Hartswood

HARTSWOOD – MANOR ROAD
GORING-ON-THAMES - OXFORDSHIRE

Goring & Streatley Station (London Paddington within the hour) – 8 mins walk / Reading (London, Paddington 27 minutes) – 10 miles / M4 (J 12 ) – 10 miles / M40 (J6) – 14 miles / Henley on Thames – 12 miles / Oxford – 19 miles / Wallingford– 5 miles
Distances & Times Approximate

Idyllically located in a most desirable riverside location within the peaceful heart of this quintessential English village, enjoying a relaxing ambience and outlook, yet just a short hop to London on the train, in well under the hour, with extensive amenities and outstanding schooling all within short walking or driving distance, a simply stunning and elegant modern and contemporary Victorian riverside residence set in approximately 5 acres of gardens and grounds, extending in all to approximately 5,855 sq ft, with wet-dock boathouse and balconied studio apartment over, swimming pool, tennis court, and wrought iron railed paddock,  afforded awe-inspiring far-reaching rural views, and a simply wonderful lifestyle, quite rarely seen to the market.

Careful planning and attention has provided modern open plan living whilst preserving traditional living and ambience, embracing the delightful gardens and grounds with inside outside living, encapsulating an ‘Al Fresco’ lifestyle, culminating in an exquisite family home, rarely found on the open market.

• A Stunning Modern & Contemporary Victorian Riverside Residence, Close Walking Distance Of Mainline Train Station To London & Extensive Village Amenities, Set In Approximately 5 Acres Of Beautiful Gardens & Grounds, With Far-Reaching Views Afforded, Inclusive Main House, Boathouse With Balconied Studio Apartment, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, And Railed Paddock

• Private Electrically Gated Winding Driveways Independently To Main Residence & Boathouse
• Spacious Parking Courtyards
• Double Garage

• Enclosed Entrance Porch
• Grand Galleried & Vaulted Reception Hall With Stain Glass Window & Sweeping Staircase
• Sitting Room With Fireplace & Log Burner
• Family Room With Stain Glass Window
• Study With Stain Glass Bay Window
• Games Room
• Home Gym
• Kitchen / Breakfast Room With Aga Range Cooker
• Utility Room

• Inner Hall
• Annexe With Sitting Room & Kitchenette And Shower Room

• Plant Room

• Garden Cloakroom with Shower

• Grand Galleried & Vaulted Landing With Stain Glass Window

• Master Bedroom Suite With Balcony, 2 Dressing Rooms, En-Suite Shower Room
• 2nd Bedroom Suite With Balcony, Dressing Rooms, En-Suite Shower Room
• 3rd Bedroom Suite With Private Hall / Dressing Room, En-Suite Shower Room
• 4th Bedroom Suite With En-Suite Bathroom
• Vaulted 5th Bedroom Suite With Private Landing, En-Suite Shower Room

• Extending Internally To Approximately 4,800 Sq Ft

• Planning Permission To Extend Existing Residence To Approximately 5,826 Sq Ft

• Detached Boathouse Extending To Approximately 1,054 Sq Ft With Balconied Studio Apartment Opening Onto The River Thames, Having Fireplace, Sitting Room, Cloakroom, Kitchenette, And Electrically Gated Wet-Dock

• In All Extending To Approximately 5,855 Sq Ft 

• Mature Landscaped Gardens & Grounds Of Approximately 1.5 Acres With Summer House
• Mature Landscaped Riverside Gardens Of Approximately 0.5 Acre
• Heated Swimming Pool
• Tennis Court With Pavillion
• Wrought Iron Railed Paddock Of Approximately 3 Acres

• In All Extending To Approximately 5 Acres

LOCATION
Goring-on-Thames lies serenely in the beautiful Thames Valley set between the Chiltern Hills in Oxfordshire and the Berkshire Downlands opposite above the village of Streatley, the area known geographically as the ‘Goring Gap’ and designated an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’.

In 2010 Goring was awarded the prestigious ‘Oxfordshire Village of the Year’ and also the coveted ‘South of England’ title. Local amenities include a super primary school, an excellent range of interesting shops and restaurants, together with a riverside café, boutique hotel, two olde worlde inns, health centre, veterinary practice, dentist and library. Importantly, a mainline railway station provides fast commuter services to London (Paddington) in well under the hour. The area is also extremely well served by an excellent range of state and private schooling. 

The central village ‘Conservation Area’ has a wealth of architecturally interesting properties, many listed and dating from around the 16th Century. Historically, Goring-on-Thames traces back to Saxon times.

In addition to having well revered and outstanding local state primary and secondary schooling, including a primary school within Goring-on-Thames itself, the area is also extremely well served by an excellent range of private schooling, of particular note; Cranford House School, The Oratory Preparatory School, Moulsford Preparatory School, St Andrews Preparatory School, The Oratory School, Pangbourne College, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Downe House, Rupert House School, Shiplake College, The Abbey School, Bradfield College, The Manor Preparatory School, Abingdon School, Abingdon Preparatory School, Radley College, and St Helen & St Katharine.

Streatley-on-Thames, on the Berkshire side of the river, is another picturesque village surrounded by hills and woodlands now mainly owned by the National Trust. Fronting onto the river by the bridge crossing over to Goring is the Swan at Streatley, a luxury 4 star riverside hotel with adjoining Coppa Club and leisure and fitness facilities.

