Harpsden Bottom, Harpsden, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9

An exceptional opportunity to construct a superb 10,000 sq ft country house set in 22 acres

Description

The existing house and attached ancillary buildings have permission to be demolished and replaced by a stunning new replacement dwelling house and detached garage building with flexible ancillary accommodation above (P22/SO158/FUL) and subsequent P24/S4085/DIS.

The proposed house is a stunning design for an imposing traditional country mansion of over 8,000 sq ft with brick elevations under a clay tile roof. It is an exceptional opportunity to build in this superb setting.

Planning is also in place to build an attractive, detached garage building of over 2,000 sq ft with ground floor garaging and storage with ancillary accommodation above. The first floor accommodation is extensive and flexible with an en suite shower room included in the planning.


Gardens and land
Harpsden Wood House is accessed from the lane via secure gates opening to a long tree lined private drive arriving at a large parking area for several cars in front of the garage and to the side of the house. The landscape planning allows for beautiful gardens and grounds to be created surrounding the house and taking full advantage of outstanding views of the South Oxfordshire countryside. Many of the existing mature trees are retained, providing the perfect setting and backdrop for this wonderful property.

The remaining land is laid to pasture and in all the plot amounts to approximately 22.54 acres

Location

Harpsden Hill House sits centrally in 22.5 acres of land in an elevated position within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Beauty. The setting is stunning, being private and surrounded by outstanding South Oxfordshire countryside. It is located in the hamlet of Harpsden Bottom with a lovely community and easy access to walking and riding. The bustling riverside market town of Henley on Thames is just over 2 miles distant and has an excellent range of shopping and recreational facilities. More comprehensive amenities can be found in the nearby towns of Reading and Maidenhead.

The area is well served for schools, including Rupert House, The Oratory, Bluecoat, Reading, Shiplake College and Queen Anne’s for girls in Caversham. Train services to London Paddington from Henley Station are via Twyford and there is a mainline rail service to London, Paddington via Reading from 27 minutes and the City via the Elizabeth Line from both Twyford and Reading. The M4 J8/9 is 10 miles away providing access to the M25, London, Heathrow Airport and the West Country. There are a number of fine golf courses in the area including Henley, Badgemore Park, Huntercombe and Temple. The surrounding countryside offers miles of extensive walking and riding and there are boating facilities available on the River Thames.

Square Footage: 10,376 sq ft


Acreage: 22 Acres

Directions

Leave Henley on Thames the A4155 Reading Road in the direction of Reading. At the first roundabout (The Three Horseshoes Public House) take the second exit marked Harpsden Road/Harpsden Way and remain on this road until the centre of Harpsden (approximately ¾ mile). Proceed for just over 1 mile further towards Sonning Common and the entrance to Harpsden Wood House will be found on the right hand side.

Additional Info

Works have commenced ensuring that planning permission will last in perpetuation.

Please note: The property is boarded up and you cannot access the existing building There may be asbestos in the basement (no survey has been carried out). The heating system is likely not working and its condition is unknown. The property is subject to a Community Infrastructure Levy of £60,100 and landscaping must be completed within 6 months of build completion. CCTV will remain with the property. Further legal and planning obligations may apply.