Winterbourne, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20

Owl Barn forms part of a converted Grade II listed barn, set in approximately 1.4 acres of gardens and grounds, and the property offers spacious, light and airy accommodation perfectly combining modern design and smart wooden flooring with the rustic features of exposed timbers and brickwork throughout. There is a wonderful sitting room with a vaulted ceiling, which is filled with natural light from floor to ceiling windows which were formerly the cart entrance doors of the original barn. Attractive exposed beams add to the character of the sitting room and there is a large brick fireplace with wood-burning stove, creating a comfortable entertaining space with views over the terrace and gardens to the fields beyond. The adjoining kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with smart white units, topped with stone work surfaces, and there is plenty of space for a large dining table. A staircase leads up from the kitchen to a bedroom with en suite shower room. There are two further bedrooms on the ground floor, one with an en suite shower room, and a well-appointed family bathroom. A second stairway, with a glass railing, leads up to a galleried sitting room/bedroom with an adjoining shower room.

Owl Barn is set within the mature environment of a delightful Grade II listed Manor House and the village church, a 1/4 of mile from Winterbourne, a delightful village located within the North Wessex Downs AONB surrounded by miles of open countryside, with numerous footpaths/bridleways to explore. The nearby lovely tranquil village of Boxford lies near to the River Lambourn, has a church, village hall, tennis club and pre-school. The historic market town of Newbury offers a comprehensive range of amenities including high-end shops and independent boutiques, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s and M & S, numerous wine bars and restaurants, a cinema and a theatre. There is also the famous Watermill Theatre in Bagnor 1 1/2 miles from Winterbourne. Close by there are also the Michelin starred restaurants, The Woodspeen, The Vineyard and newly opened, The Retreat at Elcot Park with restaurants and spa club. Sporting amenities in the area include fishing. on the Kennet & Avon canal, golf at Chaddleworth, Newbury, Donnington and Marlborough and horse racing at Newbury.

To the front of the property there is a large gravel driveway with plenty of parking. The garden to the rear is laid mainly to lawn, and has a paved terrace area, which is accessed via the French doors from the sitting room. The terrace is bordered with flower beds on either side, providing an attractive setting for dining and sitting outside, from where one can enjoy the far reaching rural views.