4 bed detached house for sale

Sedgewell Road, Sonning Common, Reading, Oxfordshire RG4

A charming and spacious turn of the century detached family home offering well-balanced accommodation arranged over two floors, set within generous grounds and within walking distance of local amenities.

Entering through the front door, the welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal ground floor rooms and staircase rising to the first floor. To one side, accessed under the stairs, is a study, ideal for those working from home, while to the other is a bright and inviting dining room with open fireplace, perfect for both formal entertaining and family gatherings. To the rear of the property, the spacious dual aspect sitting room with open fireplace forms the heart of the home, offering an excellent space for relaxation with direct access through to the conservatory. Flooded with natural light, the conservatory enjoys pleasant views over the garden and provides an ideal space to sit and unwind throughout the year. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of units and offers ample space for everyday family living, complemented by a useful pantry and adjoining utility room – with door to the garden and garage. A ground floor cloakroom adds further convenience. Internal access is also provided to the substantial garage, offering excellent storage, workshop potential or secure parking.

The first-floor landing gives access to four bedrooms (three of which are dual aspect). The principal bedroom is a generous double room, complemented by three further bedrooms which provide flexible accommodation for family members, guests or additional home office space if required. The bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and additional shower room providing additional practicality for busy households.

Outside, the property is approached via a generous gravel driveway bordered by mature and established trees, shrubs and planting, creating an attractive first impression and providing ample off-road parking. Side gate access, both sides, leads to the rear garden, which enjoys a desirable south-east aspect and is predominantly laid to lawn with a brick paved patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The garden is fully enclosed and offers a wonderful degree of privacy with some outbuildings. To the rear of the plot sits a coach house (with power and lighting) and a separate tack room, that could present a variety of potential uses (subject to the usual consents).

Location

Sonning Common village has a thriving community and is within walking distance and offers a variety of amenities including shops, doctors surgery, restaurant, Chiltern Edge secondary school and a vets. Local public houses are within walking distance. The neighbouring village of Peppard Common offers a primary school, church and the Red Lion Public House. Henley town centre which offers a comprehensive range of shopping facilities, 3 screen cinema, theatre and several restaurants is 5 miles away with artisan shopping, good schools There are also a variety of schools and an abundance of recreational facilities available which include golf, horse racing, rowing and sailing. The commuter is well provided for via the M4/M40 giving access to London, Heathrow, West Country and Midlands. Henley train station has links with London Paddington (via Twyford).

Directions

From Ballards Henley office proceed to the traffic lights in the town centre and continue into the Market Place, up Gravel Hill and out of the town towards Peppard & Rotherfield Greys. Continue along past Badgemore Golf Club and Greys Court National Trust House, and through Greys Green. At the Bolts Cross t-junction with the B481, turn left signposted to Sonning Common. Proceed over Peppard Common, down the hill and up the other side into Sonning Common. After passing the Catholic Church of St Michael on the right take the next turning on the right into Sedgewell Road. Westcroft will be seen towards the end on the left-hand side.