Summary

A charming Grade II listed character cottage situated in a rural hamlet with off-street parking, sizeable East facing rear garden and approved planning permission (P24/S0649/HH).

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a character cottage located in the sought after Stonor valley. Whilst fitted out for modern day living this Grade II listed property retains many original features and much of the original character. Solid wood front door opens into entrance hall door leading through to living room with exposed ceiling timbers, original quarry tiled floor and open fireplace housing wood burner. The spacious kitchen dining room is fully fitted with built in appliances, ground floor bathroom with separate shower. To the first floor are two double bedrooms approached from separate staircases (but have a linked door between) each having an ensuite cloakroom and fitted wardrobes.   The garden is one of the main features of this wonderful cottage, to the rear is a small patio area leading on to a long lawned rising garden (in excess of 250ft) edged by flower beds interspersed with mature shrubs and productive fruit trees contained by hedging/fencing. Towards the end, steps rise up to give access to a timber summerhouse with there also being stunning views over the hamlet and countryside/farmland beyond.
To the front is a small walled garden with calor gas storage area, brick paved driveway with parking leading to single garage.

Agents Note
Planning was granted in April 2024 to add a first floor rear dormer extension, conversion of existing garage and additional renovation works to the existing cottage. (P24/S0649/HH)

Location

The property is situated four and half miles to the north west of Henley on Thames in the small and popular hamlet of Stonor. Henley on Thames offers comprehensive shopping facilities, Waitrose supermarket, doctors' surgeries and library. In addition there is a 3 screen cinema, the Kenton theatre, leisure facilities, several restaurants, cafes/public houses and several recreational facilities associated with the River Thames. Further amenities can be found in Nettlebed, Oxford, Windsor, Marlow and Reading. The commuter is well provided for. Henley Station has a direct link with London Paddington via Twyford. The M4/M40 J8/9/4 are 14 miles distant giving access to London, Heathrow, Midlands and West Country. Sporting facilities are in abundance including a choice of golf courses, racing at Newbury, Ascot and Windsor, local walks, cycling and rural pursuits.

Directions

From our office in Hart Street proceed to the central traffic lights and turn right into Bell Street. Continue out of Henley over the two roundabouts through Northfield End onto the Fairmile. Just before the start of the dual carriageway turn right signposted Middle Assendon/Stonor continue for approximately 3 miles entering the hamlet of Stonor and Forge Cottage will be found on the right.