Property description
An individual detached period property originally a Methodist chapel with a recent extension to provide spacious flexible accommodation including annexe facilities in required, whilst set on a generous plot of approximately one acre abutting National Trust to the rear.
Comprises: Entrance hall, three reception rooms, kitchen breakfast, utility, master bedroom with ensuite, three/four further bedrooms ( one with kitchenette) family bathroom and garage.
LOCAL INFORMATION Recognised as one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames known as the 'Goring Gap', the villages of Goring & Streatley lie on opposite sides of the river in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering many amenities such as shops, restaurants, hotels, pubs and a highly sought after primary schools, Goring is also conveniently located for commuting to London (56 minutes) and Reading (15 minutes) by train, or easily accessible to nearby towns such as Henley-on-Thames by car. The spectacular scenery in and around the Goring Gap is the setting for such classic books as Wind in the Willows, Watership Down and Three men in a Boat. Views of Goring Lock, the weirs and the rural landscape, especially as seen from the bridge, are some of the most photographed and painted scenes in England. The village has a thriving local community with a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups - latest news and events are available on the village website at www.goring-on-thames.co.uk
ACCOMMODATION Covered porch with hardwood door leads into an inviting dining hall with exposed wooden flooring, glazed doors to a private enclosed terrace and two staircases leading to the principal rooms of the property.
The original part of the house is the former Baptist chapel dating back to approximately 1850, an elegant room with a high vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers, American light oak hand made fitted shelving and storage with matching flooring, and two steps lead down to a master bedroom with ensuite, dressing area and sliding patio doors onto a private courtyard. From the main Chapel reception room a turning staircase leads to a galleried landing and study area.
ACCOMMODATION Returning to the dining hall, there are twin steps leading up to a galleried landing and doors to principal reception rooms and a cloakroom. The drawing room is generous in proportion with feature gas coal effect fire with stone and brick surround, and an opening to a glazed room with a vaulted ceiling which offers an unspoilt view over the rear garden with French doors. The kitchen/breakfast is double aspect, fitted with a matching range of wall and base units, integrated appliances, glazed door to the rest of the garden and a spiral staircase down to a utility room which has two doors to the side and rear.
Finally returning to the dining hall once more a staircase leads down to an inner hallway with doors to a family bathroom and to 3/4 bedrooms (including an ideal annexe with kitchenette, ensuite and lounge).
OUTSIDE SPACE Set on a generous plot of approximately one acre. Gravelled driveway to the front providing off road parking with raised flower beds. pathway to the side leads to the rear, with a paved terrace adjacent and steps leading up to a second terrace and opening onto a tiered garden that is laid mainly to lawn, two summer houses, and a five bar gate into a wild meadow area that leads onto the National Trust of the Hollies. From this point in the garden, a fantastic panoramic view is of offer.
Planning Permission Planning permission has been granted for a two storey extension (12/02194/HOUSE) to provide additional garaging, larger utility room, and a large master bedroom with ensuite ( or reception room) to the first floor.
LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES All main services, gas fired central heating. double glazing. Council tax band D.
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DISCLAIMER These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.
Property Features :
- Five Bedroom Detached Residence
- Former Baptist Chapel with recent extension
- Approximately set on one acre.
- Downs School Catchment
- Available with no onward chain