Penwood, Highclere, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20

A substantial country house with equestrian facilities, set in approximately 40 acres near Highclere.

Description

Penwood Grange is an attractive country house, originally the major part of Penwood Farm’s house, which is believed to date from the late 17th century. It has been extended over time and now offers well proportioned family accommodation alongside approximately 40 acres of gardens, grassland and woodland.

A gravel drive leads to a generous turning area beside the annexe, with a path continuing to the front entrance. Constructed of mellow brick beneath a tiled roof, the house provides four reception rooms, six bedrooms and three bathrooms. A notable feature is the timber-framed dining room, which enjoys views across the gardens.

The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, drawing room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and cloakroom. The first floor includes the principal bedroom with an en suite bathroom and dressing room, together with three further bedrooms and two bathrooms. On the second floor are two further bedrooms, one with plumbing in place for a bathroom, and an office that could also be used as an additional bedroom, subject to requirements.

The separate annexe provides flexible ancillary accommodation, suitable for guest use, a games room or other domestic purposes. The adjoining garage offers covered parking and storage, with a further garage positioned near the entrance to the property.

The garden has broad lawns, established shrub borders and mature trees, creating a private and established setting. Rhododendrons and azaleas provide seasonal colour in early summer. Beyond the paddocks, the woodland includes glades with daffodils and bluebells in spring.

There is a separate access from Fox’s Lane, with a driveway leading to the stable yard and horsebox parking. The grazing is gently sloping and includes a level area suitable for an outdoor arena. The facilities include loose boxes, a storage barn, tractor shed, tack room, hardstanding and wash down area.

There is also a circular woodchip canter track and a schooling strip, previously used for training racehorses and point-to-pointers under a BHA permit. The property is a natural playground providing a versatile layout for a range of uses.

Location

Penwood Grange is situated just outside the village of Penwood, between Highclere, Burghclere and Newbury, in north-west Hampshire. It occupies a rural setting surrounded by mature trees, woodland and paddocks, and is approached from Penwood Drove, a quiet country lane serving a small number of homes and Penwood Garden Centre.

Nearby Highclere offers a thriving community, a welcoming pub, café/deli, beautiful church and excellent local schooling, while fine dining can be enjoyed at The Dew Pond in Old Burghclere.

For everyday amenities, the bustling market town of Newbury lies approximately 7 miles to the north, providing superb shopping, dining and leisure facilities. Communications are excellent, with Newbury railway station (approximately 7 miles) offering direct services to London Paddington, and Whitchurch railway station (approximately 11 miles) providing services to London Waterloo. The M4 motorway (Junction 13) is approximately 9 miles away, offering convenient access to London, the West Country and the wider motorway network.

The area is particularly well regarded for its schooling, with an excellent selection of both state and independent schools including Elstree, Cheam, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Thorngrove, St Gabriel's, Bradfield College, Downe House, Winchester College and Marlborough College.

Square Footage: 4,900 sq ft


Acreage: 40 Acres

Directions

RG20 9EW

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Additional Info

Mains water and electric
Private drainage
Sewage treatment plant
Oil central heating