6 bedrooms House in The Coach House, Woolton Hill, Newbury RG20
Set amongst beautifully maintained, mature gardens in a third of an acre plot, and approached via a tree-lined private lane, this house combines architectural significance with warm, practical living spaces designed for family life. Behind the striking patterned brick and flint elevations lies a home full of volume, light and personality where high ceilings, original features and carefully proportioned rooms create a sense of quiet and homely grandeur without feeling overly formal. Tile Barn is Woolton Hill's most coveted private lane, in the centre of the village. With mature trees and a mix of architectural styles, there is a lovely community feeling here. It is quiet (apart from birdsong), yet close to all the amenities this great village has to offer. For those seeking a country house with soul, privacy and genuine architectural pedigree, The Coach House is something truly rare. When you imagine days gone by with coaches pulled by horses, there is something wonderfully cinematic about arriving in Tile Barn. The private lane winds gently through mature trees before revealing a collection of distinguished homes hidden quietly within. The Coach House immediately stands apart. A detached residence with the Gothic-revival features - the archway for the coaches, patterned brick and flint details on the walls, curved tiles on the high roof and beautifully detailed elevations speak of Sir George Gilbert Scott's unmistakable hand. Originally built as the coach house and stables to Tile Barn House, the architecture was designed not simply to serve a function, but to complement the grandeur of the wider estate and that attention to detail remains evident today. Despite its significance, the house feels welcoming rather than imposing. Gravel crunches beneath your tyres, mature planting softens the approach and the gardens wrap naturally around the house, creating privacy and calm from every angle. Step through the front door and the character of the house reveals itself immediately. The entrance hall feels warm and inviting, with natural light, practical storage and period detailing setting the tone for the accommodation beyond. The dining room is one of the home's standout spaces. High ceilings, elegant proportions and soft muted tones create a room equally suited to large family gatherings or intimate candlelit dinners. There is a quiet sense of occasion here the kind of room that naturally draws people together. Beyond, the orangery offers a wonderful contrast light-filled and relaxed, with views across the gardens and seamless access outside. Whether used for morning coffee, evening drinks or simply somewhere peaceful to sit with a book, it becomes an extension of the garden for much of the year. A useful cellar below provides excellent additional storage and could serve equally well as a wine store. The principal reception room sits inside the original coach arch itself an architectural feature that gives the room symmetry, scale and character. Large windows flood the space with natural light, while the fireplace and open Jetmaster fire create warmth and atmosphere during the winter months. This room feels comfortable and deeply liveable; a space equally suited to quiet evenings or larger gatherings with friends and family. Like many family homes, daily life at The Coach House naturally centres around the kitchen. Filled with natural morning light, the kitchen combines practicality with charm. There is ample room for cooking and relaxed family breakfasts, while glimpses of the gardens keep the room connected to the outside. Adjacent sits a more informal family room with vaulted ceiling and mullioned window a relaxed space for films, reading, games or simply escaping the pace of busier parts of the house. Together, these rooms create a wonderfully sociable heart to the home. One of the most interesting aspects of The Coach House is the flexibility of its accommodation. The current owners acquired the attached single story ancillary building known as The Pumping House (although it is thought this additional was more to do with electrical installations for the main house) and this was thoughtfully incorporated into the main home. Today, this additional space provides a series of highly adaptable rooms currently arranged as two bedrooms, a bathroom, utility room and a potting shed.
4 Bedrooms : Bedroom 5/Study : Bedroom 6/Study : 2 Bathrooms : En Suite Shower Room : Guest WC : Reception Room : Dining Room : Kitchen/Breakfast Room : Orangery : Family Room : Laundry Room : Pantry : Cellar : Garden : Garage/Workshop : Driveway
Offers in Region of £1,500,000 Subject To Contract