4 bedroom detached house for sale

Fieldridge Wood House is a wonderful family home believed to date from 1953. It was extended and re-modelled by the current owner in 1993 to create light and well-proportioned rooms. The accommodation is tastefully presented and has been well-maintained . A tiled reception hall leads into a wonderful double-aspect sitting room with open fire and views over the delightful garden. There is a well-appointed, south-facing kitchen/breakfast room with Aga, which leads into an attractive garden room which overlooks the garden. There is a study, which could be used as a playroom, a utility room and larder. On the first floor the double-aspect principal bedroom has a dressing area and bathroom. There are three further bedrooms and a shower room. There is ample storage including built-in wardrobes and a large linen cupboard. Subject to planning it may be possible to convert the roof space into further accommodation. The beautifully maintained gardens are south-facing and mainly laid to lawn with a variety of trees and shrubs. The boundaries are protected by mature shrubs and woodland. French windows from the garden room lead onto a sheltered terrace with awnings, which provides ideal outdoor entertaining space. The house is approached via a pair of gates which lead to a gravel drive, parking area and double garage. In addition there is an ornamental pond. Fieldridge Wood House is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, set back from the road near the hamlet of Shefford Woodlands. The property is well placed for excellent communications being about a mile from Junction 14 of the M4. Newbury is about 10 miles to the east and connects to the A34 and M4 and a high-speed train service to Paddington. The pretty market town of Hungerford lies a short drive to the south and has a variety of shops, restaurants and a station. Trains to London (Paddington) take from 50 minutes. The area is well known for its outstanding rolling countryside with many bridlepaths and footpaths. There are many well-regarded state and independent schools in the area including Pinewood, Marlborough College and Downe House. Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil heating and Aga. Postcode: RG17 7AT Directions: From Junction 14 of the M4 head north following signs for Wantage.Take the first left onto Ermin Street (B4000) and continue past The Pheasant on the right. Continue for about half a mile and the turning for Fieldridge Wood House will be located on the right-hand side, before Goodings Lane.