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ROSEBANK LOWER BASILDON BERKSHIRE Goring 2 ½ miles Streatley High Street/River 2 miles Pangbourne 2 miles (London Paddington within the hour) Reading 8 miles (London Paddington 27 minutes) M4

2 ROSEBANK LOWER BASILDON BERKSHIRE Goring 2 ½ miles Streatley High Street/River 2 miles Pangbourne 2 miles (London Paddington within the hour) Reading 8 miles (London Paddington 27 minutes) M4 (Junction 12) 8 miles Henley on Thames 14 miles Newbury 12 miles Oxford 18 miles (Distances and times approximate) Situated in the delightful village of Lower Basildon near the River Thames and Basildon Park and midway between the Riverside villages of Pangbourne and Streatley on Thames within easy reach of Reading, and mainline trains for London Paddington in under the hour, the pending Crossrail to Canary Wharf, and the M4. Set in delightfully mature and sheltered walled gardens of approximately 0.14 of an acre, occupying a commanding position enjoying far reaching views across to the Chilterns Escarpment on the Oxfordshire side of the River Thames, a 3 / 4 bedroom semi-detached house, one of a dissimilar pair, with historical origins and significant character appeal, dating from 1910 and built for the Basildon Estate with its construction and design influenced by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the celebrated Edwardian Architect. Private Gated Entrance onto driveway providing ample parking Enclosed Entrance Porch & Hall Sitting Room With Fireplace Dining Room Kitchen / Breakfast Room Utility Room Sun Room / Play Room Bedroom 4 / Study Shower Room Courtyard Landing 3 Further Bedrooms Family Bathroom Boarded & Heated Loft (30 x 14 / 9.14m x 4.27m at widest) Detached Garage Delightfully Mature South Westerly Facing Walled Gardens & Grounds Extending To Approximately 0.14 Of An Acre In All The Cottage & Garage Amount To Approximately 1,591 sq ft NO ONWARD CHAIN

LOCATION Situated in scenic countryside designated an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the small village of Lower Basildon lies approximately midway between Pangbourne and Streatley on Thames at

Comprehensive everyday amenities and facilities including shops, banks, health centres, libraries and excellent primary schools are available at Goring on Thames and Pangbourne with both villages

3 LOCATION Situated in scenic countryside designated an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the small village of Lower Basildon lies approximately midway between Pangbourne and Streatley on Thames at the foot of the Berkshire Downlands overlooking the Thames Valley and across to the Chilterns on the Oxfordshire side of the river. Comprehensive everyday amenities and facilities including shops, banks, health centres, libraries and excellent primary schools are available at Goring on Thames and Pangbourne with both villages also having mainline stations providing fast commuter services to Reading and up to London Paddington in well under the hour, and Crossrail to Canary Wharf to be commissioned shortly. Road communications are also excellent with Reading and the M4 motorway being easily accessible. On the edge of Lower Basildon stands the historic Basildon House, now owned by the National Trust and open to the public as is Beale Park, which extends along the banks of the river where can be seen many exotic varieties of animals and birds as well as a miniature railway. Near the river off Church Lane is the historic 13th century Parish Church of St Bartholomews. A footpath along the Thames is accessible a short distance from the house. In addition to nearby villages having their own well revered primary school and secondary schools, locally the area is also extremely well served by an excellent range of both state and private schooling, of particular note; Bradfield College, Pangbourne College, Downe House, Cranford House, Moulsford Preparatory, The Manor, Abingdon Boys and The School of St Helen & Katharine. A variety of secondary school buses run through Lower Basildon.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Rosebank has an appealing traditional appearance, having red brick elevations under a pitched and gabled clay

Benefitting from its elevated position above road level, the design and arrangement of the house is attributed to Sir Edwin Lutyens,

time. Internally the immense character and quality of the original specification is much in evidence with a wood panelled staircase,

cooking range, an open fireplace to the sitting room, and a most delightful internally accessed courtyard.

