Western Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9

The front door is set to the right of the property, and opens into a hall with chequered tiled floor with underfloor heating. A door opens through to the dining room. The room is flooded with light from its curved bay window, that overlooks the front garden, and has an abundance of period features ranging from classic Edwardian high ceilings with picture rails, restored coving and ceiling rose and a herringbone oak parquet floor. A fireplace is set into a tiled hearth with the original mantlepiece, and there are fitted shelves in the alcove to the side. A W/C is set to the side, as well as stairs rising to the first floor and a door to the inner hallway.

From the inner hallway, there is access to the remaining reception areas. A glass door opens into the contemporary open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, with honed slate floor and underfloor heating. The cosy family room with exposed brick wall and French doors out to the rear garden sits to one end, with the dining area with dramatic floor-to-ceiling picture window sat centrally, whilst the kitchen is the far end. The space feels exceptionally light and airy. The kitchen features a hand-built DeVol kitchen with neutral shaker-style wooden base units and integrated appliances, open shelving and creative lighting. There are a selection of Integrated appliances that include a dishwasher, a Neff 'slide and hide' fan oven, a SMEG microwave, a Bosch 5-ring gas hob with extractor hood and space for a free-standing fridge/freezer. A free-standing island unit with a quartz composite top adds further storage and preparation space. A door leads through to the useful utility/boot room, which has fitted cupboards, space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, a water softener, the boiler and hot water tank. External doors open to the side of the property and another to the garden. This area does have footings deep enough for a second storey to be added in the future (stpp). The sitting room features original wooden floors, high ceilings, a pair of sash windows and a fireplace in a tiled hearth with the original mantle. Beyond the sitting room, is a study with wooden floors.

The painted wooden staircase, with a Roger Oates carpet runner, leads up to the first floor. The first-floor landing is a bright and generous space, enjoying morning light from a large window to the front. There are two cupboards, one of which is an airing cupboard.

The principal bedroom sits beneath the turret, with a bay window with wraparound windows to the front. The ensuite has attractive porcelain tiles and a mosaic tiled floor with underfloor heating. There are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom with additional shower cubicle. One of the bedrooms features a large eaves storage space that is very accessible and could also be utilised as a child’s den/play area.

Outside
The east-facing front garden (approx. 80 ft) is designed in a traditional cottage style, with terraced, well-stocked flower beds and a lawn set with slate stepping stones. Enclosed and private, it enjoys a pleasant green outlook thanks to thoughtfully positioned trees. There is a powered greenhouse (optional), storage shed, and water supply in place, offering potential for a larger garden building (subject to any necessary consents). Fruit planting includes plum, greengage and apple trees, along with raspberries and strawberries. A log store and bin store sit neatly beside the driveway.

The West-facing rear garden has been professionally landscaped as an enclosed terraced patio, featuring distinctive planting and striking Corten mild steel panels. With attractive outdoor lighting and ample space for seating and dining, it provides an ideal setting for entertaining and enjoying the afternoon and evening sun.

Location

The property is situated in an extremely popular residential road located within the Trinity School & Sacred Heart catchment areas. Within walking distance of Henley, the town offers excellent shopping facilities, a 3-screen cinema, theatre, library, Waitrose, doctor’s surgery and a host of restaurants, cafes & pubs/bars. In addition, there are several recreational facilities many associated with the River Thames. In addition, there is a wide choice of private schools including the Oratory, Shiplake College, Queen Anne’s, Rupert House & St Mary’s. The commuter is well provided for Henley Station (5-minute walk) having direct links with London Paddington and the M4/M40 J8/9 & 4 are 9 miles distance approximately giving access to London, Heathrow, West Country and Midlands.

Directions

From Ballards Henley office proceed to traffic lights by the bridge and turn right into Thameside. Follow the road along by the river and into Station Road. At the traffic lights turn left onto the Reading Road and then 3rd right into St Andrews Road. Proceed up the road and take the second left off into Western Road. The property can be found on the right-hand side half way along.