Ashampstead, Reading, Berkshire, RG8

Marls is a substantial family home set in glorious grounds of approximately 3.7 acres, there are outstanding views across the adjacent land which has 10.6 acres available to purchase under separate negotiation.

Nestled amidst its own grounds, including ancient woodland, this substantial family home offers a truly idyllic retreat.

The ground floor, bathed in natural light, boasts generously proportioned reception rooms, each thoughtfully oriented to showcase the stunning rural panorama. A magnificent double-aspect sitting room, beckons you outdoors with French doors opening onto an expansive elevated terrace - the perfect spot to soak up the tranquility of the surroundings.

The first floor reveals a luxurious principal bedroom with a private balcony, inviting elevated countryside views. A well-appointed guest bedroom with an en suite shower room, two additional double bedrooms, and a family bathroom complete this level. Two further bedrooms and a bathroom on the second floor.

Approached via a quiet lane lined with woodland, Marls is accessed through a five-bar wooden gate that leads to ample parking at the front of the house. The rear gardens, primarily laid to lawn, slope gently down to the paddocks, creating a seamless connection with the rural landscape. A substantial elevated terrace spans the entire back of the house, offering an idyllic vantage point to admire the sweeping countryside views. In addition to the landscaped gardens, the property boasts its own private ancient woodland, a protected bluebell wood.

Three expansive paddocks, extending to just over 10 acres are available to purchase under separate negotiation.

Ashampstead, West Berkshire
Marls enjoys a peaceful, secluded location near the charming village of Ashampstead, enveloped by the natural beauty of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village itself offers an excellent farm shop, while the surrounding countryside is a haven for walkers and riders.

Just a short drive away, the Thameside villages of Pangbourne and Goring-on-Thames provide a delightful array of shops and services, including convenient mainline rail links to London Paddington.

For a wider selection of amenities, the vibrant towns of Reading and Newbury offer a wealth of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

Excellent road connections via the M4 (J12) ensure easy access to the West Country, London, and its airports.

Educational facilities are excellent within the area and include Harriet House, Elstree, St Andrew’s Pangbourne, Cranford House Girls’ School, Moulsford Prep, The Oratory School (and The Oratory prep and pre-prep), Bradfield and Pangbourne Colleges.

Services
• Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage.
• Connection to Gigaclear ultra-fast fibre broadband is available at the property.
• Council tax – Band F 2023/2024 £3,056.32
• West Berkshire District Council

Postcode: RG8 8RU

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