THE HOUSE ON THE HILL - HARDWICK ROAD - WHITCHURCH-ON-THAMES OXFORDSHIRE - Warmingham
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THE HOUSE ON THE HILL – HARDWICK ROAD
www.warmingham.com
WHITCHURCH-ON-THAMES OXFORDSHIRE
THE HOUSE ON THE
HILL – HARDWICK ROAD
WHITCHURCH-ON-THAMES OXFORDSHIRE
READING - 5 Miles HENLEY ON THAMES - 12 Miles
NEWBURY - 13 Miles PANGBOURNE ON THAMES - ½
Mile M4 MOTORWAY (J 12) - 6 Miles GORING ON
THAMES - 3½ Miles HEATHROW Approx. 37 Miles
Situated in a charming tree lined road on the elevated edge of this
sought after riverside village lying on the banks of the River Thames,
yet within close walking distance of mainline train station providing
direct access to London Paddington in under the hour, extensive
shopping & social amenities, and highly regarded schooling, a truly
stunning modern & contemporary 6 bedroom (3 ensuite), 4 reception
room, 5 bathroom home, of contemporary design, affording excellent
proportions and an inspired layout, extending to approximately
3,315 sq ft. Built in 1984, to the highest standard, with stylish and
quality fixtures and fittings entirely evident throughout, the property
is attractively set in professionally landscaped gardens and grounds of
approximately 0.33 of an acre, and including a heated swimming pool
with private driveway and detached double garage, and fantastic views
afforded.
An Exquisite Family Residence Of Striking Architectural
Design
Prestigious Location With Far-Reaching Views
LOCATION
Walking Distance Of Extensive Amenities, Schooling, The Sitting/Dining Room /Kitchen The picturesque village of Whitchurch on Thames lies just into South
River Thames, Mainline Railway Station Utility Store Oxfordshire on the northern bank of the River Thames at the foot of the
Covered Entrance Porch Chiltern escarpment, with the river forming the boundary between the
Bedroom 5 two counties of South Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. The village has
Reception Hall a wealth of period properties, many Listed as being of special historic
Shower Room with underfloor heating
Sitting Room with open fireplace and Balcony enjoying far and architectural merit and interest and the High Street and immediate
reaching views Large Terrace With Built in seating surrounding area is now a Conservation Area. The River Thames
Heating Swimming Pool continues to provide a tranquil background with its water meadows and
Beautifully presented fully fitted Kitchen with adjoining leisurely way of life. There are numerous riverside and country walks and
Dining Room also with wonderful views Garden Shed the surrounding scenic countryside is designated as being an “AONB”.
Side entrance lobby Log Store In the village there are two ‘Olde Worlde’ inns, a well revered primary
school with pre-school and a well-used cricket ground supported by an
Master Bedroom Suite With En-Suite Bathroom Large Lawn enthusiastic village team.
Dressing Room
Detached Double Garage The village boasts an OFSTED rated ‘Outstanding’ primary school, and
Bedroom 4 With En-Suite Bathroom a pre-school and is also in the catchment area of the well regarded
Driveway Parking
Bedroom 2 With En-Suite Bathroom and underfloor Langtree Secondary School, based in nearby Woodcote (with own bus
heating Roof Mounted Solar Panels route). In addition, the area is also extremely well served by an excellent
In All Approximately 3,315 Sq Ft range of private schooling, of particular note; Cranford House School,
Bedroom 3 With En-Suite Bathroom and underfloor
The Oratory Preparatory School, Moulsford Preparatory School, St
heating Professionally Landscaped Gardens & Grounds Of Andrew’s Preparatory School, The Oratory School, Pangbourne College,
Office/ Bedroom 6 Approximately 0.33 Of An Acre Brockhurst & Marlston House, Queen Anne’s School, Downe House,
Rupert House School, Shiplake College, The Abbey School,
Reading Boys Grammar school, Kendrick Girls Grammar School,
Bradfield College, The Manor Preparatory School, Abingdon
School, Abingdon Preparatory School, Radley College, and St
Helen & St Katharine.
The larger village of Pangbourne, connected to Whitchurch on
Thames by a Toll Bridge, offers a comprehensive range of facilities
with many independent shops and mainstream ones, including a
supermarket and WH Smith, an array of restaurants, cafes including
a Costa, pubs, an impressive health centre, library, dentists,
hairdressers, post office, hardware store, boutique shops, outdoor
activity centre including canoeing and climbing to name but a few,
and a main line railway station providing fast commuter services to
Reading and London, (Paddington) in well under the hour. There are
also good road communications enabling easy access to Reading,
Newbury, Oxford, Henley and the M4 Motorway at Theale. Crossrail
(Elizabeth Line) services have commenced from Reading, with the
full service scheduled to commence in 2021, which together with
the completed electrification of the line has significantly improved
travelling times to East and West destinations.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Situated in a peaceful and idyllic location on the quiet fringe of
this popular village, The House on The Hill is a simply stunning
family residence with a wholly relaxing yet engaging ambience,
showcasing proudly the architectural attributes of the property,
both internally and externally.
