This two-bedroom end terrace cottage with patio garden and garage is set in landscaped gardens with views across the Vale of the Whitehorse. The property is located on a purpose built development for the over 55's. Management services are provided by Cognatum Estates, a not for profit organisation and one of the UK's leading companies in retirement housing.The properties of Penstones Court, set in the former farmyard of Penstones Farm, are built from local stone and finished with clay-tile roofs, integrating beautifully with the traditional local architecture. The two and three-bedroom cottages, some with additional features such as sun rooms or conservatories, are arranged around an attractive garden courtyard. The grounds are quite exceptional with a large paddock, a big natural pond, a croquet lawn, a grassed area for golf 'chipping' practice and an allotment area for keen gardeners. The estate offers unbroken views over the Vale of the White Horse.Stanford-in-the-Vale is a lively village that, in medieval days, rivalled nearby Abingdon for its market place, and it remains a thriving community with many active clubs and societies, as well as a hairdresser, post office, newsagent and supermarket all within a few minutes' walk. The Vale of the White Horse takes its name from the Bronze-Age figure carved into the hill above Uffington five miles away. White Horse Hill, now maintained by the National Trust, is a wonderful place to walk with commanding views over six counties. The estate is also only a short drive away from the 670 square miles of beautiful countryside in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.Cognatum Estates Limited maintains, repairs and insures all the buildings, arranges the window cleaning and refuse collection and tends to the gardens and grounds thereby freeing owners and residents from these responsibilities. There is a laundry facility on site and a guest suite provides comfortable accommodation for family and friends. A minibus is available to take residents on regular shopping and other trips. Resident Estate Managers make this an ideal 'Lock Up & Leave' property and are on hand to provide support and help when needed. The cost of providing these services is shared equally between all properties.150 year lease (from 1993), no ground rent and 55+ age covenant.Please Note: Upon resale of the property, Cognatum Estates management company charge £500 plus VAT for the leasehold pack, payable by the vendor.For viewings please contact the Estate Managers / For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/rooms_1_marlborough-lane-d557673/for-sale_i69487139

A two-bedroom cottage with conservatory, patio garden and garage set in landscaped gardens with views across the Vale of the Whitehorse. The property is located on a purpose built development for the over 55's. Management services are provided by Cognatum Estates, a not for profit organisation and one of the UK's leading companies in retirement housing. The properties of Penstones Court, set in the former farmyard of Penstones Farm, are built from local stone and finished with clay-tile roofs, integrating beautifully with the traditional local architecture. The two and three-bedroom cottages, some with additional features such as sun rooms or conservatories, are arranged around an attractive garden courtyard. The grounds are quite exceptional with a large paddock, a big natural pond, a croquet lawn, a grassed area for golf 'chipping' practice and an allotment area for keen gardeners. The estate offers unbroken views over the Vale of the White Horse. Stanford-in-the-Vale is a lively village that, in medieval days, rivalled nearby Abingdon for its market place, and it remains a thriving community with many active clubs and societies, as well as a hairdresser, post office, newsagent and supermarket all within a few minutes' walk. The Vale of the White Horse takes its name from the Bronze-Age figure carved into the hill above Uffington five miles away. White Horse Hill, now maintained by the National Trust, is a wonderful place to walk with commanding views over six counties. The estate is also only a short drive away from the 670 square miles of beautiful countryside in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Cognatum Estates Limited maintains, repairs and insures all the buildings, arranges the window cleaning and refuse collection and tends to the gardens and grounds thereby freeing owners and residents from these responsibilities. There is a laundry facility on site and a guest suite provides comfortable accommodation for family and friends.  A minibus is available to take residents on regular shopping and other trips.  Resident Estate Managers make this an ideal 'Lock Up & Leave' property and are on hand to provide support and help when needed.  The cost of providing these services is shared equally between all properties. 150 year lease (from 1993), no ground rent and 55+ age covenant.  For viewings please contact the Estate Managers /   For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/rooms_1_marlborough-lane-d557673/for-sale_i70233101

Penstones Court is an attractive retirement development in Stanford in the Vale, located on the very edge of the village with far-reaching views over open countryside forming part of the Vale of White Horse. The spacious and well-presented accommodation comprises an entrance hall with cloak/shower room, a large sitting room with electric fireplace, and double doors to the dining room. At the rear of the property is a useful conservatory. The kitchen has been refitted and benefits from a range of wall and floor-mounted fitted units, a breakfast bar and inbuilt fridge, freezer, Neff oven, hob with extractor over, and a dishwasher. A door leads to a useful storage/utility room at the rear of the home. The staircase leads from the hall to the first floor, where there are three double bedrooms, all with either inbuilt wardrobes or storage cupboards. The modern bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower and benefits from underfloor heating. Outside the property enjoys a small, enclosed courtyard garden lying to the rear, which is ideal for seating in the summer months. Residents have the use of the well-tended and attractively landscaped communal gardens, which extend into a paddock. There are allotments for the residents to use along with a pitch 'n' putt area. In addition there is an allocated garage which is situated on block, near the property. The owners have recently replaced the electric heaters, with modern energy-efficient electric radiators. Properties have been designed with wide doors suitable for wheelchairs, a straight staircase, and electrical switches which are waist height. The resident Courtyard Manager ensures a high standard of grounds and building maintenance and offers support and assistance. They or their relief are always on hand to answer emergency calls. There is also a laundry room and guest suite available for visitors. There is an age restriction of 55 years or over or a person who is registered as disabled. This is a Leasehold property with a lease of 150 years from 1993 and an annual service charge payable of £7,452, payable quarterly. Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected.Situated midway between the market towns of Faringdon and Wantage, Stanford in the Vale offers a local supermarket with Post Office, a successful primary school, pre-school, parish church, village hall, public house and independent coffee shop. Stanford in the Vale lies just four miles from the A420, giving easy access to the larger centres of Oxford and Swindon which lead to the M40 and M4 respectively. There is a mainline train service from Didcot Parkway to London (Paddington c. 45 minutes) within 30 minutes' drive. There is also a regular bus service. Beautiful countryside walks are literally on the doorstep of this historic village, with the Downs and famous White Horse of Uffington, the River Thames and the Cotswolds all within easy reach. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/rooms_1_stanford-in-the-vale-d531935/for-sale_i71572669

