FIELDSIDE COTTAGE www.warmingham.com OFF HIGH STREET F LONG WITTENHAM F OXFORDSHIRE

FIELDSIDE COTTAGE OFF HIGH STREET F LONG WITTENHAM F OXFORDSHIRE River Thames 4-5 Minutes’ Walk F Didcot Railway Station (London Paddington within the hour) - 2 ½ miles F Wallingford on Thames - 3 ½ miles F Oxford - 7 ½ miles (Distances and times approximate)

Situated within this desirable village which lies on the banks of the River Thames, located a short way up-stream from the Barley Mow pub where 19th century author Jerome K. Jerome wrote the timeless classic Three Men in a Boat, and being within close driving distance of a mainline train station providing direct access to London Paddington in under the hour, extensive village amenities and schooling. A delightfully mature individual plot adjoining open countryside, with existing period cottage extending to approximately 1,257 sq ft in size, and detached garage, having the benefit of full planning permission for a pair of new attractive semi-detached cottage style homes of approximately 1,324 sq ft each, arranged over two floors, offering generous and well apportioned living. Further potential exists for the enlargement and adaptation of the existing property also. A wonderful opportunity afforded, early viewing is advised.

Existing House

✦ Entrance Hall

✦ Kitchen ✦ Dining Room With Fireplace SITUATION ✦ Sitting Room With Fireplace Long Wittenham lies in an area known to be a Celtic Romano/British and Saxon burial ground, indeed the old Saxon name for the village was Witta’s Ham. Saint Birinus of Dorchester brought Christianity to the village in the 7th Century. ✦ Conservatory The present church of St Mary was built of Caen Stone in about 1120 and boasts a Norman leaded font on an original stone base, ✦ Bathroom which was disguised under a wooden cover during the Civil War in the 17th century to protect it from Cromwell’s soldiers who would ✦ Studio have used the lead to melt down into bullets. The font was eventually uncovered in 1839. The church also has a recumbent effigy in the vestry of a Crusader, Gilbert De Clare Earl of Gloucester, who was then the lord of the manor which, at only 3’ long, is said to be ✦ Basement the smallest sculptured monument in England. ✦ Landing At the west end of the village, flowing into the Thames, is a stream known as St Anthony’s well which is believed to have certain ✦ 2 Bedrooms healing powers. The village has numerous interesting properties, many half-timbered, reflecting its long architectural history. The scenic surrounding countryside includes Wittenham Clumps, now protected and from the top of which there are glorious views especially over the winding River Thames. Gardens & Grounds Just under a mile from the village is the beautiful brick, arched bridge which leads over the Thames to Clifton Hampden, built by Sir ✦ Private Gardens & Grounds George Gilbert Scott. By the bridge is the Barley Mow, originally a 15th century cruck designed building where in the 19th century ✦ Detached Garage author ‘Jerome K. Jerome’ wrote the timeless classic ‘Three Men in a Boat’. The present day village has a flourishing primary school, two local inns and the Pendon Museum noted for its modern miniature village and railway. There are good road communications especially with Didcot which has an excellent shopping centre and a mainline station giving fast commuter services up to London Paddington in approximately under the hour. In 2018 Crossrail services are scheduled to be commencing from Reading which together with the electrifying of the line will significantly improve travelling times to Paddington and central London destinations.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION The property occupies a commanding position overlooking open countryside set in mature gardens and grounds privately approached off a quiet rural lane just off the village high street. A delightfully mature individual plot, the existing period cottage extends to approximately 1,257 sq ft in size, affording flexibly arranged character accommodation that is in need of refurbishment throughout, and offers clear potential for both enlargement and adaptation. Full planning permission was granted in 2017 (Planning No: P17/ S1708/FUL) for the full replacement of the existing cottage with a pair of newly built attractive semi-detached cottage style homes, each extending to approximately 1,324 sq ft in size, arranged over two floors, and offering generous and well apportioned living. A wonderful opportunity afforded, for either private buyers or those seeking a development opportunity, early viewing is advised.

OUTSIDE The property fronts directly on to the lane, overlooking the delightful open countryside. A private drive leads up the side of the property to the detached garage, with a further pedestrian gated access just off to one side. The mature and private gardens and grounds wrap around the property affording great amenity, and the opportunity for further cultivation.

COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE LEVY Given the current planning permission afforded, should the properties be built and sold, then the CIL would become payable by the purchaser of the plot, and has been estimated at the level of £15,000.

Fieldside Cottage, High Street, Long Wittenham, Abingdon, OX14 4QJ Approximate Gross Internal Area = 116.8 sq m / 1257 sq ft N Garage = 19.3 sq m / 208 sq ft Total = 136.1 sq m / 1465 sq ft

Cellar 2.75 x 1.75 Garage 9'0 x 5'9 6.44 x 3.02 21'2 x 9'11 Up

Basement (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)

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Dining Room Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 3.96 x 2.74 Sitting Room 3.95 x 2.85 3.94 x 3.63 13'0 x 9'0 3.96 x 3.63 13'0 x 9'4 12'11 x 11'11 Up 13'0 x 11'11 Studio Conservatory T 8.36 x 2.86 4.20 x 2.37 27'5 x 9'5 13'9 x 7'9 Kitchen Up 2.37 x 2.00 7'9 x 6'7 Dn

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Ground Floor First Floor

FLOORPLANZ © 2017 0203 9056099 Ref: 199568 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: Interested parties should make their own enquiries of the relevant utility companies. Energy Performance Rating: F / 30 Postcode: OX14 4QJ Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council Telephone: 01491 823000

VIEWING Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co

DIRECTIONS Heading north east through the village high street, drive past the village primary school, which will be found on the left hand side, and in a further 100 metres or so, a rural lane will be found off on the right hand side. Take this right turn, and proceed along the lane for approximately 50 metres, and the private drive to the cottage will be found along on the right hand side.

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.

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