3-bedroom house · RG10 0RU
Listing removedReduced £30k (−4.8%) on 16 JulListed 178 days
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About
A charming three-bedroom period cottage, believed to date back to the 18th century, thoughtfully extended and updated to create a stylish and characterful family home.
Set in the sought-after village of Hurst, the property offers a perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience, surrounded by open countryside and close to the River Loddon and Dinton Pastures Country Park.
The accommodation blends period character with contemporary design.
A spacious living room features exposed beams, brickwork and a wood-burning stove, with oak flooring throughout and an open staircase with glass balustrade.
The kitchen/dining room forms the heart of the home with a lantern roof and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden.
A separate snug or guest room provides flexibility, alongside a cloakroom/utility room. Upstairs are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a modern bathroom.
The rear garden is a standout feature, with a paved terrace leading to a level lawn, additional seating areas, and a high degree of privacy.
The property also benefits from driveway parking and a 20ft garage with attached workshop.
Hurst is a highly regarded village with a strong community feel, well-served by local amenities and excellent schooling, including St Nicholas’ C of E Primary School and the independent Dolphin School.
Garden The garden features a paved patio, ideal for entertaining and the lawned garden has shrub beds and leads to an area of timber decking positioned to enjoy the afternoon sun.
There is also a useful shed and side door and rear doors access to the garage and workshop. Additional Information: Parking The property driveway parking with a single garage.
Property construction – Standard form Services: Gas - mains Water – mains Drainage – mains Electricity - mains Heating - gas central heating Broadband connection available (information obtained from Ofcom): Superfast - Fibre to the cabinet (fttc) Mobile phone coverage For an indication of specific speeds and supply of broadband and mobile, we recommend potential buyers go to the Ofcom web-site “Broadband and mobile coverage checker”
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