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Set within an exceptionally private plot within the village of Shiplake, Woodstock is a detached family home built in the early 2000s with striking exposed timbers and decorative herringbone brick infill. The grand property offers more than 4,300 sq ft of accommodation over three floors with a well-planned layout that’s perfectly configured both for the demands of busy family life as well as entertaining. The formal reception rooms and relaxed living spaces are kept separate, providing a break between the two areas, though the excellent flow of the house makes it easy to join everything together for special occasions. Internally the house is presented to an exacting standard, with premium additions including oak flooring throughout the majority of the ground floor, fully modernised bath and shower rooms and a stunning kitchen/breakfast room with cabinetry by Martin Moore. The latter also incorporates premium appliances including a highly coveted Lacanche range stove with gas hob; a large central island provides a place to gather, while the dining area has lovely views over the garden on two sides. Adjoining the kitchen is a generous sitting room, warmed by a wood-burning stove and the ideal place for relaxed family time.

The formal reception rooms are accessed directly from the inviting entrance hallway, including an L-shaped drawing room with feature fireplace open plan to a dining room – both are accessible via double doors and have French windows opening onto the garden, giving the option to open up the entertaining space to the outdoors in the warmer months. Completing the ground floor is a study, cloakroom and a useful boot room and utility room.

The first-floor accommodation is arranged around a galleried landing, incorporating a principal suite with dressing room including bespoke fitted wardrobes and separate en suite bath/shower room. The remaining three bedrooms are all generously sized, one with an ensuite and the remaining share a family shower room. The second floor has two further bedrooms with eaves storage and a shower room, making it ideal for older children or visiting guests.

The house sits within a sizeable plot just shy of an acre, enclosed by mature trees creating a wonderfully secluded setting. Double gates invite a long, gravel driveway which opens to reveal a large parking area to the front of the house and a detached triple garage. To the side of the garage is a car port and, to the rear, a further utility room. On the first floor there is a useful studio which incorporates a spacious living area, a double bedroom and shower room, providing annexe potential or additional accommodation.

The gardens to the front and rear are attractively landscaped with mature shrubs, ornamental hedging and a variety of established native trees, which offers a stunning green outlook from the house. At the back of the house, a wide terrace has space for alfresco dining, leading to a manicured lawn inset with a pretty pond. In addition there are a number of useful sheds for garden storage.

Situated in a leafy position on a private lane within the village of Shiplake, South Oxfordshire, the property feels semi-rural while being well connected to amenities and transport links.

Woodstock is just 0.6 miles from Shiplake Station, placing it at the very heart of a vibrant community. The village offers excellent amenities including a local shop and Post Office, butcher, bus stop, and the renowned Baskerville Arms pub and restaurant. For a wider choice of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, the riverside town of Henley-on-Thames and the larger centre of Reading are both within easy reach.

Education in the area is well catered for, with a strong selection of schools such as Rupert House, The Oratory, Reading Bluecoat, Shiplake College, and Queen Anne’s School for girls in Caversham.

Transport links are a particular strength. Shiplake Station lies on the Henley Branch Line, with fast morning services to London Paddington in just 40 minutes and regular trains every half hour throughout the day — journey times are consistently under 50 minutes. The Elizabeth Line via Reading provides direct access into the City, while the M4 (J8/9) is within easy reach, connecting to the M25, London, Heathrow Airport, and the West Country.

A dedicated school bus stop is within walking distance, serving both local independent and state schools.

Recreational opportunities abound, with several distinguished golf courses nearby including Badgemore Park, Huntercombe, and Henley Golf Club. The surrounding countryside offers extensive walking and riding routes, while the River Thames provides superb facilities for boating and water pursuits.

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