Oakley Court, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10

An immaculate character house in a delightful location with beautiful views

Description

This substantial detached house occupies a private position of about 0.5 acre within Oakley Court, within easy reach of both Wallingford and Henley. The house fronts onto the shared meadow and has spectacular rural views over fields and to the beautiful valley beyond.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors, stepping into the entrance hall which connects all the principal rooms, there is an immediate feeling of light and space. The living room is split level to create a dining area and separate sitting area around the open fireplace with windows on all 3 sides bringing in those wonderful views and links to the garden. The kitchen is a particularly fine feature of the house - with a vaulted ceiling, this generous room has a luxurious kitchen built around a central island. Beyond is the dining area with a wood burning stove. there are glazed bi-fold doors out to the garden and terrace.

Also on the ground floor is a family room, study, cloakroom, a shower room and separate utility/boot room.

Upstairs, there are three bedroom suites, the fourth and fifth bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal suite has floor to ceiling windows to take in the rural views, creating a spectacular room. All the bedrooms are generously proportioned with built in fitted wardrobes.


Outside

Hunt House sits in the middle of its plot. A private lane gives access to the two separate driveways; the first in front of the house and the second to the side which accesses the further parking area and garages. The garden and grounds are well maintained, mainly laid to lawn with a large covered patio terraces stepping out from the kitchen and living room. The garden has a southerly aspect and has zoned areas of planting to create privacy and enjoy the views of the fields and woodland beyond. There is garaging and an attached gymnasium.

Location

Oakley Court is a unique collection of properties converted and built on the site of an old school, surrounding a beautiful and extensive flower meadow, giving residents shared ownership of this superb space to enjoy, right on the doorstep.

There is also a further option for residents to have an allotment on land immediately abutting the main development.

Nestled in this tranquil spot at the foot of The Chiltern Hills, the location has direct access to wonderful walks and cycling on the myriad of footpaths and bridleways close by and also some fine pubs and eateries to walk to, including The Nettlebed Creamery and the King William IV pub, itself a firm favourite for walkers and riders with its magnificent view.

The larger centres of Reading and Oxford are easily accessible by road and there are stations for London Connections at nearby Cholsey and Goring. There are boating and marina facilities on the Thames at nearby Wallingford, Henley and Benson Lock. Also nearby are excellent local and private schools, including The Oratory Prep, Moulsford and Cranford House.

Square Footage: 4,158 sq ft


Acreage: 0.5 Acres

Directions

From Henley-on-Thames, take the Fairmile A4130 to Oxford and Wallingford. Pass through the village of Nettlebed and after about 2 miles, turn left to Nuffield and Stoke Row. Pass Huntercombe Golf Club house on the right and take the next right signposted to Nuffield. Continue along the lane and take the second turning on the right into Oakley Court. Proceed along the drive past the Clock Tower, turning right at the top. Continue to the end of this road and Hunt House will be found on the right.