3 Bedrooms Semi-detached house for sale in The Old School, Aldworth RG8 | £ 500,000

Property Description

The old school

Aldworth – west berkshire

*Streatley on Thames / Goring on Thames – 2.5 Miles

*Wallingford – 8 Miles *Oxford – 21 Miles

*Newbury – 11 Miles *Reading – 13 Miles

*M4 at J12 – 9 Miles *M4 at J13 – 8 Miles

*A34 at East Ilsley– 4.5 Miles

An individual property of considerable character affording three bedroom accommodation of impressive proportions arranged in a flexible and unusual layout, being a former village School dating from approximately 1860.

Delightful Village Centre Location

Former Victorian Village School

Entrance Hall

Kitchen

Dining Room with wood burning stove

Sitting Room with open fire

Mezzanine Study/Family Room with village views

Master Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom

2 Further Double Bedrooms

Shower Room

Courtyard Garden

Storage Shed

Log Store

Location

Aldworth is a small and much prized rural village lying high up on the Berkshire Downs approximately 600ft above sea level, close to the ancient Ridgeway Path and in a designated “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”. The village, is historically linked to agriculture and farming and this way of life still continues today thus retaining its unspoilt charm and character with there having been little intrusive development.

There are two well-respected local Inns namely ”The Bell” in the village square and the thatched “Four Points” as well as a notable church St Mary’s, which dates from the 12th century and is well worth visiting to see the 14th century monuments to the De La Beche family, known as the Aldworth Giants. There is a cricket field by the newly built Village Hall, the latter providing numerous social and community activities.

Located just off the B4009 road to Newbury and only a 5 minute drive from Streatley / Goring on Thames where there are good shopping facilities and amenities including a mainline station providing fast commuter services up to London (Paddington) in under the hour.

The village also has good road communications for the major centres of Newbury, Reading, Oxford and the M4 motorway at Junctions 12 (Theale) or 13 (Chieveley). The A.34 at East Ilsley linking the South Coast with the Midlands is also within a short drive.

N.B. Crossrail services are scheduled to be commencing from Reading in approx. 2019 which together with the electrifying of the line will significantly improve travelling times to central London destinations.

Property description

Dating from approximately 1860, this former village school was closed in 1963 and is now a charming and unusual home located in the heart of this desirable village, a very short walk from the renowned Bell Inn and other village amenities. Affording a very flexible arrangement of split level accommodation consisting of three bedrooms and three reception rooms, with a light and lofty open plan bohemian feeling with vaulted ceilings, a wood burning stove and a wealth of character throughout including original Victorian floor tiles, exposed timbers, an open fire, large windows and original floorboards.

Outside

The property is approached via a timber pedestrian gate opening into a part walled courtyard garden with stone path to the entrance door. A low brick retaining wall divides the space with steps leading up to a secluded paved terrace, providing the ideal spot for al-fresco dining and entertaining, with mature and attractive planting creating a private and relaxing setting. There is a useful timber storage shed and an additional log store.

General information

Services: Mains water and electricity are connected. Central heating & hot water from oil fired boiler. Shared private septic tank drainage.

Council Tax: E

Postcode: RG8 9TJ

Energy Efficiency Rating: E / 42

Local Authority: West Berkshire District Council – Telephone: Directions

From our offices in the centre of Goring turn left and proceed down the high street, over the River Bridge continuing up to the top of Streatley High Street. At the traffic lights cross roads go straight over and proceed up the hill on the B.4009. On reaching Aldworth take the first turning right down Bell Lane, passing the village hall. On reaching the triangle with The Bell Inn turn left and The Old School will be found along on the right hand side. The entrance to the property is via a pedestrian gate to the rear garden.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co

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.

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