Property description
A stylish 2 bedroom terraced house in a beautiful setting backing directly onto fields, over which residents enjoy communal access. The property, which was built by Bryant Homes within the last 10 years as part of the prestigious Abbey Gardens development adjacent to Douai Abbey and shares the communal grounds (including children's play area), also has a delightful landscaped garden and is being offered for sale with a 50% share (shared ownership). EPC rating C.
LOCAL INFORMATION Woolhampton
Woolhampton is an historic and picturesque village located along A4, about halfway between Reading and Newbury, it is also convenient for J12 and J13 of the M4.
Due to its location on the Bath Road, Woolhampton was well served by Coaching Inns. Today, a public house and a newsagents/general store remain alongside the main road, and the Rowbarge next to the swing bridge on the Kennet and Avon Canal has a great reputation for good hearty pub fare.
The Canal passes through the village which provides pleasant waterside and country walks.
Midgham Railway station is near the centre of the village and offers hourly trains to Reading and Newbury. From Reading, there is a fast service (approx 25 minutes) to London Paddington.
Woolhampton has its own Church of England Primary School and Theale Green Secondary School is a short drive away. There is a good selection of Private schools in the local area too, which include The Elstree School in Upper Woolhampton, Pangbourne College and Bradfield College.
Abbey Gardens
Abbey Gardens is in Upper Woolhampton and adjacent to the impressive English Benedictine Douai Abbey, less than a mile from the picturesque village of Woolhampton.
ACCOMMODATION Entrance hall, cloakroom/utility room, sitting/dining room with French windows opening directly onto the terrace, kitchen/breakfast room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, access to very large and mainly boarded loft.
OUTSIDE SPACE The rear garden has been professionally landscaped to a high standard being laid to 3 paved terraces, each about 10 feet in depth with interesting planting. There is also a timber garden shed and a personal gate from the end of the garden leads directly onto acres of open communal ground.
There is reserved parking in front of the house and a communal bike store.
TENURE The property is held on a 999 year lease commencing 2004.
SHARED OWNERSHIP AND CHARGES The property is offered for sale on the basis of a 50% share with A2 Dominion Housing. The monthly rental charge to A2 for their share is £416.68. There is also a monthly service charge of, currently, £117.77.
We understand it is possible to 'staircase' the owner's share right up to 100%.
LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES West Berkshire Council, Newbury
Council tax band D - £1528.47 for 2015/16
Mains electricity, water and drainage
Electric central heating (water filled radiators), double glazing
CONVEYANCING Through our in-house Conveyancing team, we can ensure ease and efficiency for a competitive, no-sale, no-fee quote. Visit www.davistate-conveyancing.co.uk for a quote today.
MORTGAGES Whether you're a first time buyer or a current home owner; Davis Tate can provide you with access to Mortgage Advisors who can assist with professional advice.
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YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE
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 :
- Stylish 2 bedroom terraced house
- Beautiful setting backing onto fields
- Delightful landscaped private terrace and communal grounds
- Part of prestigious Abbey Gardens
- Adjacent to Douai Abbey