Milldown Road, Goring, RG8

DESCRIPTION:

A charming semi detached period home of approximately 1737 sq ft dating from the Edwardian era, affording well-proportioned accommodation in generous gardens and grounds featuring a large garden office. The property incorporates the much-admired architectural features associated with the Edwardian era, such as oak doors, picture rails and wooden floors (protected under laid laminate). The current owners have replaced all sash windows with modern double glazed sash windows, and the property offers potential for further enlargement, subject to relevant planning permissions. Situated in a much sought after road within this picturesque Thames-side village and close walking distance of the highly regarded primary school, extensive shops & amenities, and mainline train station providing access to London Paddington in under the hour. EPC Rating D.

LOCAL INFORMATION:

Goring is a sought after village conveniently located for commuting to London (56 minutes) and Reading (15 minutes) by train from Goring station. Reading Station has a fast service to London, Paddington (from 29 mins) with the Elizabeth Line now allowing direct access to the City, Canary Wharf, the West End and Heathrow. The spectacular scenery in and around the Goring Gap is the setting for such classic books as Wind in the Willows, Watership Down and Three Men in a Boat. Views of Goring Lock, the weirs and the rural landscape, especially as seen from the bridge, are some of the most photographed and painted scenes in England. Goring has a good selection of local shops including an award winning grocer, butcher, several convenience shops including Tesco, as well as a doctor's surgery, dentist, chemist and vets. There is a thriving local community with a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups - latest news and events are on the village website at visitgoringandstreatley.co.uk

ACCOMMODATION:

Entrance is under a traditional pitched outdoor porch which has useful built in storage and front door leads into the hallway with stair access and cloakroom. The sitting room is a large room, stretching the width of the property and benefiting from dual aspect and having a working fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room is at the back of the property with bi-fold doors featuring integrated blinds leading directly onto the terrace, giving a real sense of “indoor/outdoor” living. The kitchen is a John Lewis of Hungerford design with oak work-tops and the room has underfloor heating throughout and back door for useful side access.
On the first floor there are 3 bedrooms, two of which have feature fireplaces. The main bedroom has fitted wardrobes. There is a family bathroom with a bath and large walk-in shower. Further stairs take you up to the second floor double bedroom (fitted wardrobes & eaves storage) with en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath.

Potential to further extend subject to relevant permissions which has been done to great effect along the road.


OUTSIDE SPACE:

The property is approached over a private gravelled driveway for off road parking, featuring corner lawn with pretty flower border. There is a side gate and path leading down the right hand side of the property to the back garden. The garden features a decked terrace with outside bar and additional storage to the other side. The remainder garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees, such as plum, pear and apple. At the end of the garden is the fully functioning garden office with electrics and wifi, offering a fantastic additional room. There is also a shed and children’s treehouse. With complete privacy, the garden is a lovely tranquil space.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

South Oxfordshire District Council. Tax band F. Gas fired central heating, all mains services. Electric car charging point.

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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