Loft, the property affords spacious well apportioned accommodation, that combines a traditional and more open plan layout to great

4 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Rosebank has an appealing traditional appearance, having red brick elevations under a pitched and gabled clay tile roof. Benefitting from its elevated position above road level, the design and arrangement of the house is attributed to Sir Edwin Lutyens, a much-celebrated Edwardian Architect, who was commissioned by Major James Morrison (Retd) the owner of the Basildon Estate at that time. Internally the immense character and quality of the original specification is much in evidence with a wood panelled staircase, beamed ceilings, clay tiled flooring, exposed brickwork, heavy oak doors, original sash windows with secondary glazing, original cooking range, an open fireplace to the sitting room, and a most delightful internally accessed courtyard. Extending to approximately 1,454 sq ft internally, with additional space afforded from the garage and the boarded, lined and heated Loft, the property affords spacious well apportioned accommodation, that combines a traditional and more open plan layout to great effect, whilst realising a wholly relaxing ambience and outlook, in addition to monopolising on the wonderful and far reaching views over the countryside beyond. Simply stunning, the property offers would be buyers an aspirational lifestyle, with careful planning and attention having been provided combining, modern open plan living with that of a rather more traditional nature, in addition to embracing outside living and home working, and as a consequence the property presents itself as a most engaging residence, with early viewing highly recommended.

OUTSIDE The property has a wide sheltered frontage to the village road, set behind a low-lying brick wall with tall hedging providing great privacy and seclusion.

A brick paviour pathway leads off the driveway to the front enclosed porch and entrance hall and the delightful front garden, which is laid mainly to lawn with a pretty centrally featured boxed hedge.

5 OUTSIDE The property has a wide sheltered frontage to the village road, set behind a low-lying brick wall with tall hedging providing great privacy and seclusion. A spacious and gated driveway is located off to one side of the grounds, leading up to the detached garage. A brick paviour pathway leads off the driveway to the front enclosed porch and entrance hall and the delightful front garden, which is laid mainly to lawn with a pretty centrally featured boxed hedge. A tall gate to the side of the property leads through to the side and rear of the property. A brick paviour terraced path runs along the back of the property, flanked by a brick and flint wall, with steps leading up to the main rear gardens and grounds. Approached adjacent to the Sun Room / Play Room, the main rear garden is initially landscaped to form a delightful terrace, with brick paviour and a low lying brick wall with pillars surrounding a lawned table and seating area, perfect for Al Fresco dining. The main walled gardens are laid to lawn with a central brick pathway leading to a circular featured flower bed. Extensive planting of herbaceous borders, hedging, shrubs, and mature trees provide for a most pleasing aspect, with great privacy afforded. In all the gardens and grounds extend to approximately 0.14 of an acre.

Rosebank, Reading Road, Lower Basildon, Reading, RG8 9NN Approximate Gross Internal Area = 135.1 sq m / 1454 sq ft (Excluding Boarded & Heated Loft) Garage = 12.7 sq m / 136 sq ft Total = 147.

63 9'11 x 8'8 Floorplanz 2018 0203 9056099 Ref: 216907 This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale, unless stated.

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. Garage 4.42 x 2.

16 10'4 x 7'1 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) GENERAL INFORMATION Services: Main services except gas are connected to the property.

6 Rosebank, Reading Road, Lower Basildon, Reading, RG8 9NN Approximate Gross Internal Area = sq m / 1454 sq ft (Excluding Boarded & Heated Loft) Garage = 12.7 sq m / 136 sq ft Total = sq m / 1591 sq ft N Boarded & Heated Loft 30'0 x 14'0 / 9.14 x 4.27 (at widest) B Utility Room Sun Room / Play Room 3.61 x '10 x 7'0 Bedroom 4 / Study 3.03 x '11 x 8'8 Floorplanz Ref: 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. Garage 4.42 x '6 x 9'7 Kitchen 4.24 x '11 x 11'9 Courtyard 5.35 x '7 x 10'8 Bedroom x '4 x 7'1 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) GENERAL INFORMATION Services: Main services except gas are connected to the property. Central heating and domestic hot water from oil fired boiler. Gigaclear fiber optic broad band connected. Current EPC Rating: F / 37 Potential EPC Rating: C / 71 Postcode: RG8 9NN Local Authority: West Berkshire District Council Telephone: 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. Sitting Room 4.55 x '11 x 14'0 Dining Room 4.25 x '11 x 9'11 Ground Floor Master Bedroom 4.58 x '0 x 14'0 Bedroom x '11 x 10'0 First Floor DIRECTIONS From our offices in the centre of Goring turn left and proceed down the High Street and continue across the river bridge and up to the top of Streatley High Street. At the traffic lights bear left on to the A329 road to Pangbourne and in a further 2 miles on reaching Lower Basildon the property will be found on the right hand side being the left hand half of a dis-similar pair of older semi-detached houses and close to Church Lane on the left. VIEWING Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co /5 High Street, Goring-on Thames Nr Reading RG8 9AT E: sales@warmingham.com

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