Southview, School Lane, Stoke Row, Henley-on-Thames, RG9

A thoughtfully renovated Victorian cottage in the sought after village of Stoke Row.

Description

This beautifully appointed home has been meticulously maintained and upgraded with thoughtful details throughout. Upon entering the house at side, through an oak framed open porch with built-in log store. The stable door leads to the hallway, featuring elegant Mandarin Stone flooring, lending a sophisticated and durable finish. The hallway provides access to the utility/shower room, kitchen and sitting room.

The dual aspect sitting room offers a warm and inviting ambiance, centred around a feature wood burner. The flooring is Amtico, enhancing both style and durability. A separate door leads into the original front porch, which is still fully operational, but used as a cloakroom, providing additional storage. In the kitchen & dining room, the timeless Neptune design provides an elegant and bright space, with a range of wall and base units, including a larder style cupboard. Fired Earth tiles adorn both the walls and floors, complementing the aesthetics. The kitchen is well-equipped with two integrated under-counter Neff fridge’s, an integrated microwave and a well-maintained oil-fired AGA. The corner dining space with adjacent French doors, provide access on to the patio and garden. The ceiling is partially glazed, providing the room with excellent light. The generous utility room/shower & cloakroom room continues the refined aesthetic, with Neptune base level units and an integrated washing machine. There is an enclosed waterfall shower, a W/C and sink for ease. This area is heated by underfloor heating.

Stairs from the kitchen lead to the first floor. There are three double bedrooms, two with built in wardrobes. The fourth bedroom is a single room, currently set up as a study, fitted by John Lewis, and bespoke shelving provides additional storage space. Completing the first floor is the family bathroom featuring a William Holland copper bath. The tiles, sink, and shower/bath fittings are all from Fired Earth and create a cohesive and stylish design.

Outside, the beautifully landscaped and professionally planted cottage garden offers a serene and characterful outdoor space, thoughtfully designed for both enjoyment and functionality. The rear garden features a stone-paved patio with space for al fresco dining and entertaining. Mature trees and lush greenery provide some seclusion and privacy, while decorative potted plants and shrubs enhance the tranquil atmosphere. To the front & side of the property, are magnolia, lilac and fig trees which add seasonal interest. A stunning wisteria climbs across the front of the house, enhancing the property's timeless cottage appeal. There is a shed with separate small workshop, and also a raised summerhouse to the rear, and two further garden storage sheds to the front of the property. The boundaries are part-fenced & hedged and with paddocks behind. The gravelled driveway provides parking for multiple cars, and has an Electric Pod-Point.

Location

Situated in the popular Chilterns village of Stoke Row, designated an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by woodland and farmland and has many beautiful walks and bridleways nearby. There is a local shop/cafe, the highly rated Cherry Tree public house and award winning Crooked Billet restaurant.

More extensive shopping and recreational facilities can be found in nearby Reading and Henley-on-Thames together with a fast rail service to London Paddington and access to the M4 motorway and Heathrow Airport.

Square Footage: 1,340 sq ft



Directions

Head North on Bell St/A4130, after approx. 0.3 miles at the roundabout take the 2nd exit, at the next take the first exit on to Northfield End/A4130. After approx. 4.2 miles, take the first exit at the roundabout on to the B481, towards Highmoor. After approx. 1.4 miles turn right, follow the road for 1.7 miles, School Lane can be found on your left, turn down the road, after approx. 384ft the property can be found on your right.