High Street, Wallingford

A delightful Grade II listed period cottage, believed to date from the 14th Century with late Georgian features is complimented with a more modern kitchen extension. During the Georgian period it was part of the Globe Pub. Scientific analysis has confirmed that the rafters date back further indicating that it was an open hall for a larger medieval residence. There is a charming south facing garden that is enclosed by a high brick and knapped flint wall. 

This cottage is set in the centre of Wallingford benefiting both from the many amenities of this popular market town and pretty walks along the river.

In terms of accommodation, there are 2 double bedrooms and a bathroom on the 1st floor with access to a large loft (with flooring). Downstairs includes a sitting room with a large fireplace housing a traditional log fire stove. There are stairs to a basement room (old cellar). The kitchen/breakfast room has been extended and opens into the garden. 

Protected access to a carport/garage and parking for two cars is available through a licence can be obtained from the local council. 

Accommodation

Tenure Freehold  Council tax band - D

Protected access for the garage/carport can be  obtained by getting a licence agreement from South Oxfordshire District Council (There is a charge of £1554 for setting up the agreement as well as an annual charge of £400 per annum for access).

The property has gas central heating to radiators.

Entrance Hall enclosed with brick and wall timbers.

Sitting Room: 15’1 x 13’1 A cosy room with a 17th Century beamed ceiling, a doorway dating 1346, wall timbers, bressummer beam fireplace (originally an inglenook) with log stove, twin sash window to the front, wall timbers, 2 radiators. There are stairs up to the first floor landing and a separate set of stairs down to the basement.

Basement Room: 14’6 x 8’11 Beamed ceiling with brick and stone walls. It is easily accessible and lit with down lighters. There is a wood style floor, air vent fan to maintain continued circulation of fresh air. Fitted book shelves.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room: 17’2 x 15’5 (L-shaped) incorporates the original exposed brick with timber framework and a modern extension with a terracotta tiled floor throughout.  Fitted with a range of pine wood storage cupboards, wood and vinyl worktops, Belfast sink, gas cooker and spaces for appliances. There are 2 radiators, combi gas boiler. The French doors open into the south facing garden.

Stairs to First Floor Landing: 17th Century wall paintings on the landing are present on parts of the timbers and plasterwork.

Bedroom 1: 11’8 x 10’10 Sash window to the front, feature cast iron fireplace, airing cupboard and wardrobe flank the chimneybreast. Radiator. 

Loft: The rafters can be dated back to the 14th Century indicating that it was previously the open hall for a larger medieval residence. Access to large loft area with basic flooring that can provide space for storage.

Bedroom 2: 10’10 x 10’9 Window looking over the garden to the rear, radiator, exposed brick and wall timbers, small fitted shelving area.

Bathroom: Fitted with a white 3-piece suite, tiling, panelled dado, radiator and window.

Outside

Rear Garden: Extending to approx. 55’ it faces due south with views of the iconic St Peter’s Church steeple. Steps from the house lead to an area of paving with established flower and shrub borders, enclosed by brick and a knapped flint wall. There is outdoor lighting along the full length of the garden and in the carport/garage.

A further paved parking area provides a space for a second car to be parked and leads to a carport/ garage at the rear of the property. 

Carport/garage: 17’6 x 8’ Lighting and an electric up/over door. Set at the end of the garden and can be approached from the Thames St. Car Park. Protected access for the garage/carport can be  obtained by getting a licence agreement from South Oxfordshire District Council (There is a charge for setting up the agreement (£1554) as well as an annual charge of £400 per annum for access).