Longworth, Near Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Key features
- Residential House and Gardens
- Stunning countryside views
- Superfast broadband connected
- Chain free
- Cul-de-sac (country lane) location
- Up to half an acre of grounds (unmeasured)
- Circa 3000 square foot (3354 to include outbuilding)
- Gated driveway with parking for up to 5 vehicles
- Historically important building (Grade II listed)
- Covid Secure viewings available and PX considered
Property description
Tenure: Freehold
This handsome period property was originally a row of cottages then a country pub/restaurant and now a substantial residential country house. This unique property is believed to be offered for sale as a residential building for the first time in well over a century now free from the shackles of commercial and business use ties. This characterful house enjoys stunning views, a wealth of history and character and is wonderfully situated near the end of a country road serving just four houses (formerly the main road but long by passed and terminated leaving it in a lovely relatively traffic free location) The property is well situated with extensive gardens and is only attached at the ground floor by one wall to the neighbouring (single story) historic old stable block which is now also a family home. This extensive property is constructed of predominantly stone and bricks and the walls are interestingly some 18 inches thick in places containing a wealth of history and character within. Being wonderfully situated at the edge of the village of Longworth yet within walking distance of pubs, shops and various village amenities In Southmoor. Longworth is well situated to commute to London with Didcot Parkway train station just 13 miles away and Oxford Train station only 11 miles away. Close by are the towns of Abingdon 6 miles away, Witney 10 miles, Faringdon 7 miles, Swindon 17 miles and Oxford 11 miles. There is super-fast broadband connected so a ideal work from home residence. (log burners available by separate negotiation)
Entrance porch
Wooden construction with twin opening doors and two glazed windows offering light and space.
Reception room one
16' 10'' x 19' 11'' (5.13m x 6.07m)
Lovely welcoming room with beams, window seat, field views and double oak double doors leading to:
Kitchen
12' 4'' x 16' 2'' (3.76m x 4.92m)
Large kitchen with new units and cooking appliances included , one large walk-in larder, one large walk-in cupboard (currently having the fridge freezer neatly hidden away in and french doors leading to the rear garden.
Reception room two
15' 3'' x 22' 4'' (4.64m x 6.80m)
Large room with inglenook fireplace, beams, solid oak doors and log burner leading to
Home Bar
7' 1'' x 7' 7'' (2.16m x 2.31m)
Genuine and totally authentic home bar area with original period servery, original dispensing pumps (disconnected) and various regalia which can all be included by negotiation - perfect for entertaining friends this is a truly unique and historic part of this building, even the original hanging pub sign is displayed hanging on the wall as conditioned by English Heritage when change of use was granted.
Utility Room
5' 5'' x 9' 0'' (1.65m x 2.74m)
Clear windows with views to the Garden (potential for conversion into a office stp)
Toilet room
With low level WC and window
Ground floor bathroom
7' 2'' x 8' 8'' (2.18m x 2.64m)
Shower, bath, various cupboards and utility sink and space for a washing machine
Ground floor bedroom 5
10' 5'' x 12' 6'' (3.17m x 3.81m)
Situated on ground floor so well suited for elderly relatives or guests. Beams, independent wall heater, solid oak door with lovely field views to the front.
Large landing area
Suitable for office and reading area.
Bedroom 1
16' 1'' x 14' 3'' (4.90m x 4.34m)
Huge double room with walk-in wardrobe, beams, period fireplace with log burner, solid oak door and stunning far reaching views from both windows
Bedroom 2
9' 8'' x 10' 9'' (2.94m x 3.27m)
double with beams, solid oak door and stunning far reaching views
Bedroom 3
9' 8'' x 8' 9'' (2.94m x 2.66m)
Single with beams, solid oak door and stunning far reaching views
Bedroom 4
7' 10'' x 12' 8'' (2.39m x 3.86m)
Double with beams , solid oak door and stunning far reaching views
Bathroom
13' 1'' x 6' 1'' (3.98m x 1.85m)
Solid oak door, walk in shower, separate bath, sink, wc and ample storage units
Utility Room
13' 1'' x 12' 8'' (3.98m x 3.86m)
Formerly used as a 2nd kitchen that if reinstated could enable self contained living on first floor or alternatively used as a very useful utility area for making late night drinks etc.
Loft space
Significant open plan roof space ripe for conversion subject to planning
Cellar 1
11' 10'' x 19' 5'' (3.60m x 5.91m)
Large cellar with power and light.
Cellar 2
11' 10'' x 14' 3'' (3.60m x 4.34m)
Good size with light
Garage
8' 6'' x 15' 7'' (2.59m x 4.75m)
Single garage with power and light
Central heating
LPG gas boiler with radiators to all rooms apart from cellars and downstairs bedroom which is independently heated for complete flexibility
Mobile home
Situated in its own garden area within the main garden is a 1980s mobile home, not used by the current owner but has 35 years of established use and is shown on the local planning authority records in-situ, it may be useful if you wanted to replace with a new one to provide annexe accommodation or it could of course be removed entirely.
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Garden
circa half an acre (unmeasured) with established trees and shrubs, stunning horse chestnut tree and yew tree. The garden is arranged over various areas making it both interesting and practical
Summer House
Hexagonal wooden building that can be used as a summer house or a secure shed. Power and light.
Parking
Gated off road parking for upto 5 vehicles. Attractive 5 bar field gate and separate pedestrian gate, driveway and paths all finished in attractive Newbury Flint Stones
Covid 19
Viewings are welcome by appointment but to proceedable buyers only.
You will be asked about any health issues and to provide details of your position.
Brochures
Property BrochureFull DetailsLongworth, Near Abingdon, Oxfordshire
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Radley Station9.0 miles
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