About this property

A substantial and attractively presented family home with six bedrooms, stabling, a one-bedroom annexe and circa 5 acres of land situated in a rural position three miles from Hungerford

This substantial property of more than 4700 sq ft sits in magnificent countryside, with excellent road and rail communications. The exceptionally private property is of a modern construction, built circa 1983, yet looks much older, with excellent character given by the high vaulted ceilings, exposed timber details, tall arched windows and brick fireplaces inset with wood-burning stoves. The house also has a number of striking architectural details such as feature staircases, while the tall windows afford excellent natural light and beautiful views over the gardens and the surrounding hills. The high ceilings and neutral colour scheme also enhance the feeling of light and space. The house is well configured for multi-generational living and in addition to the main house there is a separate and entirely self-contained garage conversion which is now a sizeable annexe, providing a large living space, kitchen, shower room and mezzanine bedroom. Also of note is the leisure wing, which features an indoor swimming pool with modern fresco, sauna, hot tub and shower with changing facilities.
The main house is designed for entertaining and offers several reception areas, with the ground floor accessed by a welcoming entrance hall leading directly onto a living space, an adjoining dining room and the kitchen and breakfast room. There is also a utility room, useful boot room, w.c. and coat cupboard. There are two good-size double bedrooms on the ground floor, both with built-in storage. The remaining two bedrooms are situated on the first floor, with the principal bedroom having an en suite with bath and shower.

Outside
Gateway House sits nestled into the rolling countryside of the North Wessex Downs AONB, a haven for wildlife and with many footpaths and bridleways providing excellent walking in the local area. From the five acres of well-established grounds there are far-reaching views over the gardens and beyond. The house is approached by a private gravel driveway which leads into the central quadrangle, providing a wealth of off-road parking in addition to the four-car covered car port. The setting feels wonderfully private, and indeed the gardens are very secluded being enclosed by mature hedging and an abundance of tall trees. The grounds include paddocks, stables, formal lawned gardens and terraces and a hard-standing tennis court, with excellent potential for further landscaping.

Situation
The property is situated in a rural area three miles outside of Hungerford, between the villages of Kintbury and Eddington. Kintbury has a good range of facilities including Post Office/store, surgery, church, school and several pubs and sits in a conservation area and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the Kennet and Avon Canal, enjoying beautiful surrounding countryside offering a wealth of footpaths and bridleways. There is a station on the northern outskirts with trains to London Paddington taking approximately one hour. The historic market town of Hungerford provides a wide range of shops and services while the larger centre of Newbury is eight miles to the east and also has a train line to London Paddington. The M4 is to the north and can be accessed at junction 13 or 14. There is a good range of state and private schooling in the area, including St Gabriels, Cheam, Downe House and Marlborough College.

Additional Information
Local Authority: West Berkshire
Council Tax Band: G

Services
The property has mains electricity, a water borehole and LPG gas tanks. Drainage/waste is to a septic tank.

Key information

Council Tax Band: 7

Tenure: Freehold

Energy Performance Certificate