Dunvegan House

Dunvegan House

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Townsend Road, Streatley Reading, RG8 9LH 51°31'45.9"N 1°08'53.4"W what3words ///aimless.plunge.dragonfly

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ABOUT THIS HOUSE

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ocated on the private and sought after Townsend Road, Dunvegan House sits in a wonderful edge of village location with beautiful views over farmland. The house was originally built in 1902 by the local builder

Smallbone, whose family later founded the famous Smallbone of Devizes kitchen company. Smallbone was a renowned local builder in the Edwardian period and he built a number of houses in Streatley, with Dunvegan House the third house he built, as can be seen on the original plaque displayed by the back door.

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esigned in the popular Arts and Crafts style, there are a number of superb period features throughout the house, including the magnificent fireplace in the reception hall, as well as ornate corner

fireplaces in many of the bedrooms. The house has been lovingly cared for and mixes period charm with modern day practicality. This really is an exceptionally good family home.

The gardens extend to about 0.53 of an acre and adjoin neighbouring farmland. There is an attractive terrace and a useful large garage.

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SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, water and private drainage.

EPC D COUNCIL TAX G LOCAL AUTHORITY West Berkshire Council

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ABOUT THIS AREA

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treatley is one of the most sought-after village locations. Situated on the banks of the River Thames, which separates Streatley from the neighbouring Goringon-Thames, the train station is within

walking distance with direct trains in to London Paddington.

There are a number of excellent pubs and restaurants within walking distance including the stylish Coppa Club, with its River Terrace overlooking the water.

Streatley and Goring have become a mecca for young families making the move from London and as a result there is a lively and vibrant atmosphere. With the River Thames running through the centre, the Berkshire Downs on one side and the Chilterns on the other, it is highly attractive with inexhaustible options for lovers of the outdoors.

The area is well served by excellent schools, both state and private, including excellent primary schools in both Goring and Streatley as well as prep schools including Moulsford St. Andrew’s and The Oratory, as well as secondary schools including Bradfield College, Pangbourne College, Downe House and The Downs.

TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Wallingford 6 miles Reading 11 miles Oxford 19 miles Goring & Streatley Station 1.3 miles London Paddington from 44 mins LOCAL The Coppa Club, Streatley The Millar of Mansfield, Goring-on-Thames The Beetle & Wedge Riverside Inn, Moulsford

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number of superb period features throughout the house

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ovingly cared for and mixes period charm with modern day practicality

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FLOORPLAN

Total - 382 sq m / 4,111 sq ft | Main House - 292 sq m / 3,141 sq ft

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Country House Department gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptio necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. The C planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. The Country House Department does not accept responsibility for any exp all wayleaves, covenants, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not. Photographs taken 2021. Particulars prepared in January 2022

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t | Outbuildings - 18 sq m / 191 sq ft | Carport - 72 sq m / 779 sq ft

ons, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not Country House Department does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to penses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of

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AREA GUIDE

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he Royal County of Berkshire is the jewel in the home counties crown. It’s no surprise that a county fit for a Monarch is one of the most attractive locations for those making the move out of London, with a wealth of exceptional schools and fast commuter links to the capital. There’s no shortage of leisure activities either

with racing at Windsor, Ascot and Newbury as well as polo at The Guards Polo Club, Cowarth Park and The Royal Berkshire Polo Club. Fine dining is a particular highlight and Bray is the county’s worthy epicentre, with the Roux Brothers’ Waterside Inn and Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck and The Hind’s Head.

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WALKING

Basildon Park Walk around four different trails through 400 acres of parkland and Woodland.

EATING OUT

The Hind's Head, Bray Food that is all cooked with exceptional technical dexterity and consummate culinary imagination.

EVENT

Royal Ascot Arguably the most prestigious horse racing event in the world. Experience five days of not only the finest horses, jockeys, trainers from around the world but exceptional fashion and cuisine.

DAY OUT

Windsor Great Park A Royal Park of 4,991 acres, including a deer park, to the south of the town of Windsor.

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ABOUT US

The Country House Department Limited John Eccles House Robert Robinson Avenue Oxford, OX4 4GP

01865 338 300 info@thecountryhousedepartment.com thecountryhousedepartment.com

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