Location

The village offers a community Post Office/village shop and a church.

The property is well located for Cheam School, being approximately a miles distance, and for other private schools including Elstree, Thorngrove, Bradfield College, Downe House and St Gabriel’s. There are numerous footpaths and bridleways in the area set amongst some glorious countryside.

Communications are excellent by road via the A339 onto the M3 or the A34 onto the M4. Regular train services run from Basingstoke to London Waterloo and from Newbury/Thatcham to London Paddington.

The popular village of Kingsclere, some 3 miles distant, has useful local amenities including doctors surgery, dentist, and public houses. There are a wider range of facilities in both Basingstoke and Newbury.

Description

Longcross House is a distinguished Grade II listed Georgian family home, beautifully positioned on the edge of Headley. Approached via a sweeping gravel driveway, the house sits elegantly within its own grounds, surrounded by mature gardens, a paddock, and a tennis court discreetly located at the rear.

Dating back to the late 18th century, the property showcases timeless period charm, thoughtfully enhanced by sympathetic additions made in the late 20th century. It has been a much-loved family residence since 1973.

The ground floor opens with an impressive reception hall, setting a refined tone for the rest of the home. Three elegant reception rooms offer versatile living spaces, the drawing room is particularly striking, featuring an open fireplace and French doors that lead directly to the formal gardens. The family room provides a cosy retreat, also with an open fireplace and the study offers a quiet space ideal for working. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining room, both enjoying tranquil views across the rear garden.
Practicality is well considered, with a generous boot room offering ample storage, a separate utility room, and a cloakroom completing the ground floor.

Upstairs, the luxurious principal suite comprises a spacious bedroom, a dressing room, and an en suite bathroom. Four further bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom complete the first floor, offering comfortable accommodation for family and guests alike.

Outside, the grounds extend to approximately 2.048 acres. The gardens are beautifully landscaped with mature planting and a paddock beyond. A York stone terrace wraps around the rear and side of the house, creating an idyllic setting for al fresco dining. At the far end of the garden lies a tennis court, alongside characterful brick-built stables now used for storage. There is a detached double garage to the side of the house.

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