Built to a high standard in 1984, and applauded by Tomorrow’s
World at the time, as a house of the future. Part white rendered
elevations at the front, internally a more contemporary note is The property has a wide and mature private frontage to Hardwick
evident, with high quality and stylish fixtures and fittings entirely Road, with a vehicular entrance driveway and forecourt providing
evident, most impressive and complimentary to the building as ample parking for numerous vehicles, and leading to the detached
a whole, which affords particularly generous accommodation of double garage, with light and power, and 2 electric up and over
approximately 3,315 sq ft spread over 4 floors, with an inspired doors, heated flooring plus loft storage. A side pedestrian gate
layout to be found, boasting open plan contemporary living. The gives access to the good size rear gardens, heated swimming pool
rear of the property is individually designed having an eclectic mix and grounds.
of mainly glass, wood and solar panels, incorporating a balcony
which encapsulates the wonderful views afforded. The gardens and grounds at the rear of the house enjoy a stunning
and sheltered southerly aspect, with extensive mature planting of
A simply stunning home, stylishly and tastefully presented shrubs, and an array of trees affording a simply wonderful outlook,
throughout, in a most delightful and convenient setting, early further enhanced by the stunning views afforded, reaching well
viewing is advised. into the far distance. The main lawned garden is flanked by a wide
decked and granite stone terrace which runs across the back of
OUTSIDE
the house, perfect for ‘Al Fresco’ dining, with exterior wall lighting
Situated well set back on a delightful tree lined road on the elevated
extending the useable hours in the day, and adding an attractive
fringe of the village, yet within close walking distance of the village
ambience. The heated swimming pool is a fabulous feature of the
pre-school and primary school, pubs, art gallery and over The
garden, being elevated and adding further merit to the wonderful
River Thames to Pangbourne, where an extensive range of shops,
entertaining area. There is also a useful log store in a sheltered area
restaurants and amenities can be found. The mainline railway
and a large garden shed at the end of the garden.
station at Pangbourne is approximately 15 minutes’ walk away,
providing regular, direct access to London Paddington within the Simply stunning, the gardens and grounds extend to approximately
hour. 0.33 of an acre, and must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
House on the Hill, Hardwick Road, Whitchurch on Thames, RG8 7HW N
Approximate Gross Internal Area = 278 sq m / 2992 sq ft
Garage and Log Store = 33 sq m / 355 sq ft
Total = 311 sq m / 3347 sq ft
Dressing Room
3.35 x 2.57
Bedroom 4 11'0 x 8'5 Master Bedroom
3.73 x 3.56 4.55 x 3.80
12'3 x 11'8 15' x 12'6
Office / Bedroom 6
3.35 x 2.54
Bedroom 3 11'0 x 8'4
Bedroom 2
3.73 x 3.56 4.56 x 3.72 T
12'3 x 11'8 15'0 x 12'3
Landing
First Floor
Landing
T Balcony
Lower Ground Floor
Kitchen / Breakfast Room
7.16 x 5.63
23'4 x 18'6
Sitting Room
5.66 x 4.56
Swimming Pool 18'6 x 15'0
Hall
Ground Floor Level
Terrace
Feet
0 5 10
Garage
Sitting / Dining Room / Kitchen 5.83 x 5.24
8.16 x 5.60 19'1 x 17'1 0 1 2 3
Bedroom 5 26'7 x 15'0 Metres
5.60 x 3.56
18'5 x 11'8
Log Store
Utility
1.86 x 1.84 1.70 x 1.36
6'1 x 6'0 5'5 x 4'4
(Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)
Garden Level
CREATESPACE DESIGN ref 105
Surveyed and drawn in accordance with the International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS 2: Residential)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains gas, electricity, water, and drainage are
connected. Central heating and hot water from gas fired boiler.
Mains electricity supplemented via P-V roof panels.
Postcode: RG8 7HW
Energy Efficiency Rating: Rating: D / 68
Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council. Telephone:
01235 422422
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring turn right and proceed to
the top of the High Street where at the railway bridge junction turn
right and then next left into the Reading Road. Follow this road up
Whitehill and out of the village, in a further 2 miles on reaching the
crossroads at Crays Pond, turn right for Whitchurch-on-Thames
and Pangbourne. In a further 1½ miles continue down the hill into
the village of Whitchurch-on-Thames itself, and after the narrow
part of the road turn left in the square into Hardwick Road. The
House on the Hill will then be found after 200 metres off on the
right hand side, just before the first turning right into Swanston
Field.
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.
www.warmingham.com
01491 874144
4/5 High Street, Goring-on Thames
Nr Reading RG8 9AT
E: sales@warmingham.com
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