Binfield Heath, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9

A beautifully presented family home, built by the current owners offering versatile accommodation, set within mature gardens in the desirable village of Binfield Heath.

Description

An impressive detached family home, built by the current owners and thoughtfully designed to provide generous and well balanced accommodation arranged over three floors.

A welcoming reception hall forms the heart of the house, creating an immediate sense of space and light. To the front is an elegant sitting room featuring a wood burning stove and excellent natural light, providing a comfortable setting for both everyday family living and entertaining.

Undoubtedly a focal point of the house is the superb open plan kitchen, dining and family room, extending to approximately 31 ft in length. Beautifully arranged and filled with natural light, this exceptional living space enjoys views across the garden and features French doors opening directly onto the rear terrace, creating a seamless connection between the house and its outdoor surroundings. The kitchen is fitted with a range of contemporary cabinetry centred around an island unit, while the dining and family areas provide ample space for gathering with family and friends.

Complementing the ground floor accommodation is a study, ideal for home working and equally suited as a playroom or additional reception room, together with a separate utility room and cloakroom/WC.

The first floor is arranged around a central landing and comprises four generously proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted storage and a luxurious en suite bathroom, while a guest bedroom also enjoys en suite facilities. Two further double bedrooms are served by a well appointed family bathroom.

The second floor provides two additional bedrooms and a bathroom, creating an ideal arrangement for older children, guests or multi-generational living.

Outside, the property is approached via a gravel driveway providing extensive parking. To the rear, the mature garden is a particular feature, having been carefully landscaped to create an attractive setting for the house. Predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with established trees, shrubs and well-stocked borders, it offers a high degree of privacy together with excellent space for outdoor dining, recreation and entertaining.

Location

Binfield Heath is one of South Oxfordshire's most desirable villages, situated between Henley-on-Thames and Reading and surrounded by beautiful Chiltern countryside. The village has a thriving community, a well regarded public house, village hall, sports field and access to an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways.

The nearby market town of Henley-on-Thames is approximately 4.3 miles away and is renowned for its riverside setting and offers an excellent range of boutique shops, cafés, restaurants and public houses, together with a Waitrose supermarket, cinema and theatre. The town is internationally recognised for the Henley Royal Regatta, whilst other annual highlights include the Henley Festival and Rewind Festival.

Reading also approximately 4.3 miles away provides extensive shopping, dining and leisure facilities, including The Oracle shopping centre, together with fast rail services to London Paddington and the Elizabeth Line. Twyford Station is also approximately 5 miles away also provides direct services to London Paddington and Crossrail connections across London.

The area is particularly well regarded for schooling, making it especially attractive to families, with a wide choice of state and independent schools. These include the highly regarded Shiplake Church of England Primary School, together with Gillotts School, Reading Blue Coat School, Shiplake College, Queen Anne's School, The Abbey School, Moulsford Preparatory School, Rupert House School and The Oratory School.

Recreational opportunities are exceptional. Henley Golf Club and Badgemore Park Golf Club are both nearby, whilst rowing, sailing and paddleboarding can be enjoyed on the River Thames. The surrounding Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers excellent walking, cycling and riding routes, and there are tennis, cricket and rugby clubs throughout the area.

Communications are excellent, with the A4074 providing access to Oxford and Reading, whilst the M4 (Junction 10) is approximately 9 miles away and the M40 (Junction 4) approximately 15 miles away. Rail services are available from Reading, Twyford and Henley-on-Thames, providing convenient access to London and the wider rail network.

Square Footage: 2,872 sq ft



Directions

From Henley-on-Thames, follow the A4155 towards Reading. Continue for approximately 2.8 miles to Shiplake, passing the War Memorial on your left, then turn right at the brow of the hill into Memorial Avenue. At the T-junction, turn right and continue past The Orwells on the left-hand side. Proceed into the village and turn left into Dunsden Way. Follow the road for approximately 0.4 miles and the property will be found on the right-hand side, just before Gravel Road.

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