Knights Lane, Ball Hill, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20

An exceptional country property with detached annexe, grounds of around 2.5 acres and a tennis court.

Description

Knights Cottage is an exquisite home enviably tucked away from the lane by a private sweeping driveway, flanked by mature shrubs, flower beds, well tended lawns and a picturesque pond. The house sits well in its plot with views over the stunning grounds.
The welcoming entrance hall immediately gives not only a sense of the character of the property but also dictates the calm ambiance and stylish presentation throughout. The ground floor offers generous reception rooms, with an elegant sitting room with fireplace which in turn leads into the study with bay window, both rooms having doors to outside. In addition, there is a sizeable snug, again with doors to outside and a separate dining room. The kitchen is fully fitted, it has a central island and ample space for informal dining. The adjoining, recently refitted utility room is most useful as is the pantry, directly off the kitchen.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from a dressing area with walk-in wardrobe and an en suite bathroom. There are four further bedrooms which are served by two additional bathrooms. All of the rooms enjoy a beautiful aspect.
Outside,the current owners have converted a substantial outbuilding to create additional accommodation which encompasses a kitchen, a dining room (ideal for entertaining as it can seat around 20 people), a truly fabulous garden room with two sets of double doors to the garden, a shower room and bedroom.
Further outbuildings include store rooms, a sizeable shed and a double open bay garage. The sweeping lawns are bordered by high hedging and trees offering seclusion and lead down to the tennis court at the base of the garden. There is also a kitchen garden and a most attractive seating area as well as a most delightful secluded courtyard garden to the rear which features numerous mature shrubs, the ideal spot for total relaxation.

Location

Idyllically situated in Ball Hill,a most popular small hamlet, just south west of Newbury. There is a garden centre, garage and a pub in the village itself and further amenities can be found in nearby Highclere, Kintbury and Woolton Hill, both the latter of which have a primary school and doctors’ surgery. Ball Hill is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the popular Wayfarers Walk, and is surrounded by beautiful undulating countryside providing access for wonderful walking, riding and cycling . Newbury offers extensive amenities including various large supermarkets, numerous restaurants and cafes and a wide selection of shops, as well as racing at Newbury racecourse, golf courses and the theatres. There is a wide choice of schools in the area both private and state, the latter including Cheam, Downe House, Horris Hill, St. Gabriel's, Estree and Bradfield College.
Communications to London and the West Country are excellent with easy road access to the A34, M4, A303 and M3. There is a direct train service from Newbury into London Paddington, linking with the recently opened Elizabeth Line providing fast (23 minutes) access across London to the West End and City.




Acreage: 2.5 Acres

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Additional Info

Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Oil central heating
LPG gas heating to the annexe.
Solar panels.

Council Tax:
House G
Annexe A