4-bedroom detached house · RG9 1QN
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A much loved 4-bedroom detached home set back from Greys Road, within a rare plot of approaching 1/3 of an acre.
The property was built by the father of the current owners, in the 1960's and now requires modernisation, offering excellent potential to extend or reconfigure (subject to planning).
The rear garden is south-facing and there is ample car parking, a garage and a car port.
Conveniently situated approx 0.5 miles from Henley-on-Thames town centre and a short walk to several good local schools.
Accommodation - Set within a generous plot approaching one third of an acre, this four-bedroom detached house represents a rare and exciting opportunity to create a bespoke family home, with private drive providing off-road parking for several cars and located just 0.5 miles from Henley town centre.
The current house extends to approximately 1,634 sq ft and is in need of modernisation throughout, offering a true blank canvas for buyers seeking to reconfigure or potentially extend (subject to the usual planning consents).
A particular feature, is the south-facing garden, which has mature planting and excellent scope for re-landscaping. A glazed front door opens into the entrance hall.
The living room has a front aspect with a large picture window and an open fireplace. Doors open into the dining room with sliding doors opening to the rear garden.
The kitchen has a rear aspect with a range of fitted wall and base units, with electric built-in oven and ceramic hob.
The utility room has plumbing for a washing machine, a door to outside and a door to the cloakroom with low level w.c and a wash hand basin. Stairs lead from the hall to the first floor landing.
The principal bedroom has a rear aspect with outlook over the south-facing rear garden.
The generous en suite bathroom has a coloured suite with a panel enclosed bath, a shower cubicle, low level w.c, bidet and wash hand basin.
There are three further double bedrooms each with built-in storage. The family bathroom has a coloured suite comprising a panel enclosed bath, a low level w.c. and a wash hand basin.
Externally, the property benefits from a long private drive providing off-road parking for several cars and access to the garage and car port.
The property is set back from Greys Road and is well located for access to Henley town centre (0.5 miles), local schools (0.5 miles), countryside walks and commuter links via Henley railway station (0.8 miles), making this an outstanding opportunity for buyers seeking a project property with significant potential, generous grounds and the convenience of being able to walk into town.
Location - Situated 0.5 miles to the west of Henley town centre and Henley railway station, and is ideally located within walking distance of local amenities and popular schools for all ages.
There is a regular bus service to Henley town centre with bus stops on Greys Road.
The 'Top Shops' are just a short walk away and offer a 'One Stop' convenience store, laundrette, a barbers, 'Happy Wok' Chinese take away, and a Pizza delivery shop.
Henley town centre has a wide selection of shops, including a Waitrose supermarket; there are boutiques, a cinema, a theatre, excellent pubs and restaurants, a bustling market every Thursday and good schools for all ages.
The commuter is well provided for with the M4 and M40 motorways giving access to London, Heathrow, West Country and Midlands.
Henley Station has direct links with London Paddington - in approx 55 minutes via connections at Twyford to the Elizabeth Line and mainline train services.
Reading – 7 miles Maidenhead M4 Junction 8/9 – 11 miles London Heathrow – 25 miles London West End – 36 miles Schools Primary Schools – Valley Road (0.5 miles) Trinity Primary (0.5 miles), Sacred Heart Primary (0.25 miles) Secondary Schools – Gillotts School (0.5 miles) Sixth Form – The Henley College Private – St Mary’s School, Rupert House School.
Buses operate to the larger Private Schools in Shiplake, Reading and Abingdon. Leisure River pursuits include rowing and Kayaking.
The world-famous Royal Regatta takes place in July followed by the Henley Festival of Arts. Rewind Festival in August. Marina facilities at Harleyford and Wargrave, river moorings in Henley.
Golf at Henley Golf Club, Badgemore Park Golf Club. Other sports clubs include Rugby, Hockey, Football and Lawn tennis.
There is superb walking, cycling and riding in the Chiltern Hills, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty.
Phyllis Court country club is situated on the river and is a great place to socialise. Tenure – Freehold Local Authority - South Oxfordshire District Council Council Tax Band - G
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