4 bed semi-detached house for sale

New Street, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9

A beautiful restored 16th century cottage in the heart of Henley, blending rich history with modern comfort and a private courtyard garden.

Description
A a beautifully presented Grade II Listed timber-framed home, believed to date back to the 16th Century, and formerly a public house serving the neighbouring Brakspear Brewery Maltings. Rich in character and history, the property blends period charm with modern comfort across a thoughtfully arranged interior.

Accessed via a secure side gate, the property opens into a delightful landscaped courtyard garden, offering a peaceful and private entrance. Inside, a vestibule provides space for coats and shoes, along with a cloakroom, and leads into a welcoming sitting room featuring a cosy fireplace, white-painted beams and a polished oak flooring.

Steps lead down to a formal dining room with bespoke wine storage, and up into a country-style kitchen/breakfast room fitted with handmade units, granite worktops, a claret red electric aga, Butler’s sink, and tiled flooring. A stable door opens to the rear courtyard, where a brick store offers useful additional space.

The first floor offers flexible living accommodation, currently arranged as a study / office, along with a shower room and a bathroom with shower.

The second floor provides three charming bedrooms, one of which includes a W.C and basin, all featuring exposed beams, timber framing, open brickwork, and period fireplaces.

Outside, the courtyard garden enjoys a southerly and westerly aspect, making it a true oasis. Beautifully landscaped with box hedging, water features, and a delightful arbour draped in wisteria and climbing roses, it offers a tranquil setting for outdoor entertaining. Discreet lighting enhances the ambiance in the evenings.

Location
New Street is located in the center of the historic riverside town of Henley-on-Thames, close to all major amenities including a supermarket, hospital, a fine variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. More comprehensive facilities can be found in nearby Reading and Maidenhead. Henley railway station provides a link to the mainline railway stations in Reading and Twyford with a fast service to London, Paddington (from 25 mins). The M4 J8/9 is approximately 9 miles away providing access to Heathrow and the motorway network. There are schools in the area of excellent repute and a variety of sporting facilities, including a number of local golf courses and boating on the Thames.

Square Footage: 2,001 sq ft



Directions
From our office on Bell Street, head down New Street and Red Cross Cottage, will be found on the left hand side.

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Additional Info
Historical Note: The former Red Cross Inn served ale beside the malthouse yard for nearly 200 years from 1790. It was one of several buildings known as Floyd’s Tenements, whose rents supported the Charity of Richard Dunt, established in 1589 to provide for eight elderly men.