2 bed Flat For Sale £430,000
A rarely available ground floor apartment, forming part of this grand historic residence originally built in the 1880s and subsequently converted to apartments after the Second World War. The property still retains many characterful features, such as high ceilings, sash windows, mosaic tiled floor and original building plaque.The property is located in a central position, within a short level walk to the High Street amenities and mainline train station. In addition to access to the communal landscaped grounds of approximately 1 acre, the apartment also benefits from a private walled courtyard garden and a large cellar storage area. Available with no onward chain, the accommodation includes: Entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, bedroom with en-suite and study, additional bedroom and shower room. EPC Rating D.
Local information
Goring is a sought after village conveniently located for commuting to London (56 minutes) and Reading (15 minutes) by train from Goring station. Reading Station has a fast service to London, Paddington (from 29 mins) with Crossrail allowing direct access to the City, Canary Wharf, the West End and Heathrow from 2022. The spectacular scenery in and around the Goring Gap is the setting for such classic books as Wind in the Willows, Watership Down and Three Men in a Boat. Views of Goring Lock, the weirs and the rural landscape, especially as seen from the bridge, are some of the most photographed and painted scenes in England. Goring has a good selection of local shops including an award winning grocer, butcher, several convenience shops including Tesco, as well as a doctor’s dentist’s and chemist. There is a thriving local community with a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups - latest news and events are on the village website at
accommodation
A formal grand entrance hall with stained glass windows leads to the front door, opening into a lobby with hallway leading to all accommodation, and a door to the rear. The sitting room has high ceilings and a walk in bay window overlooking the front, and an electric fireplace with wooden surround. The kitchen/breakfast room is side aspect, with original mosaic tiled floor, walk in bay window, and space for appliances including range cooker. The principal bedroom is situated at the rear, with original sash windows overlooking the private courtyard garden. The bedroom offers access into an en-suite bathroom, as well as a study (agent's note: This space was used by a previous owner as a utility room so has plumbing in situ). There is an additional side aspect bedroom with triple pane leaded glass windows, and a shower room (this has a second door leading into the en-suite.)
outside space
Steps lead from the rear into a private walled courtyard garden. This is laid with flagstone patio for outdoor seating and benefits from an easterly aspect. Steps lead down to a private cellar storage area. There is also a gate which leads to the side and parking area.
The apartment also benefits from access to communal grounds of approximately 1 acre, laid to well tended lawn with historic mature trees. Gated access at the rear links up with Elmhurst Walk to allow easy access to the mainline train station.
Local authority and services
South Oxfordshire District Council. Council tax band C. Gas fired central heating with the boiler replaced in 2019, all mains services.
Leasehold information
999 year lease dating from 6 August 2013 (approximately 991 years remaining). Additionally each apartment owns 1/8th share of the freehold. The service charge is currently £1,680 per annum.
Should you proceed with the purchase of the property these details must be verified by your solicitor.
Conveyancing
Through our in house Conveyancing team, we can ensure ease and efficiency for a competitive, no-sale, no-fee quote. Ask us for a quote today.
Disclaimer
These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.
Buyers information
In accordance with hmrc Anti Money Laundering Regulations a buyer(s) must attend our office to provide Photo Identification and Proof of Address (valid in last 3 months) once a sale is agreed.
Referral fees
We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Davis Tate.
Local information
Goring is a sought after village conveniently located for commuting to London (56 minutes) and Reading (15 minutes) by train from Goring station. Reading Station has a fast service to London, Paddington (from 29 mins) with Crossrail allowing direct access to the City, Canary Wharf, the West End and Heathrow from 2022. The spectacular scenery in and around the Goring Gap is the setting for such classic books as Wind in the Willows, Watership Down and Three Men in a Boat. Views of Goring Lock, the weirs and the rural landscape, especially as seen from the bridge, are some of the most photographed and painted scenes in England. Goring has a good selection of local shops including an award winning grocer, butcher, several convenience shops including Tesco, as well as a doctor’s dentist’s and chemist. There is a thriving local community with a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups - latest news and events are on the village website at
accommodation
A formal grand entrance hall with stained glass windows leads to the front door, opening into a lobby with hallway leading to all accommodation, and a door to the rear. The sitting room has high ceilings and a walk in bay window overlooking the front, and an electric fireplace with wooden surround. The kitchen/breakfast room is side aspect, with original mosaic tiled floor, walk in bay window, and space for appliances including range cooker. The principal bedroom is situated at the rear, with original sash windows overlooking the private courtyard garden. The bedroom offers access into an en-suite bathroom, as well as a study (agent's note: This space was used by a previous owner as a utility room so has plumbing in situ). There is an additional side aspect bedroom with triple pane leaded glass windows, and a shower room (this has a second door leading into the en-suite.)
outside space
Steps lead from the rear into a private walled courtyard garden. This is laid with flagstone patio for outdoor seating and benefits from an easterly aspect. Steps lead down to a private cellar storage area. There is also a gate which leads to the side and parking area.
The apartment also benefits from access to communal grounds of approximately 1 acre, laid to well tended lawn with historic mature trees. Gated access at the rear links up with Elmhurst Walk to allow easy access to the mainline train station.
Local authority and services
South Oxfordshire District Council. Council tax band C. Gas fired central heating with the boiler replaced in 2019, all mains services.
Leasehold information
999 year lease dating from 6 August 2013 (approximately 991 years remaining). Additionally each apartment owns 1/8th share of the freehold. The service charge is currently £1,680 per annum.
Should you proceed with the purchase of the property these details must be verified by your solicitor.
Conveyancing
Through our in house Conveyancing team, we can ensure ease and efficiency for a competitive, no-sale, no-fee quote. Ask us for a quote today.
Disclaimer
These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.
Buyers information
In accordance with hmrc Anti Money Laundering Regulations a buyer(s) must attend our office to provide Photo Identification and Proof of Address (valid in last 3 months) once a sale is agreed.
Referral fees
We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Davis Tate.
