High Street, Goring, Reading, RG8

A charming Grade II listed cottage set in the heart of Goring-on-Thames.

Description

Nappers Cottage is a charming Grade II listed cottage, dating back to the late c.17th century and offers an abundance of characterful features. The property sits within a prominent position on the Goring high street and is within close proximity to all local amenities.

The front door opens into a small porch, with a door opening into the sitting room. This space has a charming original Inglenook fireplace with lovely wood burner. Steps lead up to a dining area that has an adjoining bathroom with a bath and over shower along with airing cupboard. The kitchen/breakfast room is to the rear and is fitted with a range of wall and base units. There is also a butler sink, double range cooker and space for additional appliances. The kitchen has French doors to the rear patio.

A return staircase leads to the first floor. The principal bedroom has a full range of built in wardrobes and exposed beams. There are two further bedrooms, one double and one single, both with exposed woodwork and a family bathroom fitted with a bath with shower over.

Outside
The front of the cottage is accessed from the High Street. A graveled shared drive to the side also leads to off street parking for two vehicles. There is a courtyard garden to the rear, which is paved with a flagstone patio, and enclosed by timber fencing. A gate leads to the parking.

Location

Nappers Cottage is situated in an enviable position in the heart of the sought after riverside village of Goring-on-Thames. The property is located in the conservation area, which is also designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village is in an area of scenic landscape known as the ‘Goring Gap', which signifies the end of the Chiltern Hills and the start of the Thames Valley. Goring has a great deal of amenities including a, medical practice, library, dentist and local shops including, a butcher and deli, together with restaurants and well regarded pubs.

The property is within easy access of Goring station which has a mainline train service to London Paddington as well as fast train service from Reading. The Elizabeth Line is now open with direct access to Paddington, Bond Street and Canary Wharf.

The M4 is easily accessible via the M4 (J12) and the M40 (J6). Educational facilities are excellent within the area and include Goring primary school, Cranford House Girls' School, Moulsford Prep, The Oratory School (and The Oratory prep and pre-prep) and Bradfield and Pangbourne Colleges. Local recreations include golf at The Springs and Goring & Streatley Golf Club, and activities on the River Thames. Walking and cycling can be enjoyed across many of the areas footpaths, including the Ridgeway, Thames Path and Chiltern Way.

Square Footage: 1,314 sq ft



Directions

From Henley-on-Thames, leave via the A4130 Fairmile to Oxford, passing through Nettlebed and continue until you reach the Crowmarsh Gifford roundabout. Take the first exit and follow the signs for the A4074 Reading and Caversham. Take the first exit at the next roundabout as well. Turn right (into the filter lane) taking the turning for Goring B4009 and continue into the village turning right over the railway bridge. Continue through the village with the property being found on your right-hand side just before McColls store.