Property Details

Manor Road, Wantage£1,200,000

On MarketGreen & Co Sales - 01235 76356200003473

Willscot is a charming, purpose-built home constructed in 1953, blending traditional design and materials. Originally built for Dr. John Hawkey as both a residence and a general practice consulting room, the property has remained in the family all these years and is now owned by his daughter. In 2017-18, the house underwent thoughtful modernisation, including a redesigned and refitted kitchen and the addition of an extra bathroom on the first floor. A separate, brick-built double garage and workshop provide ample storage, and there is extensive parking on the gravelled in-out driveway. Set in a peaceful, secluded location, Willscot boasts uninterrupted views of the Downs and the Ridgeway. The expansive south-facing gardens, featuring mature shrubs and trees, extend to the front and rear of the property. Beyond the gardens, a grass paddock, a wildflower meadow, and a picturesque chalk stream, feeding into the Letcombe Brook. Altogether, the grounds extend to over 1.5 acres (0.62 hectares), creating a haven of natural beauty and tranquillity. Access from Manor Road is via a private lane shared with two homes - Folly Close and Little Orchard, along with the Football Club. With wonderful accommodation including five reception rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, Willscot offers a unique blend of history, modern comfort, and natural beauty, making it a truly special home.

Location
Once a winner of the Great British High Street award and recognised by The Sunday Times as an often-overlooked gem of Oxfordshire destined to become a thriving hub, Wantage is ideally located in the Vale of the White Horse. The town offers excellent transport links, with the A338 providing easy access to the A34, M40, M4, and rail services from Oxford, Didcot, and Swindon. A picturesque Market Town with deep historical roots dating back to the time of Alfred the Great, Wantage boasts a vibrant mix of high street and independent retailers, along with a wealth of bars, restaurants, and cafes that contribute to its thriving community atmosphere. King Alfred's Academy provides secondary education and is part of the Vale Academy Trust, collaborating with local primary schools, including Charlton, Wantage CofE, and the outstanding Stockham Primary School and Wantage Primary Academy. With easy access to the stunning surrounding countryside, including the ancient Ridgeway and White Horse Hill, Wantage offers the perfect blend of semi-urban living and rural beauty. There is a superb range of schools in the area, including St Hugh's, Pinewood, Cothill, and Radley; The Dragon, Summerfields Headington and Magdalen College School in Oxford, Abingdon School together with St Helen's and St Katharine's in Abingdon.
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Tenure
Freehold.
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Utilities
All mains services are connected with the exception of foul drainage which is to a private septic tank located beneath the eastern entrance driveway and the front garden.
Heating Type
Gas fired central heating to radiators.
EER
D.
Council Tax Band
G.

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