Blakes Lane, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26

EweMove – Old Rose Cottage is a fantastically presented and meticulously looked after period home. This charming cottage, believed to date back to the 1860s, mixes character features and contemporary convenience whilst being located only a stone's throw from both local amenities. Offering four double bedrooms, extended living accommodation, work from home space and a garage this home has been updated to suit modern family living.

Entering through a refitted uPVC front door you are immediately greeted by an extended entrance porch, providing a great place to stow shoes, coats and bags with ample hanging space and a fitted radiator. The entrance hallway takes you through to the inner hallway with the study on your left hand side. The study is currently used as a home salon and is fitted hairdressing stations, power points and a sink. The study features a characterful log burner with fire surround and front elevation double glazed window. The inner hallway offers access to the living room, kitchen/dining room, downstairs WC and stairs to the first floor. There are a number of understairs storage cupboards accessible from the hallway for everyday storage needs. The downstairs WC is part tiled and has a low level WC with push button flush, extractor fan, hand wash basin with mixer tap and storage under.

The living room is a generous space measuring over 21ft. The living room is carpeted, for a more cozy feel, with a log burner with brick surround a fantastic rustic feature to enjoy in the colder months. The living room has doors to the side and rear giving the owners the option of separate or open place living. The rear of the property features the real heart of the home – the open plan kitchen dining space. It is a rare find to have a property with this character that offers the modern desirability of an open plan kitchen dining space. The kitchen has been refitted whilst being sympathetic to the style of the home and gives “country kitchen vibes” finish modern finishes such as LED spotlighting. There are a range of eye and base level units with rolled edge work surfaces. There is an integrated washing machine, space and plumbing for a dishwasher, space for a tumble dryer and space for an American Style fridge/freezer. Furthermore, there is an eye level Bosch double oven, a four ring gas hob with extractor fan over, part tiled walls and an inset sink with drainer & mixer tap overlooking the rear garden. The dining space is incredibly generous, comfortably housing a six-seater table ideal for everyday dining as well entertaining. Additionally, there is further space for sofas and chairs for a more relaxed approach. This open plan living space is naturally bright with side elevation windows, a side elevation door, rear elevation French doors leading to the garden and a truly impressive ceiling lantern.

Stairs lead to the first floor on which all four double bedrooms are located. There are also three loft hatches, one accessible from the landing, one accessible from bedroom one, with the other from bedroom two. Bedroom one enjoys views over the rear garden whilst benefiting from a number of built in wardrobes. Bedroom one is serviced by an en suite shower room which has part tiled walls, a double shower cubicle, low level wc with push button flush, heated towel rail, hands wash basin with mixer tap & extractor fan. Bedrooms two and three are well portioned double rooms with front elevation uPVC windows. Bedroom three benefits from built in wardrobes. Bedroom four, despite being the smallest is still a double room and benefits from a built in wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors and looks onto the rear garden. The family bathroom has been tastefully refitted and features part tiled walls, a low level wc, a panel bath with mixer tap and shower fixing over, a pedestal sink, a heated towel rail, extractor fan, shaver point and a side elevation frosted double glazed window. Extra storage is also provided by the airing cupboard.

Externally the property offers generous and mature outdoor space with a plot measuring 0.05 acres, with the rear garden circa 100 ft long. Immediately after exiting the property to the rear you have the benefit of a substantial patio area, ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining or enjoying the summer sun. A path leads from the patio to the rear of the garden with the remainder laid to lawn with mature bushes and shrub borders. At the far end of the garden there are two garden sheds providing great storage solutions. To the front the property has driveway parking for three vehicles courtesy of a gravelled driveway with hedging to the front adding a degree of privacy. Furthermore, there is a carport/store providing further storage options.

Blakes Lane is a peaceful yet convenient location perfectly positioned just off the high street, yet very close to green spaces such Tadley Common, ideal for dog walking, tracking and cycling. The area is well serviced by local amenities including Sainsburys & Lidl. The local swimming pool, gym and medical practice are situated nearby too. You also have a great choice of a number of well-regarded local schools. Tadley has excellent road links to both M3 and M4 motorways, with regular bus routes to Basingstoke and Reading which both have main line stations to London Waterloo and Paddington respectively.

Living Room

6.56m x 3.4m - 21'6" x 11'2"

Kitchen

5.71m x 3.34m - 18'9" x 10'11"

Dining Room

4.08m x 3.4m - 13'5" x 11'2"

Study

WC

Bedroom 1

3.73m x 3.4m - 12'3" x 11'2"

Ensuite

2.39m x 1.21m - 7'10" x 3'12"

Bedroom 2

3.4m x 3.19m - 11'2" x 10'6"

Bedroom 3

3.34m x 3.09m - 10'11" x 10'2"

Bedroom 4

3.34m x 2.93m - 10'11" x 9'7"

Bathroom

2.6m x 2.39m - 8'6" x 7'10"

Carport / Storage

6.83m x 3.25m - 22'5" x 10'8"