracy is accepted, Drawing Room 18'6 x 6'0 nor do they form part of any offer or contract. Intending clients must 4.40 x 3.63 Conservatory satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy 14'5 x 11'11 Sitting Room 3.69 x 2.85 prior to signing a contract. 5.66 x 3.73 12'1 x 9'4 18'7 x 12'3

Floorplanz © 2018 www.warmingham.com Bedroom 3 Feet 0203 9056099 Ref: 206978 This plan is for layout guidance only. 3.27 x 1.93 Dining Room 0 5 10 Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to 10'9 x 6'4 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 01491 874144 0 1 2 3 bearings before making any 4/5 High Street, Goring-on Thames decisions reliant upon them. Nr Reading RG8 9AT Metres E: [email protected] Ground Floor www.warmingham.com