Didcot train station 2.8 miles ● A34 5 miles ● Wallingford 3 miles (all distances approximate)

2,421sq ft / 225 m²
(all measurements are approximate)

An elegant 5-bedroom modern detached village house. Constructed in 1995 by Berkeley Homes, noted for their thorough and detailed construction. Set in the heart of one of the most beautiful, sleepy, and sought-after period villages in this part of the world, surrounded by open countryside noted to be of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Cobbetts is a splendid family house, which has been maintained to a high standard, and is in excellent order throughout, with large, very pretty, south-facing landscaped gardens to the rear.

Easy walking distance to The Bear of North Moreton, the 16th century pub and restaurant which is a popular and privately run village pub. Behind it is the village green, home to Moreton Cricket Club founded in 1858, a large children's play area with zip wire, picnic benches area, football pitch, and host to a number of events during the year such as the Village Fete. The annual beer and cricket festival is a popular event spread over 4 days offering the tried and tested formula of cricket matches, superb guest ales and ciders, nightly live music, and splendid BBQ food.

Situated near to the fine medieval church dating from the 13th century, you are within easy walking distance of open countryside, footpaths, and bridleways on all sides of the village.

North Moreton has a thriving village community, whilst benefiting from being in close proximity to tremendous shopping facilities and amenities in both Wallingford and Didcot, the latter of which offers fast train links to London Paddington, Oxford and Reading for commuters.

Special features:
• The spacious kitchen/dining room is the hub of the house, with French doors opening from the dining area to the rear sun terrace and gardens
• Kitchen area is fully fitted with extensive range of cupboard and drawer units, fitted Britannia range cooker with 5 ring gas hob, and double ovens, Miele dishwasher, stainless steel sink with filtered water tap, wide working surfaces. Dining area can easily accommodate a table to seat 10 people
• Sitting room has polished oak flooring, and a fireplace with a convection stove/ open fire, and attractive oak mantel surround. French doors open directly onto the rear sun terrace and gardens
• First floor has 3 double bedrooms and 1 single bedroom, and a family bathroom with thermostatically controlled shower
• Second floor has a very large double bedroom, with ensuite shower room. There is a useful study area, fitted wardrobes, and splendid views to both front and rear
• Hallway is spacious with cloakroom
• Ground floor study overlooks the front of the property
• Utility room with plumbing for washing machine, butlers sink, cupboards, gas boiler, and a door to the side of the property
• Double detached garage, with separate access to secure store

Summary of accommodation: Reception hall, cloakroom, study, kitchen/dining room, utility room, 4 bedrooms and family bathroom to first floor. Ensuite shower room, dressing area and study area to principal bedroom on second floor.
Double detached garage.

Gardens: Beautiful rear south-facing landscaped gardens, with a large stone paved sun terrace, well maintained herbaceous borders, large lawns, high board fencing giving security and privacy. Side access from the front. An established garden with lots of colour and plenty of space for young children to play. Large gravel forecourt to the front. Timber garden store.

Local facilities: North Moreton is a fine period village which benefits from being close to lots of shops, amenities, and transport links in neighbouring towns.

A large well-maintained village green doubles as a playing field with an active cricket club who cater for all ages and both men's and women's cricket. There is a football pitch, basketball hoop, all weather table tennis table and dedicated children's playground with zip wire. The green is the hub for many events during the year such as the village fete, beer & cricket festival, apple pressing, and Boxing Day kickabouts.

The village hall has a full programme of activities from Pilates to quiz nights. The mid-13th century church, All Saints has been described as the most perfect medieval church in Oxfordshire and hosts bell ringing, coffee mornings, Art Weeks, and charity events. There are also many individual village events such as RHS open days, safari suppers, opera evenings, to name but a few.

The countryside surrounding North Moreton is noted to be of outstanding rural beauty and footpaths are within easy access enabling very pretty walks through open countryside. This is also excellent riding country with the nearby Downs giving access to gallops and bridle paths.

Wallingford, on the River Thames, is a few minutes' drive away and offers fantastic walks, riverside pubs, restaurants, a Waitrose supermarket, many independent and popular shops, a fine antiques centre, and regular farmer's markets. Didcot is home to many popular high street retailers and its supermarkets include Sainsbury's, Tesco and Aldi, there are numerous banks, health services, leisure centres, arts centre, and a multiplex cinema.

Didcot Parkway is a mainline station offering superb commuter links to London Paddington, Oxford and Reading (Elizabeth Line), as well as the West Country and South Wales. The A34 is only a 10 minutes' drive, offering easy links to both the M4 and the M40.

Schools: The close neighbouring village of South Moreton has a highly regarded Primary School. North Moreton is inside the catchment area for Didcot Girls School which is Ofsted rated as outstanding, St Birinus (Didcot boy's school) and King Alfred's in Wantage. Independent schools within easy driving distance include; The Oratory, Cranford House, Mouslford Preparatory, St Helens & St Katharine in Abingdon, Pangbourne College and Bradfield College.

Directions: With The Bear of North Moreton pub (OX11 9AT) on your right, drive down the High Street. At the T-junction, turn left and Cobbetts will be found a few houses along on the left, with the driveway set between two detached double garages.

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Post Code: OX11 9AX

Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains electricity, gas, water, and drainage. Pressurised water system. Water softener.

EPC Rating: D

Local Authority & Council Tax Band: South Oxfordshire, Band G

Fixtures and fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale.

Viewing by arrangement with vendor's agent, Dudley Singleton & Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Dudley Singleton & Daughter for themselves and for the vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that:
1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items. We relied upon our own brief inspection and information supplied to us by the vendors.
(i) The description, including photographs of the property and its contents, are intended to be a guide only rather than a detailed and accurate report and inventory. (ii) Floor plans, measurements, areas and distances are intended to be approximately only. (iii) Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements. The position of bathroom fittings as shown on the plan is indicative only – sizes, shapes and the exact locations may differ. Wall thicknesses, together with window and door sizes are approximate only and window and door openings are shown without frame details. (iv) Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current and no assumption should be made that any contents shown in them are included in the sale.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them:
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FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or surveyor.

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Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.