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this beautiful and substantial character property which is located in the heart of the popular village of Stanford in the Vale on the High Street. The property is walking distance to the local shop, post office, cafe, public house and well regarded primary school. The property offers flexible accommodation across three floors including six bedrooms, three bathrooms, three reception rooms along with private annex, detached bespoke studio/office/gym, driveway, courtyard garden as well as a private and quiet rear garden.This impressive property is bursting with character throughout and the versatile accommodation comprises; Boot Room/utility area, downstairs w/c, stunning open plan kitchen/diner complete with island, velux windows and French doors out to the courtyard garden. Family room with fireplace, spacious double fronted sitting room with wood burner and built-in storage. On the first and second floor there is both a family bathroom and a shower room as well as six spacious and light bedrooms. The master suite benefits from large dressing room with built-in wardrobes and roll-top bath, en-suite shower room as well as a Juliet balcony.The property also boasts further accommodation in the form of a private annex which provides a further spacious bedroom/living area complete with both wood burner and en-suite shower room. Then there is a bespoke detached studio/office/gym with bi-fold doors which look out onto the private garden. There is also a large workshop which is attached to the annex could be further developed or converted.Outside there is a shared graveled driveway leading down the side of the property which leads to private driveway parking for multiple vehicles. The property then benefits from both a courtyard garden as well as a detached private and quiet larger garden which is mainly laid to lawn along with specimen trees and shrubs which provide great privacy. Further storage is also found in the garden including bike shed, potting shed and tool shed.The property is freehold and is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. There is oil fired central heating throughout. This property must be viewed to be fully appreciated.Stanford in the Vale is a popular and thriving Downland village situated in the Vale of the White Horse. Situated midway between the market towns of Wantage (6 miles) and Faringdon (5 miles), easily accessible from the A417, the village has an array of amenities with a pub, church, Co-op convenience store, Post Office, Primary School, Pre-school and village hall. Both Wantage and Faringdon offer a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities. There is a wide selection of both state and private schools within the locality including Radley College, Abingdon School, St Helen & St Katherine and St Hugh's together with well-regarded comprehensive schools at Wantage and Faringdon.By appointment only please. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/rooms_1_stanford-in-the-vale-d531935/for-sale_i70289573

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this stunning and substantial detached barn conversion which is located in a quiet and private spot in the popular and sought after village of Stanford in the Vale. The property is only a short walk to the High Street and amenities including shop, cafe, public house and well regarded primary school. This impressive barn benefits from five spacious and light bedrooms, four reception rooms, four bathrooms, driveway parking, detached double garage and easy to maintain private rear garden.The property is offered to the market chain free, and the accommodation is bursting with character features and comprises; Large entrance hall with bespoke split level staircase, utility room with access to side, downstairs w/c, bespoke fitted kitchen complete with granite worktops, dining area with access to garden, beautiful family room with wood burner and both sky light and bi-fold doors out to the garden, dual aspect sitting room with fireplace, office, gallery landing, five spacious and light bedrooms, three with en-suite bathrooms, and all with built-in wardrobes.Outside there is a block paved driveway and courtyard area to the front which leads up to the detached double garage which benefits from electric doors as well as outside lighting. The rear garden is private easy to maintain. The garden is mainly laid to lawn along with a paved patio area which is perfect for outside dining and entertaining. There is also a summer house which hosts a hot tub.The property is freehold and is connected to mains electricity water and drainage. There is oil fired central heating and double glazed windows throughout. This impressive property must be viewed to be fully appreciated.Stanford in the Vale is a popular and thriving Downland village situated in the Vale of the White Horse. Situated midway between the market towns of Wantage (6 miles) and Faringdon (5 miles), easily accessible from the A417, the village has an array of amenities with a pub, church, Co-op convenience store, Post Office, Primary School, Pre-school and village hall. Both Wantage and Faringdon offer a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities. There is a wide selection of both state and private schools within the locality including Radley College, Abingdon School, St Helen & St Katherine and St Hugh's together with well-regarded comprehensive schools at Wantage and Faringdon.By appointment only please. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/rooms_1_stanford-in-the-vale-d531935/for-sale_i71349334