3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A lovely three bedroom grade II listed period home of great character situated in the centre of Watlington

Tenure : Freehold -

Description: - A lovely grade II listed 17th century three-bedroom period home occupying a quiet setting in the High Street.

Although 17th century in origin the building was remodelled in the 20th century creating a small self-contained shop premises to the front and seperating that from the principal and independent three storey residential house which is now for sale. The house has a characterful interior which is attractively presented and offers spacious well-lit rooms that incorporate some lovely period features including part wood-panelled walls and much of the original timber framework.

A secure gated entrance and hallway with boot/utility room and cloakroom extends to an attractive fitted kitchen with dining area and painted wood panelled wall. On the first floor a charming and spacious south-facing sitting room with part-vaulted ceiling occupies the principal space alongside two double bedrooms and a bathroom. An enclosed staircase leads up to a sizeable loft room that is well-lit and suitable as an office or further bedroom.

To the rear of the house is a small patio garden with brick and flint feature wall and brick storage shed. There is also an opportunity to rent a parking bay close-by (contact our office for further details).

Watlington - Watlington is reputedly England's smallest town with its origins dating from the 6th century. The town has a range of sports facilities that embrace football and cricket as well as tennis, squash and bowls.
There are good local shops including a first class butcher and delicatessen and some excellent restaurants and pubs. Watlington Primary school and Rainbow Corner day nursery and pre-school have an 'outstanding' ofsted rating and senior education is provided by the well-regarded Icknield Community College.

The Chiltern Hills rise above the town and offer some of the finest landscapes in south-east England. There is much on offer here for outdoor enthusiasts, cyclists and walkers as The Icknield Way (Ridgeway National Trail) passes close to the town. Watlington is also the heartland of the re-introduced Red Kite that now soar above the town's roof tops.

Outside: - The entrance is set back from the road and access is gained at the flank of the property. A gated entrance with a paved frontage leads to the front door.

Garden: - A small courtyard garden lies to the rear of the property, approached via French doors from the kitchen. It has a paved surface with a brick and flint wall, a raised border and a brick store.

Services - Mains Services: Electricity / Gas / Water / Drainage
Heating: Gas fired central heating
Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council
Council Tax Band: B
EPC: Listing exemption

Viewing: - Strictly by appointment with the agents - Robinson Sherston (Watlington). Telephone:[use Contact Agent Button]