Wood Lane, Kidmore End, RG4

Charming Grade II listed thatched cottage dating back to the 17th Century, set within delightful, landscaped grounds of approx. 0.7acre, overlooking neighbouring fields, in this highly sought after village. Presented in good order with a wealth of character & period features.

Once known as 'The Barracks', local tradition says that Oliver Cromwell billeted soldiers here during the English Civil War. Accommodation includes; 17ft x 13ft reception hall with turning staircase to first floor landing, with cupboard under. Doors to inner hallway, ground floor shower room, study, 17ft x 17ft dual aspect sitting room with inglenook fireplace & bread oven, 17ft fitted kitchen/ breakfast room with granite worksurfaces & serving hatch to 16ft x 16ft dual aspect dining room. The staircase leads to rear aspect landing, built in cupboard, door leading to dressing area with built in wardrobes, ensuite bathroom, 16ft x 16ft dual aspect bedroom with further built in wardrobes. Two further double bedrooms & single bedroom 4, bathroom with door to walk in airing cupboard with eaves storage & front aspect window. Occupied by the current owners for the last 30 years, it offers a wealth of period features including; exposed beams to walls & ceiling, solid wood doors with cast iron latches, inglenook fireplace & bread oven, brick floors, oak multi paned windows & Crittall style windows. Other noteworthy features include; gas fired central heating with new boiler, ample built in cupboards, detached double garage, off road parking and superb cottage gardens of approx. 0.7acre. There is further potential subject to usual consents.Outside are mature, fully landscaped gardens.To the front of the property, drive leads to detached double garage, with adjoining brick shed, providing off road parking. Brick paved path leads to entrance & large front garden, laid mainly to lawn, fully enclosed with mature yew & mixed native hedges. Well stocked flower & shrub beds. Path continues to the side leading to enclosed bin storage area. Double wooden gates lead to:To rear of the property are beautiful, established cottage gardens, featuring well stocked mixed borders, mature fruit trees, oak & walnut and including an orchard area, with mown paths. South westerly facing, the garden backs onto adjoining farmland and offers privacy & seclusion. Extensive brick & tile paved terrace, ideal for entertaining, with low brick retaining walls. Steps lead up to lawn, brick paved paths and further seating areas. The rear garden is fully enclosed with close board timber fencing and mature mixed hedging including hawthorn, holly & beech. Kidmore End is a highly sought after hamlet, with a very popular C of E Primary School, other amenities include public house and church. The village of Sonning Common is less than a mile away and is well served with a range of amenities. Kidmore End enjoys the rural aspect of South Oxfordshire, whilst being conveniently close for Reading and Henley town centres, with excellent communication links. London Paddington less than 30 minutes from Reading Railway Station and there is easy access to the M4 and M40 motorways. Crossrail, two Elizabeth Line trains an hour, will allow passengers to travel right through to central London from Reading station without having to change trains.Total Floor Area: 204m2 (2197sqft)Total Floor Area of Garage & outbuilding: 36m2 (384sqft) Council Tax Band: G (?3837.05) Services: Mains electricity, gas & water, private septic tank drainage.