Chieveley, Newbury, Berkshire

Coombe House is a striking and valuably unlisted detached house in the heart of the popular village of Chieveley. The property is set comfortably back from the High Street offering all the convenience of the village whilst also having a high degree of privacy and seclusion.Coombe House was formerly the rectory for the village and has a stunning Georgian façade. The oldest parts of the house are understood to date back to the 17th century. In keeping with houses of this era the rooms are well proportioned with high ceilings and stunning period detailing throughout. There is a large and welcoming central reception hallway with an attractive fireplace and log burning stove, providing ideal entertaining or alternative dining space, to complement the traditional reception rooms. The elegant drawing room has full-height sash windows overlooking the terrace and garden beyond. There is a fabulous 21' formal dining room conveniently adjoining the kitchen which also has a log burning stove. In addition there is a charming study with large sash windows at the front of the house which could also serve as a cosy sitting room. The layout of the house is flexible and the dining room has sometimes been used as a large informal sitting room, with the reception hallway serving as a dining room. The kitchen and breakfast room has a light and airy feel, with direct access onto the garden entertaining space. The kitchen is fitted with bespoke cabinetry and a 4 oven Aga. There is a separate walk in pantry and laundry room off the kitchen as well as a useful boot room and cloakroom/shower room. On the first floor there are five bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the principal bedroom suite which has stunning views to the rear overlooking the garden. Of particular note is the large 23' guest bedroom with en suite bathroom, which could alternatively be considered as the principal bedroom suite. All the bedrooms on the first floor are comfortable doubles and are arranged conveniently for family living. On the second floor there is a flexible arrangement of three rooms, currently arranged as a bedroom, bathroom and sitting room.

Coombe House is approached via smart wrought iron gates onto a large spacious gravelled driveway which has been imaginatively designed with specimen trees underplanted with lavender hedging and neat geometric box topiary. The approach to Coombe House is an understated yet sophisticated backdrop to the striking Georgian
architecture of the house. To one side is a period brick outbuilding believed to be a former coach house. Planning permission has been granted for conversion of this existing outbuilding to ancillary accommodation. Interested parties are requested to make their own enquiries with the local planning authority. Ref:23/01805/FUL The beautiful garden lies predominantly to the rear of Coombe House and provides an attractive year round view. There is a large formal lawn and smart natural stone terrace which are easily accessed from the kitchen, reception hall and drawing room, creating a fantastic space for entertaining. The garden has been specifically designed for low maintenance, focused around topiary, pleached fruit trees and flowering mixed borders. The current owners added the swimming pool and pool house enhancing the garden’s design and this has created a delightful focal point to the grounds, benefitting from full sun throughout the day. There is also a range of traditional brick outbuildings.

Chieveley is conveniently situated just north of Newbury, surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet with easy, fast access to the A34 and M4. There is a thriving local community and the village has excellent facilities including a shop/post office, pre-school and primary school, doctors' surgery, pharmacy, excellent pub, recreation ground and tennis club. The village sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty providing wonderful walking, riding and cycling opportunities. Nearby Newbury offers an extensive range of facilities catering for most day-to-day needs, and Reading and London can be easily reached either by road, or by a regular, direct train service from Newbury into London Paddington. There is a wide choice of highly regarded schools in the area including Elstree, Horris Hill, Cheam, Brockhurst and Marlston House, St Gabriel's, Downe House, Bradfield College and Marlborough College. Elstree School provides a minibus that collects from the village. Chieveley is also within the catchment area of the highly regarded The Downs School.