Old Post Office Cottage, Post Office Road, Hungerford, RG17 9PY

Occupying a delightful position within the highly regarded village of Inkpen, this attractive detached home offers versatile and beautifully balanced accommodation extending to approximately 1,900 sq ft.

Arranged over two floors, the property has been thoughtfully configured to provide a flexible layout ideally suited to modern family living, with an excellent balance of reception space and bedroom accommodation.

The welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal living areas, including an impressive sitting room extending to 20 ft in length with a log burner.

Bathed in natural light and enjoying views over the front garden, this elegant reception room provides an ideal setting for both relaxed family life and entertaining on a larger scale.

Adjoining the sitting room is a generous playroom/snug, currently utilised as an informal family space and offering considerable versatility depending on individual requirements.

At the heart of the home lies the well appointed kitchen with a large electric range cooker, complemented by a separate utility room and providing a practical yet sociable hub for everyday living.

A dedicated dining room offers an excellent space for formal entertaining and family gatherings. A particular feature of the property is the flexibility of its accommodation.

The ground floor includes two double bedrooms, and a fifth bedroom which could be used as a study together with a family bathroom.

This configuration lends itself particularly well to multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or those seeking space to work from home.

The first floor provides two further well proportioned double bedrooms, enjoying a pleasant degree of privacy and served by a shower room.

Outside Occupying a generous and private plot of approximately one-third of an acre, the property is approached via a gravel driveway which opens onto an extensive parking area, providing ample space for numerous vehicles, together with a detached garage/workshop.

The wraparound gardens are a particular feature, being predominantly laid to lawn and enjoying a wonderful sense of privacy.

A generous paved terrace provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while mature planting, established boundaries, a greenhouse and several garden sheds further enhance the appeal of the grounds.

Together, the gardens offer an attractive balance of space, seclusion and practicality.

Situation Situated in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the local area is highly regarded for its stunning countryside which is excellent for riding and walking.

The nearby Public House, The Crown and Garter, is known locally as an excellent gastro-pub.

Further amenities and the Kennet & Avon Canal can be found locally at Kintbury or more extensive facilities in both Hungerford and Newbury, all with train stations offering services to London Paddington and the West Country.

Inkpen has a village primary school (with pre-school) and the area boasts an excellent selection of private schools including Brockhurst & Marlston House, Thorngrove, Cheam, St Gabriels, Downe House, Marlborough and Elstree.

Junctions 14 and 13 of the M4 are about 9 and 10 miles away respectively and the A34 (Stockcross) is just over 6 miles away.

Together they provide excellent trunk road access to the north, south, east and west.

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