Ox Drove, Burghclere, Newbury, Hampshire, RG20

A distinguished 1930s residence with exceptional annex and breath taking gardens.

Description

Steeped in character and originating from the 1930s, this impressive six bedroom residence offers remarkable flexibility. Currently arranged as a four bedroom main home with an attached two bedroom annexe, the layout is ideal for multigenerational living, guest accommodation, or rental potential. Should you prefer, the property can easily be returned to a single, family home.

The annex is a standout feature, offering generous, thoughtfully designed accommodation all on one level. A private entrance opens into a welcoming reception hall, currently used as a dining room, which flows seamlessly into a stunning, light filled kitchen with vaulted ceilings.

A spacious sitting room sits beyond, complete with French doors to the garden. Two double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and an additional shower room complete this self-contained space.

The principal home is accessed through its own front door into a bright reception hall. To the rear, the sitting room enjoys glorious views across the gardens, with French doors opening directly onto the terrace and a charming feature fireplace with wood burning stove.

The impressive triple aspect kitchen/dining room is perfect for family life and entertaining, enhanced by a useful built-in pantry. A utility room and downstairs cloakroom are conveniently positioned along the hallway.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite occupies an entire wing of the house, featuring a spacious bedroom, dressing room, and a luxurious en suite bathroom.

The landing is designed to double as an open plan study and are three further double bedrooms, all served by a well appointed family bathroom.

Gardens
The property sits in just under two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens an exceptional oasis offering peace, privacy, and year round enjoyment.
Multiple seating areas invite relaxation, including a charming wrought iron and glazed gazebo positioned just outside the kitchen, perfect for appreciating the gardens in all seasons. Expansive lawns provide ample space for play and entertaining, while a mature vegetable plot and around half an acre of woodland walks offer endless outdoor pleasure.
To the rear, an enormous log store provides excellent storage and could easily accommodate a tractor or additional equipment.
At the front, a generous gravel driveway offers plentiful parking.

Location

The village is on the edge of rural farmland with a network of footpaths, and has both primary and secondary schools, a church, village hall, recreation ground and a public house. There are many social opportunity’s within the village including a sports and social club, horticultural society and walking club.

Newbury has a wide range of shops and services including the Parkway Shopping Centre, a number of private sports and health clubs as well as The Watermill Theatre and a six screen cinema. The town also has a wide range of sporting facilities including swimming pools, golf courses, squash and tennis clubs and Newbury Racecourse. The rivers Kennet and Lambourn provide opportunities for fishing and the area is well known for its unspoilt rural landscape providing opportunities for walking, cycling and riding.

The area is also well served with an excellent choice of state and private schools including Thorngrove, Elstree School, Brockhurst, The Clere School, Bradfield College, Pangbourne College, Radley College, Marlborough College, Downe House, Cheam School and St Gabriel’s.

Communications to London and the rest of the country are excellent by road via the M4 (J12) and A34 and by rail via Newbury (Paddington line approx 55 minutes) and Whitchurch (Waterloo line approx 1hr). Heathrow and Southampton airports are also within a reasonable driving distance.

All mileages and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,069 sq ft


Acreage: 2 Acres

Directions

Steeped in character and originating from the 1930s, this impressive six bedroom residence offers remarkable flexibility. Currently arranged as a four bedroom main home with an attached two bedroom annex, the layout is ideal for multigenerational living, guest accommodation, or rental potential. Should you prefer, the property can easily be returned to a single, substantial family home.

The annex is a standout feature, offering generous, thoughtfully designed accommodation all on one level. A private entrance opens into a welcoming reception hall, currently used as a dining room, which flows seamlessly into a stunning, light filled kitchen with vaulted ceilings.
A spacious sitting room sits beyond, complete with French doors to the garden and a charming feature fireplace with woodburning stove. Two double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and an additional shower room complete this superb self contained space.

The principal home is accessed through its own front door into a bright reception hall. To the rear, the sitting room enjoys glorious views across the gardens, with French doors opening directly onto the terrace.

The impressive triple aspect kitchen/dining room is perfect for family life and entertaining, enhanced by a useful built in pantry. A utility room and downstairs cloakroom are conveniently positioned along the hallway.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite occupies an entire wing of the house, featuring a spacious bedroom, dedicated dressing room, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.

Across the landing designed to double as an open plan study are three further double bedrooms, all served by a well appointed family bathroom.

The property is enveloped by approximately two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens an exceptional oasis offering peace, privacy, and year round enjoyment.
Multiple seating areas invite relaxation, including a charming wrought iron and glazed gazebo positioned just outside the kitchen, perfect for appreciating the gardens in all seasons. Expansive lawns provide ample space for play and entertaining, while a mature vegetable plot and around half an acre of woodland walks offer endless outdoor pleasure.
To the rear, an enormous log store provides excellent storage and could easily accommodate a tractor or additional equipment.

At the front, a generous gravel driveway offers plentiful parking.

Additional Info

Mains water, electricity and drainage.
Oil fired central heating.