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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · SN7 7PE
For saleListed 51 days
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About
A truly impressive and individually designed four/five-bedroom detached family home, set within its own private grounds in the sought-after village of Fernham.
Tucked away at the end of a peaceful lane, the property enjoys an enviable degree of privacy, complemented by attractive countryside views.
Upon entering, the spacious reception hall provides access to the principal living accommodation and a downstairs cloakroom.
The generous drawing room is filled with natural light from its triple-aspect windows and features French doors opening into the conservatory, which enjoys a lovely outlook over the secluded rear garden.
A ground-floor double bedroom, currently used as a comfortable sitting room, provides excellent flexibility and benefits from an en-suite shower room and charming corner log-burning stove.
There is also a separate dining room and a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a range of floor and wall-mounted units, dual-aspect windows and a Rangemaster cooker.
A particularly spacious and useful utility room, with direct access to the garden, completes the ground floor.
Upstairs, the impressive principal bedroom measures approximately 20ft by 17ft and is another bright, dual-aspect room. It features fitted wardrobes and a private en-suite shower room.
There are two further generous double bedrooms, both enjoying dual aspects and fitted wardrobes, together with an additional office/nursery bedroom.
These rooms are served by a substantial family bathroom, equipped with both a bath and separate shower.
Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens provide an excellent degree of privacy, with the house occupying a central position within its sizeable plot.
A private driveway offers parking for several vehicles and a turning area, leading to a detached double garage with electric roller shutter doors.
The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by mature shrubs and established hedging.
Several patio areas create ideal settings for outdoor dining and entertaining, while further features include a small pond, greenhouse, shed/workshop and electric vehicle charging points.
The current owners have also created a dedicated home office, accessed via a delightful archway and benefiting from both electricity and heating.
For those who enjoy entertaining, the superb BBQ cabin provides a sociable space capable of accommodating up to 12 guests.
EPC Rating: C Location Fernham is a charming and peaceful village with a combined church and village hall, together with the popular Woodman public house.
The surrounding countryside provides an attractive rural setting while remaining conveniently positioned for access to nearby towns and transport links.
The nearby market town of Faringdon offers a comprehensive range of amenities and an active community.
Facilities include a Leisure Centre, Library, Faringdon Community College, The Elms and Folly View primary schools, The Old Station Nursery, and a selection of doctors' and dentists' surgeries.
Regular Stagecoach S6 bus services provide convenient connections between Swindon and Oxford.
For commuters, the A420 provides excellent road access to Swindon and the M4, as well as Oxford and the A34/M40. Mainline railway services are available from Didcot, Oxford and Swindon.
Garden Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens offer an excellent degree of privacy, with the house occupying a central position within the sizeable plot.
The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature shrubs and established hedging, with several patio areas providing ideal spaces for outdoor dining and relaxation.
Further features include a small pond, greenhouse and shed/workshop. The current owners have also created a dedicated home office, accessed via a delightful archway, with both electricity and heating.
For those who enjoy entertaining, the BBQ cabin is a fantastic addition and provides a sociable space capable of accommodating up to 12 guests.
Parking - Driveway A private driveway provides parking for several vehicles and a turning area, leading to a detached double garage with electric roller shutter doors.
Disclaimer Important Notice: These particulars have been prepared for prospective purchasers for guidance only. They do not form part of an offer or contract.
Whilst some descriptions are obviously subjective and information is given in good faith, they should not be relied upon as statements or representative of fact.
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