4 bed detached house for sale

Uffington, Faringdon SN7

A rare opportunity to acquire Junction House, a charming Victorian residence dating back to circa 1849, occupying an enviable position on the edge of the picturesque village of Uffington. The property enjoys a rural setting while remaining within easy walking distance of the village shop and well-regarded public house, offering the perfect balance between country living and everyday convenience.

Steeped in local history and brimming with character, Junction House was originally constructed as a hotel before later serving as a public house. Today, it has been thoughtfully transformed into a much-loved family home, retaining a wealth of period charm while providing spacious and versatile accommodation throughout.

The property offers four light and airy bedrooms, two bathrooms and four reception rooms, all set within a generous plot of approximately one acre. Further benefits include a substantial detached double garage with adjoining workshop, presenting excellent potential for conversion into ancillary accommodation, such as a self-contained annexe, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

The accommodation comprises an entrance porch leading to a welcoming hallway with access to useful cellar storage, a cloakroom, utility area and rear porch. The heart of the home is the open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, complemented by a dual-aspect sitting room featuring a large open fireplace and a spacious dual-aspect dining room. To the first floor, a generous landing provides access to four well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom fitted with both a walk-in shower and separate bath. The principal bedroom benefits from a dressing room and en-suite shower room.

Externally, the property is approached via a large gated driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The detached double garage and workshop offer extensive storage and additional parking, while also presenting exciting development potential, subject to planning consent.

The grounds are a particular feature of the property, with two attractive garden areas. The principal garden lies to the front and is predominantly laid to lawn with mature specimen trees, established shrubs and an inviting seating area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Additional features include a large timber workshop and chicken coop. To the rear, the beautifully maintained garden offers further lawned areas, mature planting, raised fruit and vegetable beds, additional seating areas and a purpose-built store.

Offering a wealth of character, generous living space, extensive gardens and excellent potential, Junction House represents a unique opportunity to acquire a truly special home in a sought-after village setting.

Please note that the property is located close to a railway line.

The property is freehold and connected to mains electricity and water. There is oil-fired central heating and uPVC double glazing throughout. There is private drainage via a septic tank.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this exceptional property has to offer.

Location

The pretty village of Uffington lies on the edge of the Vale of the White Horse, just north of the Berkshire Downs and has a number of historical connections. Overlooking the village is the chalk White Horse, which was cut into the hillside some 3,000 years ago. The village boasts its own museum, Uffington Museum which was formerly known as the Tom Brown's School Museum - the author having been born in Uffington Vicarage - and the Poet Laureate, Sir John Betjeman also having lived in the village. Uffington has a majestic church regarded as the Cathedral of the Vale, a well-equipped village store with Post Office, a popular primary school and pre-school, together with a lovely traditional public house, village hall, community sports ground and a host of community organisations.

Garden

The grounds are a particular feature of the property, with two attractive garden areas. The principal garden lies to the front and is predominantly laid to lawn with mature specimen trees, established shrubs and an inviting seating area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Additional features include a large timber workshop and chicken coop. To the rear, the beautifully maintained garden offers further lawned areas, mature planting, raised fruit and vegetable beds, additional seating areas and a purpose-built store.

Disclaimer

Important Notice: These particulars have been prepared for prospective purchasers for guidance only. They do not form part of an offer or contract. Whilst some descriptions are obviously subjective and information is given in good faith, they should not be relied upon as statements or representative of fact.