The Old Bakery

About this property

Located in the charming village of Great Shefford, this beautifully restored five-bedroom detached cottage seamlessly blends historical charm with modern comforts. Great Shefford is a quaint village bursting with history, with settlers dating back to around 400 AD. Shefford Woodlands (2.1 miles) or Combe Gibbert (10.5 miles) both make for ideal country walks. The village of Lambourn (4.5 miles) is in the Valley of the Racehorse, with over 30 training establishments and a wealth of village events year-round. Further afield, the likes of Stonehenge, Reading, Newbury, and Ascot Racecourse are within a 40-mile radius.

Inside this delightful retreat, you will find three reception rooms. The snug, complete with a cosy wood burning stove, and the lounge both feature Smart TVs with Sky. The lounge also offers a PlayStation 3 for additional entertainment. The dining room, boasting a wood-burning stove, provides the perfect setting for meals with loved ones. The well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar gives access to the garden and is an ideal room to socialise and ensures culinary delights. The utility room provides a practical space for pets, ensuring your four-legged friends are well accommodated. Complementing the ground floor is a shower room with an enclosed shower and WC. Head upstairs to find five spacious bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and en-suite shower room, the second with a luxurious emperor bed, the third offers a king-size bed, and bedroom four and five each have double beds. The family bathroom includes an impressive free standing bath tub, an enclosed shower, and a WC.

Outside, the property offers an expansive wrap-around garden with a peaceful brook running through it, creating a tranquil backdrop for outdoor relaxation. There is seating for ten, a dining table, and a gas fire, all of which ensure alfresco dining is a breeze. This property provides a great holiday for friends and family alike.

5 bedrooms – 1 emperor, 2 king-size, 2 doubles

3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with free standing bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en-suite with enclosed shower and WC, 1 downstairs shower room with enclosed shower and WC

AGA Oven, Coffee machine, dishwasher, American fridge/freezer

Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer

Wood burning stove in the lounge and snug (first basket of logs supplied)

Smart TV's in the snug and lounge with Sky and PS3 gaming

Enclosed rear garden mostly laid to lawn with patio area, dining table, gas fire with outside armchair and sofa

Off road parking for 3 cars

Pub within 1.5 miles, Shop within 0.5 miles

Please note, dogs are to be kept downstairs

CCTV in operation 24 hours a day covering the front of the property

Ring doorbell in use at property

Please note: there is a stream running through the garden which is not fenced

Accommodation

5 bedrooms – 1 emperor, 2 king-size, 2 doubles

3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with free-standing bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en-suite with enclosed shower and WC, 1 downstairs shower room with enclosed shower and WC

AGA-style range, deluxe Italian bean to cup coffee system, dishwasher, American fridge/freezer, air fryer, microwave with air fryer combo

Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer

Wood burning stove in the lounge and snug (first basket of logs supplied)

Smart TV's in the snug and lounge with Sky and PS3 gaming

Enclosed rear garden mostly laid to lawn with patio area, dining table, gas fire with outside armchair and sofa

Private off-road parking for 3 cars

Village shop 50 metres from the Old Bakery, pub 1.5 miles, fuel station 100 meters from house

6 miles from Ridgeway with its excellent walks

Please note, dogs are not permitted on the first floor

cctv in operation 24 hours a day covering the front of the property

Ring doorbell in use at property

Please note: there is a stream running through the garden which is not fenced