Crossrail (Elizabeth Line) services have commenced from Reading, with the full service scheduled to commence in 2022, which together with the completed electrification of the line has significantly improved travelling times to East and West destinations.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Idyllically situated in the peaceful heart of this quintessential riverside village, Hartswood enjoys an exceptionally relaxing ambience and outlook, being privately appointed in beautifully mature landscaped riverside gardens and grounds, which extend in total to approximately 5 acres, having approximately 1.5 acres allocated as formal gardens with swimming pool and tennis court, approximately 0.5 acre of riverside gardens to the boathouse, and approximately 3 acres allocated as railed paddock.

Hartswood is a delightfully stunning country residence with origins, it is believed, in the late Victorian era, circa 1890. Beautifully extended and refurbished in more recent years, modern and contemporary luxury living is afforded, blended seamlessly with the charm and character appeal of grand Victorian living, resulting in a simply wonderful and distinguished home.

Internally, most spacious and well-appointed grand part-vaulted accommodation is afforded, extending to approximately 4,800 sq ft, boasting 5 bedroom suites, all with shower rooms or bathrooms, and with dressing rooms, 7 ground floor reception rooms, including a grand vaulted galleried reception hall, and a privately accessed ground floor annexe with en-suite shower room and kitchenette.

Stylishly appointed, displaying a wealth of character, with high quality and attractive fixtures and fittings evident throughout, great light and space is afforded, with traditional French doors and walk-on balconies embracing inside outside living, and truly encapsulating the stunning landscaped gardens and grounds and private surroundings, from which the most awe-inspiring views are afforded.

Externally, great flexibility in use is afforded, with the grounds exceptionally well appointed to embrace each individual element in harmony, whilst retaining an air of exclusivity also, complementing the property as a whole extremely well and adding greatly to the overall appeal, with stunning views to be found throughout, running across The River Thames and beyond to the wooded hillside above Streatley-on-Thames.

The property occupies an advantageous position off a private gravelled lane, which is situated at the end of Manor Road, with wide and tall electrically operated timber gates opening on to a long winding driveway which privately meanders down to the main gravelled courtyard driveway and garaging, flanked by extensive planting. A further private driveway with electrically operated gates leads down to the boathouse and riverside gardens also, providing added privacy from the main residence, if desired.

Mainly laid to lawn, a wealth of mature trees, shrubs, hedging, and planted borders provide a simply stunning vista from the main home and each part of the grounds, duly enhanced by architectural elements offered from both the landscape and building, providing a most private and tranquil place to spend time, which encourages inside outside living, perfect for ‘Al Fresco’ dining, and most engaging outdoor pursuits, in addition to swimming and tennis, which is provided privately from the modern heated swimming pool and tennis court in situ at Hartswood.

The boathouse, also believed to have been built in the late Victorian era, is an absolute delight, and most unique for the area, having an electrically gated wet-dock directly off The River Thames, and a balconied studio apartment over. Quite spacious, the building as a whole extends to approximately 1,054 sq ft, split fairly evenly between living accommodation and the wet-dock. The studio apartment is afforded simply awe-inspiring views across The River Thames from a most spacious balcony, which opens directly out from the open plan living room, which has a delightful fireplace, and off here, both a kitchenette and cloak room.

Planning permission was granted in 2022 to enlarge the main residence by approximately 1,000 sq ft, should one wish to do so, or explore alternative possibilities.

One of the finest homes in the area, and most rare to the market, stunning and unique in situ, a simply wonderful opportunity afforded, with an inspired lifestyle to be enjoyed, with viewing highly recommended.

(The main residence is available for purchase separately from the boathouse, by agreement, if so desired.)

GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains water and electricity are connected. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage.
 
Postcode: RG8 9EN

Main House Energy Efficiency Rating: TBC
Boathouse Energy Efficiency Rating: TBC

Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council - Telephone:

SALE CONDITIONS
“Being sold using the Committed Buyer process. Committed Buyer is a new, innovative and pioneering process for buying and selling property. It significantly reduces the risk of gazumping or double-selling by offering security to both parties by gaining a commitment from both parties to buy and sell. This property is offered for sale using the Committed Buyer process. When an offer is accepted, the buyer will be required to pay a non-refundable reservation fee of £50,000 plus VAT (in addition to the final negotiated selling price), £295 plus VAT for the legal sale pack, sign the Reservation Form and agree the Terms and Conditions prior to solicitors being instructed. If you require a copy of these documents, or for further information, please contact the committed buyer team at GOTO Group. This will secure the transaction and the property will be taken off the market.”

Joe Worsell
Associate Director

DIRECTIONS

From our offices in the centre of Goring-on-Thames turn left and proceed down the High Street and left again into Manor Road opposite the Miller of Mansfield. Follow the road round to left by the John Barleycorn and then continue immediately across into the continuation of Manor Road. At the end of Manor Road, take the last right lane which runs down to Hartswood, accessed through private electrically controlled timber gates.

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co.

DISCLAIMER
The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services so cannot verify that they are in working order.  If required, the client is advised to obtain verification.  These particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Warmingham & Co. Whilst all due care is taken in the preparation of these particulars, no responsibility for their accuracy is accepted, nor do they form part of any offer or contract. Intending clients must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy prior to signing a contract.