Property description

A splendid, 5 bedroom spacious modern country house occupying a wonderful plot of approx. 3.451 acres, surrounded by natural countryside with views to wooded hills in the distance.

Approx 3,862 sq ft / 359 msq.

Approx 3.451 acres / 1.396 ha

Newbury 9 miles, Reading 10 miles,
M4 Junction12: 6 miles.
Pangbourne 7 miles, approx 15 minutes by car.
(distances approximate)

A splendid, spacious modern country house occupying a wonderful plot and position, surrounded by natural countryside with views to wooded hills in the distance.

The property is entered from probably the most magnificent entrance in the area to a private house. The gates and archway are listed Grade II and have been put in good order by the present owners and are owned by Hampton House. This drive was originally part of the Elstree Estate with the archway above the gates still showing their heraldic shield; the high original wrought iron gates are remote controlled with an entry phone and give access to only one other property.

The drive and the fabulous ancient avenue of oak trees is owned by Hampton House and gives one of the most impressive entrances to be found in this part of the world.

Sweeping lawns run to either side of the drive with the land owned by the property, paddock and tennis court on the right hand side of the drive concealed by a high laurel hedge. The drive has concealed lighting along its length which shines from the lawn up into the trees and, as can be imagined, is a splendid sight in the evening.

On the left hand side of the drive is farmland planted at the moment with grain and the drive turns sharply to the right to give the main private access to the property.

As the drive sweeps round to Hampton House, the paddock on the left is owned by the property, flanked by well-maintained lawns, and on the other side by well planted and very attractive shrubberies.

The drive then opens out into a large and imposing courtyard with the main entrance to the property on the right and a detached garage block at the far end, part of which might easily be converted to a self-contained cottage, if so desired, as there is already an independent staircase to the first floor and an entrance hall with a cloakroom and shower at ground level, which also serves the swimming pool area which lies adjacent. To the first floor of this building is a snooker or pool room. The very pretty pool area is immediately to the rear of the property and a natural sun trap with a large stone paved patio surrounding and running round the house on the east side.

This is a fantastic family house with lots of light and space.

Special Features: Large and impressive entrance and reception hall with the main entrance lobby secured by twin hardwood doors with raised and fielded panels in the traditional style. * A fine hardwood staircase rises to the first floor and galleried landing and continues up into the 2nd floor where there is an office. * The drawing room is finely proportioned with French doors leading into the conservatory with the whole house having a period feel with the large sash windows which are showing on two sides of the drawing room with a pair of doors opening into the room and a large open stone fireplace - a very elegant room.

* Off the reception hall there is double door access into a large dining room and, lying adjacent, access into a family/television room with French doors opening onto the rear patio and swimming pool area. * The kitchen area is well equipped and very pretty with cream painted units and a large Britannia cooking range, French doors open directly into the large conservatory which has a wood burning stove for winter use.

* To the first floor there is a large landing with well-fitted family bathroom with whirlpool bath, and doors to all major bedrooms. * Guest bedroom with en suite shower room and fitted wardrobes, further guest bedroom with en suite shower room, and large master bedroom which enjoys a very attractive double aspect with far reaching rural views, and has a large well fitted dressing room and large shower room. * Everywhere is space and light.

The property has been well maintained by the present owners who have been in residence approximately 12 years. * The hard tennis court is in good order.

Local Facilities: Midgham Green has a village green and a village hall. Easy access to Midgham station approximately 0.5 mile away which gives an intercity fast train connection to London Paddington; stations also at Pangbourne, Theale and Thatcham. Just along the road is Thatcham and a fine selection of shops including a Waitrose supermarket.

This is fabulous riding country with lots of bridle paths.

Medical practice in Bucklebury.

The Angel Restaurant in Woolhampton has an excellent reputation and The Coach & Horses which also has excellent food is only a short distance by car. Other pubs and restaurants in the area include The Bladebone at Chapel Row, The Boot Inn at Stanford Dingley and the Royal Oak at Yattendon, and the celebrity chef, Mike Robinson, now owns The Pot Kiln at Frilsham which also serves a range of award winning real ales from West Berkshire Brewery. There is a wonderful sporting complex open to public membership at Bradfield College with indoor tennis courts, squash, indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, etc. Bradfield College also has a 9-hole golf course and it is understood that membership is still open.

Schools abound in this area with local schools to include The Kennet secondary school (Ofsted: Outstanding) , Woolhampton C of E Primary School, Beenham Primary School, and St Finian`s in Cold Ash; there is also Bradfield College, Pangbourne College, St Andrew`s Preparatory School and Cheam Preparatory School, which are not far by car, and Elstree School is nearby.

This property enjoys rural seclusion, peace and tranquillity, yet it is still within easy driving distance of large commercial centres and main lines of communication by road and rail to other large commercial centres; a very convenient place to live.


SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION: Entrance hall, large reception hall, drawing room, dining room, family/television room, large kitchen, utility room, large conservatory with breakfast area and wood burning stove. First floor: Large landing, 5 bedrooms including 3 suites, family bathroom, master bedroom also enjoying a well fitted dressing room. Second floor: Office/study, store room. Oil-fired central heating.

Outside: Detached 3-car garage block with pool equipment room and separate independent access to a cloakroom with shower and a staircase to the first floor snooker/pool room. Outdoor heated swimming pool, hard standing tennis court.

Gardens & Grounds: Extending to approximately 3.451 / 1.396 ha.

DIRECTIONS: From the offices of Singleton & Daughter turn left, proceed out of the village towards the A4, pass through Tidmarsh, pass over the M4, turning first right signposted Bradfield. Proceed along this road through the centre of Bradfield College until you arrive at a T-junction with a War Memorial on your left, turn right. Proceed along this road through the Avenue of Oaks until you reach The Bladebone pub at the end of the Avenue on your left, turn left.

Proceed down this road, keeping to the left, until you reach the junction with Douai Abbey on your left hand side. Turn left, proceed down the hill and you will find the entrance to a golf course on the left and the imposing entrance owned by Hampton House on the right.

There is an intercom to allow the owners to open the gates. Proceed along the long drive with an avenue of oaks until you see a turning to the right, turn right and this is the private drive into Hampton House.

SERVICES: Mains electricity. Private water supply. Modern septic tank drainage. Oil-fired central heating.

POST CODE:RG7 5QG

LOCAL AUTHORITY:West Berkshire Council.
Tel: 01635 42400. www.westberks.gov.ukCouncil Tax: Band G. 2013/14 - £2,535.26

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.

Email: 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:
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Directions
From the offices of Singleton & Daughter turn left, proceed out of the village towards the A4, pass through Tidmarsh, pass over the M4, turning first right signposted Bradfield. Proceed along this road through the centre of Bradfield College until you arrive at a T-junction with a War Memorial on your left, turn right. Proceed along this road through the Avenue of Oaks until you reach The Bladebone pub at the end of the Avenue on your left, turn left.

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

Property Features :

• Modern country house
• Impressive gated driveway
• Space and light
• Five bedrooms
• Four bathrooms
• Swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Games room