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" A refurbished thatched cottage formed from the conversion of a grade II listed former public house providing family accommodation in the centre of the village

Flag Cottage
33 Brook Street
Benson
Oxfordshire
OX10 6LQ TENURE : FREEHOLD Description: This grade II listed cottage is thought to date from the 17th century and originally formed part of the Lamb & Flag public house. In 2007 the property was comprehensively refurbished and extended along with its attached neighbour. This cottage combines the charm and character of the original building with the light and space of the contemporary extension. Amongst the features there are exposed roof and wall timbers, a part vaulted reception room and a substantial large modern fitted kitchen/breakfast room. There is offstreet parking and a garden to the rear. Location: Benson is an attractive village on the Thames, located some three miles north east of Wallingford. The original settlement can be traced back to a Saxon manor. From the 17th century onwards the village prospered as a coaching stop, being located on the important London to Oxford road. Benson has an excellent Primary school and preschool along with crche facilities and a holiday club for children of all ages. There are good local shops in the village and, of course, the amenities of Wallingford and the Thames are close by. The accommodation is arranged as follows:
(All measurements are approximate) GROUND FLOOR Entrance: Front door to: Reception/Dining Hall: 4.66m x 4.14m Having an exposed brick and stone faced wall and part vaulted ceiling with roof light. Recessed halogen downlights. Storage cupboard. Stairs rise to the first floor. Latch door to: Sitting Room: 4.66m x 3.78m A wellproportioned room with a fulllength glazed section to one wall. Rear shuttered window. Step up to: Kitchen/Breakfast Room: 4.66m x 3.80m A substantial openplan kitchen with double aspect and ample dining area. Comprehensively fitted with cream coloured lacquer faced cabinets comprising cupboards and drawers with granite effect worktops. Inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer. Integral four ring hob with extractor hood over and electric oven and grill below. Integral dishwasher and washing machine. Space and point for refrigerator/freezer. Cupboard containing wall mounted gas fired combination boiler. Recessed halogen downlights. Side door to the driveway. FIRST FLOOR Galleried Landing: Exposed roof timbers. Eaves storage cupboard. Velux roof light. Door to: Bedroom 1: 3.87m x 3.65m Having a vaulted ceiling with recessed halogen downlights. There are exposed roof timbers and an eaves storage cupboard. Opening to: Dressing Area: Recess to both flanks for wardrobe cupboards. Door to: En Suite Shower Room: Tiled shower stand to recess with adjustable shower head and glazed screen. Low flush WC and pedestal washbasin with splashback. Heated towel rack, wall light and shaving point. Bedroom 2: 4.66m x 3.27m A large double room with exposed roof timbers and vaulted ceiling. Opening to: Shower Room: Tiled shower stand with adjustable shower head and glazed screens. Pedestal washbasin and low flush WC with concealed cistern. Heated towel rack and recessed halogen downlights. OUTSIDE A tarmac driveway provides access to an offroad parking area. The garden lies beyond. Garden: A small lawned garden lies beyond the parking area. Services: Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity. Local Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council. Council Offices, Crowmarsh, Wallingford OX10 8HQ. Tel: 01491 823 000 Viewing: Strictly by prior appointment with the LETTING AGENTS Robinson Sherston (Watlington). Telephone: 01491 614000. Directions: From junction 6 of the M.40 proceed to Watlington. Leave Watlington on the B4009 towards Benson and Wallingford. Pass through the village of Britwell Salome and proceed on for about another 3 miles to Benson. On entering Benson take the left hand turning into Blacklands Road and follow it to the junction with Brook Street. Turn right towards the village centre and the cottage will be found a short distance on your right. "