Headley, Near Newbury, Hampshire

The Gable House is a beautiful family house which was created about 15 years ago by the current owners. The house and grounds have had time to settle and mature, creating a classically inspired modern country house ideal for modern sophisticated living. The house was designed by the popular local architect, Alex Oliver, who is renowned for designing stylish houses in the area, and The Gable House is typical of his work. The house takes its name from the characteristic gables which give it a sense of importance in its setting. The facades of the property are lime rendered, providing a timeless and soft appearance. On the ground floor, The Gable House is centred around a large airy and light central hallway with a galleried landing above on the first floor. The downstairs living space is flexible and can be quite informal, as modern tastes desire, with a large kitchen which flows into a dining room, or alternative reception space, as required. These rooms seamlessly flow out onto the generous south west facing stone terraces which surround the house. In addition, there is a smart drawing room, sitting room and study. Of particular practical note is a generous laundry room, off which there is also a boot room and wine store. Upstairs on the first floor there are four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the principal bedroom suite with a bathroom and dressing room. All the bedrooms have charming views over the attractively designed gardens, with more distant rural views beyond. On the second floor there is a fantastic suite of rooms which adds huge flexibility to the overall accommodation at The Gable House. This space currently comprises two bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as an open plan central space used for yoga and gym equipment.

The gardens and grounds at The Gable House are fully mature, and the house sits proudly in a green and attractive environment. The house is approached via a long no through track which arrives at The Gable House across a sweeping gravel driveway. The gardens closest to the house have been designed to cushion the house in sumptuous flowering mixed borders and climbing plants. The terraces are brilliantly positioned to maximise the sun and link with the main living accommodation of the property. Beyond the formal gardens, there are areas of wild flower meadows, an orchard, and a lovely vegetable garden with a smart cedar greenhouse. There is also a larger area of flat lawn, which has been enjoyed for football and family games over the years. There is a generous garage block and plenty of parking for a number of cars. There is also a pony paddock in front of the house which protects the view.

The Gable House is conveniently situated close to Ashford Hill and Headley, and is just a short distance from Kingsclere which has a fantastic range of local facilities including a primary school, village shop, post office, butcher, doctors' surgery, chemist and gastro-pub. The beautiful surrounding countryside is very popular for walking and riding and the area has all the advantages of rural outdoor space combined with accessibility to larger towns and transport links. The property is about half way between Newbury and Basingstoke in an excellent location for commuting, either by direct train service from Newbury into London Paddington, or Basingstoke into London Waterloo, or by car via the M4 or M3. There is a wide choice of highly regarded schools in the area including Cheam (one mile away), Elstree, Brockhurst and Marlston House, Horris Hill, Bradfield, Downe House and St Gabriel's.