Woodlands Brook, Wantage, OX12

Peacefully nestled on the leafy fringes of Wantage, with its vast, light-filled premium finish open plan living and bountiful bedrooms over three floors, No. 19, Woodlands Brook, like a gift already unwrapped and ready to enjoy, comes with no onward chain.

Serene setting

Tucked back from the wider world along a private road, No. 19 sits serenely amidst professionally maintained verges, hedging and private woodland; lush, trim and impeccably kept throughout the year.

Plenty of parking is available along the broad, set paving driveway, alongside a double garage. Landscaped topiary and hedging creates an ordered formal yet friendly first impression, perfectly attuned to the grandeur of the pillared porch entrance.

A warm welcome

Light flows in through full height windows to either side of the front door, fully illuminating the entrance hall, where large format stone tiles flow out underfoot, amplifying the sense of scale and spaciousness.

Stash coats and shoes in the cupboard beneath the stairs directly ahead, before freshening up in the cloakroom to the right, where elegant marine-themed décor shimmers in antique gold, while modern push-flush fittings offer practicality alongside a touch of whimsy.

Modern country living

A modern country home in every respect, across the entrance hall, the study is fully furnished for contemporary working from home at a truly professional standard, supported by highly reliable 70 Mb/s broadband. Fitted cupboards, cabinets and a bespoke curving desk, provide all the essentials for your home office, while a front-facing window forms an invitingly comfortable window seat where natural light pours in.

Relax and unwind in the living room next door, carpeted softly in grey and with harmonious tones to the walls. A warm, welcoming room, with bifolding doors opening to the patio and garden, and a contemporary charcoal grey media wall with space for an inset television, the living room is an all-season space for family days and nights.

Returning to the entrance hall, ahead and to the right, the vast kitchen-dining space unfolds with striking angles, warmed by underfloor heating and filled with light courtesy of roof lanterns and full-width bifolding doors, offering instant access outdoors for summertime al fresco dining.

Feast your eyes

This striking Schüller kitchen is the embodiment of premium presentation and efficiency, furnished with sleek, handleless, deep graphite-toned cabinetry with clean, for a refined, contemporary finish. White porcelain worktops offer plenty of preparation space across both the main run and the sociable central island, while subtle integrated lighting creates a soft evening glow.

A mirrored splashback runs the length of the sink area, amplifying light and adding a layered sense of depth. The large storage cupboard discreetly houses the upgraded boiler, fitted in 2020 and more recently serviced in 2021, while an array of integrated Miele appliances include a fridge, freezer, oven, dishwasher, combi-oven, warming drawer, hob and teppanyaki plate, alongside a Quooker instant boiling-water tap. Tucked away in the separate utility area discover further storage and plumbing for a washer-dryer. After dinner, relax and unwind in the seating area, with glorious garden views.

Back in the entrance hall, ascend the carpeted staircase to the first-floor landing, where the principal suite awaits on the right.

Rest and recharge

Peacefully positioned with leafy views across the garden and trees to the rear, the main bedroom is a serene sanctuary and easy retreat for grown ups at the end of a busy day. Two sets of built in wardrobes offer plenty of storage, alongside built in dressing table and drawers.

An oasis of calm, the spa-like en suite finished in Villeroy & Boch and Valda with underfloor heating underfoot features softly illuminated LED mirrors set against a bamboo-style vertical slatted feature wall. Floating vanity units storage sits beneath twin basins paired with wall-mounted brassware, while warm-toned porcelain tiling to the walls completed the sense of total tranquillity. Soak away the aches in the freestanding bath and enjoy a break from the wider world and its cares, with a separate wet-room shower.

Across the landing, two further double bedrooms feature; spacious, bright, one featuring built-in storage; both served by a large family bathroom furnished bath and separate shower.

Ascend once more to the second floor landing, where refreshment awaits in a further bathroom, with deep cupboard storage for toiletries alongside wash basin, WC and walk-in shower with modern black fittings.

This bathroom serves two bountiful bedrooms with their own private dressing areas containing built in wardrobes and matching draws, both basking in daylight which streams in through double aspect windows offering elevated views out over the surrounding landscape – a dream space for teenagers craving their own sense of independence.

Entertain al fresco

Stepping out through the bifolding doors in both the living room and kitchen, the garden becomes another welcoming space in which to relax and unwind.

Ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining, the broad, timber-decked terrace sits directly outside with space to move easily between both spaces. Beyond, the good size lawn is peaceful and private, offering plenty of space for children and pets to play, enclosed by tall fencing and mature planting. Architectural, tropical-style planting lends a textured tactile and contemporary feel in the palms, grasses and layered greenery for year-round holiday vibes.

Out and about
From the garden gate, walks lead straight out to local parkland and playing fields, ensuring fresh air and walks (for those with children and canine companions) are quite literally on the doorstep - ideal for morning walks, after-school play or evening strolls.

For relaxed dining close to home, well-loved local favourites include The Greyhound at Letcombe Regis, Wildwood in Wantage, The Black Horse in Hanney and The Hare at Hendred - offering everything from family dining to epicurean experiences.

Families are well places, served by a good range of primary and secondary schools in and around Wantage and the surrounding villages, with further independent options within wider reach across the Vale.

Wantage, meanwhile, provides the main hub for daily amenities, while road links connect easily to Abingdon, Oxford and the A34 for wider regional travel, ensuring No. 19, Woodlands Brook balances countryside comfort with strong commuter connections.

With its large, light-filled bedrooms, storage-rich spaces, blissfully-finished bathrooms and a vast open-plan family kitchen opening straight onto the garden with walks and greenery right on the doorstep, No. 19 Woodlands Brook is a home designed not simply to accommodate, but to enhance, modern family life.