4 bed detached house for sale

South Stoke Road, Woodcote, Reading, Oxfordshire RG8

A four bedroom detached home with countryside views and a large mature garden of approximately an acre

Description
Agents Note- Please be advised there is active planning permission for a single dwelling to be built on the adjacent plot next to the property. There will be building construction taking place in the short term ownership of Dean Wood House.

Dean Wood House is a charming four-bedroom detached home occupying an enviable rural setting. Originally built in the 1960s, the property enjoys a wonderful westerly aspect with far-reaching views across the beautiful countryside of the neighbouring Goring Gap and sits within approximately one acre of mature gardens and grounds.

The house presents an exciting opportunity for an incoming purchaser to undertake a comprehensive renovation programme and create an exceptional modern family home in a highly desirable location.

Upon entering, a welcoming entrance hall with cloakroom provides access to a study and a conservatory overlooking the gardens.

The principal reception space is the impressive sitting room, extending to almost 30 ft in width and benefiting from excellent natural light through large windows and French doors opening to the conservatory. The room is complemented by exposed wooden flooring and an attractive working fireplace. Leading from the sitting room is a separate dining room and the kitchen, which is fitted with a range of wooden wall and base units and benefits from a useful walk-in pantry. The ground floor also includes a utility room, a large versatile additional room, and access to the integrated double garage.

On the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms. The generous principal bedroom benefits from a separate dressing room and an en suite bathroom, which can also be accessed from the landing. There are three further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. An airing cupboard and loft space provide useful additional storage.

Outside
The gardens and setting are undoubtedly among the property's most attractive features. Dean Wood House occupies an exceptional position with a stunning westerly outlook over neighbouring countryside. Extending to just over an acre, the gardens are predominantly laid to level lawn and are naturally screened by mature trees, providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion.

To the front, the property is approached via South Stoke Road, leading to a gravelled driveway that provides ample parking for several vehicles and access to the integrated double garage.

Location
Dean Wood House is ideally located on the edge of the village offering a high degree of privacy and views of the neighbouring countryside known as the Goring gap. Woodcote Village is superbly located with a village green, two shops, village hall, medical practice and garden centre whilst also offering access to the riverside town of Henley-on-Thames and the city of Oxford. The village is also within close proximity to the Oratory School, a coeducational independent school along with the Langtree School - specialist in performing arts. There all also a variety of other local state and independent schools nearby.

There is a mainline rail service to London, Paddington via Reading from 27 minutes and the City via the Elizabeth Line. The M4 J11 is within easy striking distance providing access to the M25, London, Heathrow Airport and the West Country. There are a number of fine golf courses in the area including Badgemore Park, Huntercombe and Henley. The nearby countryside offers miles of extensive walking and riding and there are boating facilities available on the River Thames.

Square Footage: 3,110 sq ft