East Hanney, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12

Part of a wonderful Grade II listed former Silk Mill.

Description

Built in 1820, the mill was originally constructed as a water-driven silk mill and has been used for various purposes in the intervening period.

Following the collapse of the silk trade it was repurposed as a grain mill and continued to operate in this capacity until the Second World War when it was then converted to an engineering works, which produced parts for the Mosquito Bomber aircraft. More recently it was used as a sculptor’s studio.

In 2008 Dandridge’s Mill was converted by Hallidays Developments to create an exclusive complex of apartments that combine luxury materials with ground-breaking low and zero carbon technologies. The development offers an attractive mix of original features, reclaimed materials and contemporary elements.

Each kitchen comprises bespoke fitted units. The bathrooms and shower rooms throughout feature sleek fittings and either stylish limestone or polished black tiling. All apartments benefit from Rako lighting, multi point Sky+/HD TV and DAB system and security features such as touch panel video entry phones and key fob alarm system. Hallidays Developments have also made great use of the mill’s beautiful surroundings, ensuring that each apartment enjoys views of the communal gardens and Letcombe Brook.

The ethos of Dandridge’s Mill has achieved widespread recognition. The development was ‘Highly Commended for Sustainability’ in the RIBA Downland Prize 2009 and was winner of ‘Best Technical Innovation’ at the 2010 LABC National Building Excellence Awards.

The Wheel House is a delightful and quirky three storey house forming part of Dandridges Mill, which overlooks the working end of this extraordinary building. The sound of flowing water from the Brook creates a peaceful and tranquil setting.

The Archimedes Screw, which has replaced the traditional mill wheel, generates power for the whole Mill as water transits from top to bottom. The entrance hallway opens to the centre of the ground floor, with the kitchen/breakfast room to the front and the living room to the rear. Bi-fold doors span the width of the end wall, opening to a private decked area overlooking the mill, gardens and Letcombe Brook.

A utility room has been cleverly tucked beneath the spiral staircase that winds to the first floor. Here there are two bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room. Stairs rise again to the second floor where there is a third bedroom and shower room.

Outside
There is a large decked terrace overlooking the water providing ample space for alfresco dining.

Services
Mains water and gas.
Private drainage (no charge to tenant)
Heating and hot water is supplied via a communal system with individual meters and tenants will be recharged for usage by the Landlord.

Location

Dandridge’s Mill is situated in the thriving and popular village of East Hanney in south Oxfordshire. The Hanneys, comprising East Hanney and neighbouring West Hanney, offer a range of amenities including St James C of E primary school, St James the Great church, community shop/post office, The Black Horse public house and The Plough Inn, together with a delightful community woodland.

There are also numerous sports clubs locally such as the Hanney Cricket Club, Hanney Tennis Club and Frilford Heath Golf Club. East Hanney has excellent road links; the A34, M40 and M4 are within easy reach and there is a regular bus service that operates, running to Oxford, Wantage and Abingdon, where there are a variety of shopping facilities.

Abingdon and Oxford offer numerous well regarded state and private schools and the village has daily school bus services during term time.

Square Footage: 1,176 sq ft



Additional Info

Holding Deposit : £553.85 ( 1 week )
Deposit Payable : £2,769.23 ( 5 weeks )
Minimum Term : 6 months
Rent must be paid monthly in advance