An existing property (recently occupied) with planning permission for a substantial country house of over 5,200 sq. ft. , set in the most incredible location beneath the iconic Combe Gibbett, between North End and East Woodhay, with excellent access to Newbury.
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Long Meadow represents a very exciting opportunity. Set in an enviable rural location between North End and East Woodhay, at the foot of the North Hampshire Downs and about 6 miles from Newbury. The existing property amounts to over 3,200 sq. ft and was rented until recently. It has large reception rooms and three bedrooms, including a bedroom suite on the ground floor.
However, there is planning consent to replace the property with an impressive looking country house over approximately 5,000 sq. ft. The design includes a large, open plan style kitchen, impressive reception rooms and five bedrooms over two floors, as well as internal garaging, separate garaging, stores and a cellar. Planning application - 23/01664/FUL
ABOUT THIS AREA
North End and East Woodhay are small villages in the North Hampshire, about 6 miles to the south-west of Newbury, close to the village of Highclere. There are some good local pubs, as well as a church and a C of E primary school nearby. Malverleys Farm, a well-regarded restaurant and coffee shop is within easy reach. The walking and riding in the area is simply superb, with the popular Combe Gibbett landmark being within sight.
With its large open market square and numerous pubs, the bustling market town of Newbury is suffused in history. But what you might not know is that contemporary Newbury is home to a fresh and energetic vibe, stoked by some great independent shopping, a sparkling array of nearby dining options and a thriving café culture. If that wasn’t enough, its locality to outstanding schools, great leisure facilities and abundant footpaths, mean the town is fast becoming West Berkshire’s most sought after small town.
Andover lies 13 miles away, situated on the River Anton which is a major source of the Test. It has excellent communications with a main line station to Waterloo as well as road access via the A303 and M3.
There are a number of excellent state and independent schools in the area and road communications, via the A34, are fantastic.