Faringdon, SN7 8QW

ABOUT THIS HOUSE A substantial village house, Wellingtonia Lodge has over 5,500 sq ft of well-proportioned accommodation. This attractive Grade II listed, seven-bedroom house is mentioned in the National Archives as originally being part of The Buckland Estate, and most recently, has been a heartwarming family home to the current owners for over 30 years. Arranged over three floors above a cellar, highlights include period features that you would expect to see in such a house, such as flagstone flooring, large bay windows, exposed beams and feature fireplaces. The house is conveniently nestled within the heart of this popular Oxfordshire village, overlooking paddock land to the south, and is approached via a long, gated driveway, offering privacy, yet with a real sense of space. ABOUT THIS AREA Buckland, Oxfordshire, is a charming and historic village nestled in the Vale of White Horse, offering an idyllic blend of rural tranquillity and modern convenience. Surrounded by rolling countryside, it’s an idyllic spot with inexhaustible options for lovers of the outdoors, with stunning walks nearby including The Ridgeway National Trail which passes close to the famous chalk white horse itself. The village is perfectly situated for families, with a selection of esteemed independent schools in the area. Notable preparatory schools include St Hugh’s in Faringdon and The Manor Prep in Abingdon, both renowned for their nurturing environments and academic excellence. For secondary education, Abingdon School, St Helen and St Katharine, Cokethorpe and Radley College offer outstanding opportunities, combining strong academic performance with exceptional extracurricular activities. Commuters benefit from excellent transport links, with Didcot Parkway providing direct train services to London Paddington in around 40 minutes. The A420 and A34 offer easy access to Oxford, Swindon, and the M4 corridor. TOWNS & TRAIN STATIONS Faringdon 4.1 miles Bampton 4.8 miles Wantage 9 miles Oxford 17.6 miles Didcot Parkway Station 16.3 miles London Paddington from 37 mins