Reading, Berkshire

Oakley Barn

The Hamlet | Gallowstree Common | Reading | South Oxfordshire RG4 9BU

OAKLEY BARN

Oakley Barn is a charming four bedroom barn conversion with elements dating back to the 1700s and is located in a sought after hamlet in South Oxfordshire.

ACCOMMODATION

Ground Floor

As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by the spacious entrance hall, complete with a vaulted ceiling. The beautiful handmade Fired Earth kitchen / breakfast room is fitted with lovely wall and base units and there’s a convenient utility room with access to the garage. There is also a useful cloakroom just around the corner.

When you’re ready for some relaxation, the sitting room is a cosy yet spacious room with a brick fireplace and a log burner - perfect for snuggling up with a good book. The dining room is open plan to the entrance hall with French doors which open onto the patio area, perfect for entertaining. In addition, there’s a family room that would be great for a child’s playroom, home office or bedroom and an adjacent shower room in case you have guests staying over.

First Floor

Upstairs, you’ll find the principal bedroom that has plenty of natural light and wonderful views. This bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a contemporary en-suite shower room. There are also a further two bedrooms and the family bathroom.

From the inner hallway is a separate staircase that leads to the fourth bedroom - perfect for a teen’s hideaway, a craft room, or even a spot for a home gym. There is also an adjacent study area or dressing room.

SELLER INSIGHT

Oakley Barn has been a much-loved family home where we happily lived for 15 years. We can easily recall the welcoming feel of the house when we first stepped foot inside and we knew that the light and airy hallway with galleried landing would be the perfect spot for a huge Christmas tree handpicked from the local woods at Christmas Common. The good-sized bedrooms and living accommodation to the side of the house added novelty value and we instantly knew we had found the right one for us,” say the owners.

“We love all of the rooms and the views from the master bedroom overlooking the allotments were an absolute joy to wake up to. The open hallway was the heart of our home where we have fond memories of Christmas dinners with family before cuddling up in front of the wood burner in the sitting room. It’s never overly grand but is charmingly humble and comfortable, and our guests always enjoyed their stay in the beamed guest suite in the annexe. The farmhouse table in the large kitchen was a great entertaining space and the view from the window through the cherry tree to the red brick well is an appealing aspect. Working from home in the annexe was always a pleasure thanks to views over the mature trees and garden beyond.”

“We have refurbished and modernised throughout and converted the annexe into a TV room with storage, underfloor heating, and carefully considered electrical points. Oakley Barn provides a warm welcome after a long day at work and it has been a cheerful and cosy home for us and our growing children. The garden was a little haven where we kept three chickens and we lovingly created a glorious cottage garden with a small, terraced area that was a super sun trap. We miss the delightful country setting, Sunday walks to the pub through the woods, and our helpful neighbours who we consider good friends.”

“The nearby village of Sonning Common has a good range of amenities, including well-stocked convenience stores, Post Office, fabulous Health Centre, pharmacy, and an excellent fish and chip shop. There are a number of country pubs nearby, including The Greyhound, which is just a short stroll away through the woods. We enjoy easy access to road, air, and rail links, as well as miles upon miles of excellent walking and cycling routes, so it really is the best of both worlds here.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

OUTSIDE

The property has a pretty cottage style garden with a patio area and lawn, plus there are mature borders that add just the right touch of greenery. The front of the house has off-street parking, and there’s even rear access to the garage.

LOCATION

Oakley Barn is located in the highly sought-after hamlet of Gallowstree Common. You’ll find shopping nearby in Sonning Common or Goring-onThames, and Henley-on-Thames and Reading are just a short drive away. Reading also has train services to London, taking around 25 minutes into Paddington. If you love the outdoors, you’ll find plenty of opportunities for hiking and riding in the surrounding countryside, plus there’s boating on the Thames and racing at Newbury and Ascot. There are also excellent schools in the area, including The Oratory, Cranford House, and Moulsford.

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INFORMATION

Services

Mains gas, mains electricity, mains water, septic tank.

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority

South Oxfordshire District Council

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country – Adrian Beatty 07899 875966.

Website

For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/reading

Opening Hours:

Monday to Friday 8.00am – 10.00pm

Saturday 8.00am – 8.00pm

Sunday 8.00am – 8.00pm

Council Tax Band: G

EPC Rating: C

Tenure: Freehold

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 28.04.2023

FINE & COUNTRY

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adrian.beatty@fineandcountry.com

Adrian has been in the property industry for a number of years having previously worked in finance in the City. He has extensive knowledge of new builds and property developments having completed a number of successful projects himself.

His ethos is to work transparently with his clients on a one-toone basis and put them first, listening to their requirements and getting them the outcome they want with uncompromising integrity and discretion.

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