Reading, إنكلترا, RG8

9 thames bankgoring on thames – south oxfordshire*Pangbourne on Thames – 5 miles *Wallingford – 6 miles *Henley on Thames – 13 miles*Reading – 10 miles *Oxford – 19 miles *Newbury – 13 miles*M4 at Theale (J12) – 10 miles *M40 at Lewknor (J6) – 14 milesIn an unrivalled riverside location in the central part of the village with stunning Westerly views over the Thames and protected water meadows opposite with the wooded hillsides above Streatley as a backcloth.A luxury first floor Apartment part of an exclusive development set in 2 acres of beautifully maintained lawned gardens and grounds adjoining the River.• Easy walking distance of the central village shops and amenities• Excellent road and rail communications with mainline station in the village• Exclusive development of superior designed Apartments in prime position at end of quiet tree-lined road• Minimum Age Requirement 55 applies• Spacious Dining Hall• Drawing Room with French doors onto West facing railed Balcony• Fully fitted Kitchen• Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room• 2nd Bedroom• 3rd Bedroom or Study• Bathroom• 24 hour emergency call system with emergency call button• Secure underground Parking with designated space and Storage• Exclusive lawned gardens leading down to the River ThamesLocationThe much prized village of Goring on Thames occupies a stunning location in the Thames Valley set between the Chiltern Hills and Berkshire Downlands as the River flows from Oxford down to Reading, in an area of scenic landscape known geographically as the ‘Goring Gap’ and designated an ‘A.O.N.B.’ In 2009 Goring was awarded the prestigious ‘Oxfordshire Village of the Year’ and also won the coveted best in ‘South of England’ title.The stretch of the River above Cleeve Lock, the longest between locks, is regarded as one of the most beautiful and is forever associated with Kenneth Graham’s immortal book “Wind in the Willows” as well as Jerome K Jerome’s book “Three Men in a Boat” which actually mentions Streatley in its narrative.The village boasts an excellent range of shops and amenities together with Olde Worlde pubs, a highly regarded Bistro/Café, choice of restaurants, a Post Office, Boutique hotel, Doctors and Dental surgeries and importantly a mainline station offering fast services up to London (Paddington). There is also easy access for the major local towns, including Oxford, Reading and Newbury, as well as for the M4 and M40 motorways, and Heathrow.N.B. Crossrail services are scheduled to be commencing from Reading in 2019 which together with the electrifying of the line will significantly improve travelling times to Paddington and central London destinations.Recognised as a thriving community there are a wide range of clubs, societies and special interest groups to suit most people.There is a highly rated Primary school and in the local area are a first class choice of both State and Private schools with bus collections.The central part of Goring is a ‘Conservation Area’ and has a wealth of interesting period properties many Listed being of significant architectural and historical interest.Streatley on Thames, situated on the opposite bank of the river in Berkshire, is another picturesque village surrounded by hills and woodlands now mainly owned by the National Trust. Fronting onto the river by the bridge crossing over to Goring is the luxury 4 star riverside hotel The Swan renowned for its fine cuisine and leisure and fitness facilities.Thames Road is approached off the High Street opposite the Village Hall and just before going over the River Bridge into Streatley High Street. It is a highly regarded residential no-through road, tree lined and comprising a limited number of desirable individual properties many dating from around the turn of the last Century and reflecting the grand architectural style of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras.Property descriptionThamesbank originally comprised a substantial Edwardian village house of distinguished and elegant appearance occupying an enviable position on the River set in mature gardens.In the late 1980’s the property was acquired by Beechcroft, a highly successful development Company specialising in providing retirement homes in the upper end of the market. Cleverly retaining the stable block around an inner courtyard from which were formed individual mews cottages, a new wing was added in a matching period style affording 16 new apartments each having superb views over the river and the scenic wooded hillsides beyond.OutsideThamesbank has an ideal position at the end of a quiet Road whilst being in the heart of the village.An impressive entrance astride tall brick piers opens onto a driveway leading to an outside parking area for residents and guests, with a further drive off leading down to a walled entrance and an integral secure underground parking level with designated bays and storage facilities for each Apartment. At the further end of the parking area is a private lobby area with wide turning staircase up to a ground floor Entrance Lobby located adjacent to the Courtyard entrance and the Apartments.There is over 100 yards river frontage with at one end a refurbished period brick dry Boathouse with tiled roof which together with a limited number of moorings is available for use by the Residents subject to availability and costs.General informationTenureThe mews cottages and apartments all have the benefit of a 999 year lease. There are no ground rents payable but there is an annual charge for communal upkeep of the property and grounds. Currently the quarterly charges are approximately £874 (for 2017) and cover Buildings Insurance, routine maintenance of the property and the grounds, and a secretary who looks after the day to day management of Thamesbank.Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. Heating from Dimplex night storage heating. Domestic hot water from immersion heater.Council Tax: EPostcode: RG8 9AHEnergy Efficiency Rating: D / 69Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council - Telephone: DirectionsFrom our offices in the centre of Goring turn left and proceed down the High Street. Take the next turning right into Thames Road, opposite the village Hall and Thamesbank will be found at the further end of the road on the left hand side.ViewingStrictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co