Wantage, OX12 8PX

ABOUT THIS HOUSE Ardington Wick Farmhouse is a handsome and characterful Grade II Listed house, quietly positioned within the rural landscape of the North Wessex Downs. Dating principally from the mid seventeenth century, the property retains an appealing sense of authenticity, with later additions sitting alongside the earlier fabric of the building. Approached via a quiet no-through lane, the house is nestled within its own private gardens and provide a wonderful sense of seclusion and privacy. The gardens offer a variety of mature planting, established trees and areas of lawn, creating an attractive setting for the house and a number of places from which to enjoy the surroundings. Beyond the gardens, the property has far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Inside, the property offers the scale and proportions associated with a historic farmhouse, combining period character with the potential for comfortable modern family living. The arrangement includes generous reception accommodation, bedrooms and ancillary spaces, with the building retaining a strong connection to its origins. Set within an exceptionally attractive part of Oxfordshire, Ardington Wick Farmhouse enjoys a peaceful rural setting while remaining well placed for the market towns of Wantage and Faringdon, and with excellent access to Oxford, Newbury and the wider Thames Valley. ABOUT THIS AREA Ardington Wick is a peaceful rural hamlet set amidst the rolling countryside of the Vale of White Horse, on the edge of the North Wessex Downs. Surrounded by open farmland, mature hedgerows and gently undulating landscape, it has an appealing sense of seclusion while remaining conveniently connected to the wider region. The nearby village of Ardington is particularly attractive, with a picturesque collection of period houses, cottages and traditional farm buildings centred around the village green. The surrounding countryside provides an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, making the area ideal for walking, riding and enjoying the landscape. The Ridgeway, one of Britain’s oldest roads, passes nearby and offers particularly fine views across the surrounding chalk downs and Vale. The market town of Wantage is within easy reach and provides a good range of everyday amenities, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities. Further afield, Oxford, Newbury and the Thames Valley are accessible by road, while Didcot provides mainline rail services to London Paddington. Combining tranquillity, attractive countryside and excellent communications, Ardington Wick is a highly appealing location for those seeking a traditional rural setting within easy reach of the capital and major regional centres. TOWNS AND CITIES Ardington 1 mile Wantage 3 miles Oxford 15 miles London 70 miles TRAIN STATIONS Didcot Parkway 6 miles (London Paddington from 35 minutes) Oxford Parkway 12 miles (London Paddington from 53 minutes) AIRPORTS Heathrow Airport 47 miles Luton Airport 78 miles Bristol Airport 75 miles Birmingham Airport 78 miles