Church Lane, Streatley, RG8

DESCRIPTION:

Originally a farm cottage dating to 1852, the property has been extended and enhanced by the current owners to provide three bedrooms and two bathrooms with light and airy accommodation, and comes to the market for the first time in over 25 years. Set in an idyllic location on a quiet lane which forms part of the Thames Path National Trail just off Streatley High Street, with uninterrupted views across the churchyard, Streatley Meadow and towards the hills of The Holies National Trust Land. The cottage is just steps away from all the amenities of Goring & Streatley, and yet feels worlds away nestled in a peaceful idyll. The garden is South facing and benefits from private off street parking. The well presented accommodation includes: entrance porch, sitting/dining room, conservatory, kitchen, utility room, snug, main bedroom with en-suite, two further double bedrooms and family bathroom. Insulated with modern double glazing giving an EPC C Rating.

LOCAL INFORMATION:

Goring and Streatley is also conveniently located for direct trains to London. Crossrail (Elizabeth Line) services have commenced from Reading, which together with the completed electrification of the line has significantly improved travelling times to East and West destinations.

Recognised as one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames known as the 'Goring Gap', the villages of Goring & Streatley lie on opposite sides of the river in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering many amenities such as shops, restaurants, hotels, pubs and a highly sought after primary school and pre-school.
The village has a thriving local community with a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups - latest news and events are available on the village website at visitgoringandstreatley.co.uk



ACCOMMODATION:

An enclosed front porch opens into an open plan sitting/dining room, with a cast iron wood burner and a door leading into a fully insulated conservatory, which in turn has French doors onto the garden. The kitchen is fitted with a matching range of wall and base units with granite worktops and integral appliances including electric induction hob, oven, microwave/grill, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The kitchen leads to a utility room with an additional sink and space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. To complete the ground floor accommodation is a snug, with a wood burner and French doors to the patio. A staircase leads to the first floor. The main bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and built in wardrobes, with French doors opening to a small balcony, providing uninterrupted views over the churchyard, Streatley Meadow and to the skyline of Streatley High Street and the hills of The Holies beyond. The en-suite has a walk in shower with double shower heads, and is finished with Fired Earth tiles. There are two further double bedrooms, one with built in storage, and both with an outlook over the church, meadow and village. The family bathroom has been re-fitted with a modern suite comprising a walk in shower and feature freestanding stone bath with underfloor heating and full tiling.

OUTSIDE SPACE:

The private garden is set to the side of the cottage, and faces South, with a flagstone patio running the length of the house, opening onto a level lawned garden with planted beds. A path leads to a timber shed and side gate, opening to the parking area, which could be expanded to accommodate more vehicles if required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

West Berkshire County Council. Council Tax Band E. Mains water and drainage. Gas fired central heating with a modern, efficient boiler. Underfloor heating to all bathrooms and the kitchen. Water softener.

An enclosed front porch opens into an open plan sitting/dining room, with a cast iron wood burner and a door leading into a fully insulated conservatory, which in turn has French doors onto the garden. The kitchen is fitted with a matching range of wall and base units with granite worktops and integral appliances including gas hob, oven, microwave/grill, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The kitchen leads to a utility room with an additional sink and space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. To complete the ground floor accommodation is a snug, with a wood burner and French doors to the patio. A staircase leads to the first floor. The main bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and built in wardrobes, with French doors opening to a small balcony, providing uninterrupted views over the churchyard, Streatley Meadow and to the skyline of Streatley High Street and the hills of The Holies beyond. The en-suite has a walk in shower with double shower heads, and is finished with Fired Earth tiles. There are two further double bedrooms, one with built in storage, and both with an outlook over the church, meadow and village. The family bathroom was re-fitted with a modern suite approximately two years ago, with a walk in shower and feature freestanding stone bath with underfloor heating and full tiling.

BUYERS INFORMATION
To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
 

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