Silchester, Reading

Greenlands Farm & Calleva Vineyard

ABOUT THIS HOUSE

Greenlands Farm is an unlisted and beautifully presented property believed to date from the 16th Century, set on the edge of the highly popular village of Silchester. The property has been extended and renovated over the

years and is now a compelling mix of fresh, light and modern spaces, yet the house retains a clear relationship with the agricultural history of the area

The accommodation throughout is generous and the numerous reception rooms allow a real flexibility as to how they could be used. Highlights include the wonderful open plan kitchen, off which is the Orangery which has the most incredible views of the South Downs

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE

The property is set on the edge of the village with incredible views of the surrounding countryside.

The property is presented in a contemporary style and features an open plan kitchen and living area, leading to the drawing room

There are numerous reception rooms including a snooker room/dining room.

The main bedroom is particularly impressive, again having wonderful views across the garden and countryside beyond

The indoor pool also has a sauna and shower complex; off the pool room is a games room / gym leading to a barbeque area ideal for sheltered entertaining.

The gardens are beautiful. Mostly laid to lawn, it is interspersed with a variety of trees, shrubs as well as flower beds and fruit trees all which provide colour throughout the summer months.

There is a well-maintained tennis court.

To the rear of the house is a large south-facing terrace perfect for al fresco dining

There is secondary accommodation in the form of a one bedroom, one reception room, annexe above the barn.

The large barn is ideal for storage of vehicles, equipment, machinery etc or has the potential for further accommodation.

There is a good size office above the three bay oak garage that can accommodate a number of people.

THE FINER DETAILS

6 - 7

RECEPTION ROOMS

BEDROOMS 5 - 6

OUTBUILDING 3

TENNIS COURT 1

BATH/SHOWER ROOMS 4 - 5

VINEYARD

1

SWIMMING POOL 1

ABOUT THIS AREA

Almost equidistant between Reading & Basingstoke, on the Hampshire / Berkshire borders, Silchester is most notable for the archaeological site and Roman town of Calleva Atrebatum, first occupied by the

Romans in about AD 45, and which includes what is considered the best-preserved Roman wall in Great Britain and the remains of what may be one of the oldest Christian churches.

The village has a thriving community with a primary school, pub, The Calleva Arms, as well as a Village Hall. With access to the Common and Pamber Forest, it’s an idyllic spot with inexhaustible options for lovers of the outdoors. Greenlands Farm has easy access to a number of excellent schools such as Elstree, Cheam, Daneshill and also Bradfield, Wellington and Winchester to name a few. With both Reading (Paddington & Elizabeth lines) and Basingstoke (Waterloo line) within striking distance, Silchester is well-connected and well positioned for both the M4, M3 and A34.

TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS

Mortimer Station 4 miles

Basingstoke 7 miles (London Waterloo from 45 mins)

Reading 10 miles (London Paddington from 24 mins)

Newbury 13 miles

London 58 miles

LOCAL PUBS

The Calleva Arms, Silchester

Bel & Dragon, Kingsclere

The Wellington Arms, Baughurst

WINERY & GROUNDS

In 2017, the vendor started to explore agricultural ideas further and growing grapes struck him as an interesting challenge. The name originated from the Roman garrison of Calleva, being less than half a mile away from the site English viticulture was in

the news winning medals around the world. The wine world was taking English wines far more seriously than ever before – and with good reason.

The fields are predominantly south-facing, the area to be planted always seemed to be warm and in 2018 he brought renowned vineyard experts to the site to give their opinions and advise on the suitability of the fields and terroir, soil samples were taken to ascertain the quality of the land. There were positive responses to all. A local vineyard manager brought along his vigneron who looked at the soil and agreed.

WINERY & GROUNDS

The 6 acre vineyard was planted in 2019 with 60% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir, 9% Pinot Meunier and 6% Rondo. At the same time, the vendor realised that vineyards were now becoming ‘experience destinations’ There was already a stocked one-acre lake onsite with plenty of wildlife; a winery was added and completed in 2022

The winery is in three parts. The far end, the tractor and machinery store, is high enough for wine tanks to be housed for wine making onsite; the middle section has a mezzanine floor for storing consumables and downstairs plenty of space for bonded wine. The final section has a tasting room with bar, catering kitchen and toilets on the first floor. In the tasting room upstairs the oak bar and windowsills were handmade from a 300 year old tree from the land There is plenty of space for tables and chairs, with access to the balcony outside for summer lunches enjoying the produce, with stunning views of the vineyard and countryside beyond. Downstairs there is room for a cellar door facility complete with more toilets with showers (ideal for vineyard employees or glamping guests in the future), staff kitchen and office space.

The first spray in 2020 led to another decision – the night before spraying with conventional chemicals, the vendor got cold feet. Why create something of a wine destination if the local biodiversity was going to be put under pressure? The answer – become organic. Bat boxes were hung in the trees and beehives added around the vineyard and winery, increasing the biodiversity and encouraging bats to help combat moths in the vineyard rather than just using chemicals. The hares, deer, badgers, kites, buzzards, pheasants, partridges, bats and pond-life would not be compromised The vineyard will receive full organic certification in March 2023.

WINERY & GROUNDS

There is potential for further south facing vines as well as a ‘glamping’ site. In addition to all this there is a separate agricultural barn currently under residential planning application, which would be ideal for a

Manager. The main residence is available by separate negotiation.

Now it is possible to sit on the balcony looking up the slope to the vineyard and across the pond, enjoying a glass of wine with blue skies overhead and wonderful views of the South Downs – and barely an hour from London.

FLOORPLAN

Greenlands Farm

Total - 1003.8 sq m / 10,805 sq ft

Barn/Annexe - 207.6 sq m / 2,235 sq ft |

Outbuildings - 5

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| Approximate Area - 722.9 sq m / 7,781 sq ft 3.7 sq m / 578 sq ft | Including Limited Use Area - 11.4 sq m / 123 sq ft

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Barn - 157.3 sq m / 1,693 sq ft

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ximate Area - 607.4 sq m / 6,538 sq ft m / 8,231 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 ensesincurredbyprospectivepurchasersininspectingpropertieswhichhavebeensold,letorwithdrawn 5 Thepropertywillbesoldsubjecttoandwiththebenefitof y2023