Nestled in a wonderful edge of village location with truly idyllic views over rolling Oxfordshire countryside towards Wittenham Clumps, is this 2,590 sq ft four bedroom four reception room detached family home designed by renowned architects Anderson Orr. Of leading specification and style with some statement design features, this oak clad house is an exceptional example of a modern country home located on a quiet lane in this highly sought after and quintessential village. Embracing creative use of glass and light, this beautifully presented lifestyle home comprises impressive entrance hall, cloakroom, art room/snug, dining room with bi-fold doors to garden & wood burning stove, family room, lounge with wood burner and glass gable overlooking the garden, kitchen breakfast room with central island, boiler room, and boot room/utility room. An oak and glass staircase leads to the first floor which offers an excellent galleried landing which could be used as a study/lounging area. This landing leads to a fully tiled bathroom and four generous bedrooms; the principal and guest bedrooms both with en-suite shower rooms. There are some wonderful views from the first floor rooms towards The Clumps. The property offers good parking to the front and lovely garden to the rear with well stocked raised beds, woodshed and studio with light and power. Other benefits include air source heat pump which supplies underfloor heating to the ground and first floor. Field Lodge combines the rustic qualities of its rural setting with green oak cladding, and is conveniently located for both riverside and country walks. For the reception space, views, and design to be fully appreciated; the property must be viewed.
Famous for its Abbey and museum, Dorchester is rich in cultural heritage and hosts a popular annual arts festival. There is plenty to do with various groups and societies including cricket, tennis and sailing clubs. Facilities in the village include a primary school, a Catholic church, hairdressers, three pubs (two of them also hotels), a tea room beside the Abbey, a convenience store and the popular Bishop’s Court Farm with its Snug cafe and regular jazz events. The nearby market towns of Wallingford and Abingdon offer a wider range of amenities and shopping. The village is also well known for its access to a wide choice of country or riverside walks.
Dorchester is well connected with convenient transport links to Oxford and Reading. Didcot Parkway mainline railway station is seven miles away with direct trains to London.
The area is also well known for its excellent choice of schools, both state and independent. These include St Birinus C of E Primary in the village, Moulsford Preparatory School, Cranford House, The Oratory Prep, Abingdon Prep, Radley College, Abingdon School and the many highly regarded Oxford schools. Dorchester-on-Thames is also within the catchment area of the Europa international school at nearby Culham.
Some material information to note: Air source heating. Mains water, mains electrics, mains drains. The property has driveway parking. Offcom checker indicates standard to ultrafast broadband is available at this postcode. Offcom checker indicates mobile availability could be compromised with some major providers. The government portal generally highlights this as an unlikely/very low risk postcode for flooding. We are not aware of any planning permissions in place which would negatively affect the property. Details of any covenants or easements are available on request from the estate agent.
