House For Sale £599,000
Oakwell Cottage is a period property, enviably located up the hill. The house has a charming and welcoming feel about it with an abundance of character throughout and having been carefully updated and decorated, all very much in keeping with the character of the cottage. The entrance opens into a generous room which served ideally as a dining room. The dining room opens out into the kitchen which is fitted with an excellent range of units. To the right of the entrance is a separate sitting room which features an open fireplace, and overlooks a small courtyard. Progressing through the ground floor is a study, ideally tucked away from the main hub of the house, together with a utility room and downstairs WC. The first floor boasts a generous main bedroom, a second double bedroom and a family bathroom. A second staircase to the rear of the property gives access up to a third bedroom with en suite shower room.<br/><br/><b>Outside</b><br/><br/>The rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to provide a large decked area within the walled section of the garden, with a long bench which extends around two sides of the decking. Beyond this is a generous lawned area, with fencing which ensures the garden enjoys a good degree of seclusion. In addition, there is a paved terrace and a raised vegetable bed. A gate to the rear leads to a parking area for 2/3 cars.<br/><br/><b>Situation</b><br/><br/>The property is located in the heart of the pretty and sought after village of Aldermaston. The location boasts excellent road and rail links to London, Reading, Newbury and the south east. The M4 can be accessed via Junction 12 at Theale which is approximately 5 miles away. Aldermaston Wharf train station is approximately 1 mile away on the main line for access to Reading and London. Fast trains from Reading to London Paddington take 25 minutes. The village offers a local village shop, post office, public house, hairdressers, field, two primary schools as well as a wonderful farm shop, restaurant and Garden Centre. The village has many community events including village show, nativity play and candle auction. The village, with its surrounding countryside and canal offer a wide range of footpaths and walks. The nearby market town of Newbury offers excellent shopping, its own theatre and cinema, and a choice of restaurants and bistros.<br/><br/><b>Additional Information</b><br/><br/>Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Council Tax band E.