Property description

Reading 6 miles M4 Junction12 3.5 miles

2206 sq ft/ 204.9 sq m (approx.)


DESCRIPTION:

A beautifully presented, link-detached, modern character country house set in a peaceful yet very convenient place to live. Backing onto a large meadow that has communal use solely by the residents of Waylands Close and is not open to the public. Number 9 Waylands Close offers excellent family accommodation with pretty gardens to the rear backing directly onto the communal meadow.

The interior of the property has been tastefully designed and fitted and maintained to a very high standard. The drawing room has a very pretty bay window overlooking the front of the property, with double doors leading directly into the dining room, which, in turn, has a door leading directly into the conservatory. The floors throughout the dining room and drawing room are in solid birch, with the two first floor large bedrooms enjoying solid beech floors. The kitchen is beautifully fitted and there is immediate walk-through access to a very fine conservatory with under floor heating and a wood burning stove. The reception hall, kitchen and conservatory are attractively limestone tiled. The master bedroom has a marvellous large balcony enjoying superb views over the meadow belonging to Waylands Close.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
Large kitchen / breakfast room - a superb bespoke fitted kitchen with 5 ring Miele hob and Miele microwave * Large extra width and height Miele oven * A second Miele integral oven * Large French door Leibherr fridge/freezer * Lots of drawers and cupboard units * Bespoke pantry * Electrically operated cellar door leading to a circular cellar with spiral staircase, with lighting and power * Utility room with Miele washing machine and Miele tumble dryer * Door to garage * Door to the rear garden * Study area off the kitchen * Dining area off the kitchen * There is also a breakfast bar running the length of the granite work surface in the kitchen itself * Kitchen / dining area leads directly into the conservatory which has blinds to the ceiling, plenty of windows, double doors to the garden and a wood burning stove with log store beneath.

Garden: The gardens to the rear are safe and private and there is a gate leading directly to the meadow to the rear.

SUMMARY OF ACCOMODATION

Entrance hall, WC, Kitchen/breakfast room with study area, sitting room, family room, conservatory with wood burning stove, garage, off-road parking. 4 bedrooms; 2 good size doubles, 2 good size singles. Master bedroom has an ensuite double shower, dressing area and a balcony overlooking the rear gardens and the meadow. Ensuite bathroom to the guest bedroom. Family bathroom fitted with bath and shower. The landing has a study area with window overlooking the front garden.

Local facilities:

Eating out: This area is known for fine restaurants and period pubs. Just down the road is The Bladebone pub with an excellent restaurant, there is also a good tea room serving a fine range of cakes and sandwichs. There is a general store at Upper Bucklebury and a Post Office and general store at Southend Bradfield, both within a few minutes drive. Stanford Dingley is a short distance by car with a 15th century pub, The Bull – try your hand at ringing the bull, an ancient bar game, or eat in their restaurant. Also round the corner is the Royal Oak at Yattendon, an internationally known country house hotel and fine restaurant, and 15 minutes will take you to the River Thames and Thameside restaurants of The Boathouse, The Beetle & Wedge at Moulsford or for further fine dining, Rossini at The Leatherne Bottel at North Stoke serving superb, authentic Italian cuisine.

Schools abound within easy driving distance to include Cranford House, Moulsford Preparatory School for Boys, Pangbourne College, Bradfield College, The Oratory School, Downe House and St Andrew`s Preparatory School, Brockhurst & Marlston House Preparatory School & Elstree Preparatory School.

Shopping: Newbury and Reading are about equidistant. Thatcham is only a short distance away with a Waitrose and a further selection of shops. Pangbourne is about a 10/15 minute drive approx. Sainsbury`s is within easy driving distance, at Junction 12 of the M4.

Transport: There is an excellent rail connection within a few minutes driving distance with large car parking facilities at Theale connecting to Reading and London Paddington. Pangbourne and Thatcham stations have fast train connections to London Paddington. The M4 Junction 12 at Theale connecting to London and Heathrow is about 15 minutes.

Sporting: The Sports Centre & Tennis Complex at Bradfield is 5 minutes away with its fabulous indoor swimming pool, indoor tennis courts, squash and fitness centre open to public membership. For the equestrians there are riding schools in the area with lots of bridle paths through marvellous farmland and Bucklebury Common. There is polo on the Englefield Estate only 10 minutes away. Golf courses at Streatley, The Springs, Badgemore, Calcot, Sanford Springs and Bradfield. Within walking distance there is an excellent riding school with indoor ménage.

DIRECTIONS: From the offices of Dudley Singleton turn left. Proceed over the mini roundabout, passing the front of The Copper Inn, and leave the village of Pangbourne in the direction of the A4. Pass over the M4, then turn first right towards Bradfield. Pass through the heart of Bradfield, past the College, until you come to a War Memorial on a sloping T-junction. Turn left, proceed along the lane and turn left into Waylands at the large old house on the front, bear to the left and past the two gate lodges. Turn right and the property will be found on the left hand side.

SERVICES: Mains water, electricity. Private drainage. Eswa warm-up electric floor and ceiling heating.

Outgoings: The tenant to be responsible for all outgoings including Council Tax, Electricity, Water, Telephone, contents Insurance.
Rent: £1,800 per calendar month paid monthly in advance by Bankers Standing Order.
Cleaning & Gardening:Garden to be maintained by the tenant (s)
Deposit: Equivalent of two months rent to be held throughout the term by the government approved Deposit Protection Service through the Landlord`s Agent.
Possession: Available October 2015.

Administration fee: £200 plus Vat. References £26.00 plus Vat per person plus inventory fee, check in and check out fee – price dependent on whether the property is let furnished, part furnished or unfurnished. To be paid upon completion of the tenant referencing. Tenancy renewal fee £85.00.


NOTE: No commercial vehicles, boats or caravans to be parked outside the property. If suitable they must be parked inside the garage.

POST CODE: RG7 6AG

LOCAL AUTHORITY: West Berkshire Council. Tel: 01635 42400. www.westberks.gov.uk Council Tax: Band G

Viewing by arrangement with vendor`s agent, Dudley Singleton & Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN. Tel: 0118 984 2662 Fax: 0118 984 5490


E-mail: info@singletonanddaughter.co.uk London Office: Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London, W1.


IMPORTANT NOTICE: Dudley Singleton & Daughter for themselves and for the vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that:
1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items. We relied upon our own brief inspection and information supplied to us by the vendors. (i) The description, including photographs of the property and its contents, are intended to be a guide only rather than a detailed and accurate report and inventory. (ii) Floor plans, measurements, areas and distances are intended to be approximately only. (iii) Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements. The position of bathroom fittings as shown on the plan is indicative only – sizes, shapes and the exact locations may differ. Wall thicknesses, together with window and door sizes are approximate only and window and door openings are shown without frame details. (iv) Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current and no assumption should be made that any contents shown in them are included in the sale.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them:
3. No person in the employment of Dudley Singleton & Daughter has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the Vendor.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or surveyor.



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Property Features :

• Modern character country house
• Four bedrooms
• Three bathrooms
• Excellent family accommodation
• Gardens and communal meadow.
• Ideal for M4 Junction 12
• Maintained to a very high standard
• Double garage