The Cedars
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Bethesda Street, Upper Basildon, Berkshire, RG8 8NU 51°29'29.0"N 1°08'33.4"W what3words ///notebook.lake.shrugging
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ABOUT THIS HOUSE
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itting proudly on Bethesda Street, arguably the most prestigious street in Upper Basildon, is The Cedars, a substantial eco-friendly, modern family home surrounded by the glorious Berkshire Downs and picturesque countryside. With over 4,500 sq ft of accommodation, this really is a superb family home with remarkable proportions and a huge amount of natural light. One of the many highlights is the beautifully appointed kitchen which is very much the heart of the home and offers a perfect space to entertain. The accommodation throughout is generous and the numerous reception rooms allow a real flexibility, including ample space for a study/home office, studio or children’s playroom.
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he five/six bedroom, four bath/shower rooms, arranged over the first and second floor, makes for comfortable family living. Much like the ground floor, the quality of craftmanship and attention to detail is evident throughout with each bedroom and bath/shower room very much having their own individual feel. The main bedroom is particularly impressive, having views over the lawn to the front of the house and the most impressive en-suite bath/shower room and separate dressing room. Electric gates open onto a large gravel driveway where there is ample parking as well as a useful double garage adjoining the house. The Cedars has the most fantastic outdoor entertaining space which is to the rear of the house. There is plenty of space for a large dining table and seating area. The current owners have not only built a pizza oven but also created the most beautiful pond with waterfall. One can’t overlook this house's eco credentials which includes high levels of insulation and air source heat pumps.
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SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage Air-Source heat pump Underfloor heating on the ground floor Gigaclear broadband EPC C COUNCIL TAX G LOCAL AUTHORITY West Berkshire, 01635 551111
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ABOUT THIS AREA
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pper Basildon is a highly sought after village positioned on the edge of the Berkshire Downs, with the River Thames located nearby, making this an idyllic spot with inexhaustible options for
lovers of the outdoors. The Thameside village of Pangbourne is close by, where there are a number of superb artisan shops including Greens butchers, The Pangbourne Cheese Shop and Birch Bread to name a few. Additionally, there are excellent cafés and restaurants in Pangbourne, as well as a wide selection of fantastic pubs in and the surrounding villages. Newbury, Reading and Oxford are all within striking distance and the property is also well positioned for the M4, with Junction 13 only 7.5 miles away. Crossrail, which is due to be completed soon, will provide a fast connection from Reading to The City. There is a wide choice of excellent schooling, both state and private.
TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Pangbourne 3.2 miles Reading 9.7 miles Newbury 11.8 miles Pangbourne Station 3.4 miles London Paddington from 41 mins LOCAL The Red Lion, Upper Basildon The Swan, Pangbourne The Royal Oak, Yattendon
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he most fantastic house for entertaining, indoors and out
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FLOORPLAN Click to view Virtual Tour
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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 May 2022. Particulars prepared in May 2022.
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) - 433.1 sq m / 4,662 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
Berkshire 5 1 ° 3 0 ' 3 3 . 3 " N 1 ° 0 4 ' 5 0 . 1 " W
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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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