Detached house to rent in Upper Lambourn, Hungerford, West Berkshire RG17

A superb opportunity to rent this excellent country house. Nestled in the Lambourn Valley; one of the largest centres of racehorse training in England. Long and short term options available. Description The house is set in extensive grounds covering 3 acres of land including its own stone circle. The house and its surroundings reflect an ethos of environmentally friendly design and a focus on sustainable products. The property is an embodiment of the owner's interests and creative vision, showcasing the owner's deep-seated passion for the arts, interiors and garden design which is an ongoing process of evolution. Some of the artwork is part of a collection acquired from the Golborne Gallery, which he ran for a number of years exhibiting contemporary English artists. Downstairs there is a large living room, with fireplace/TV and a dining table seating 8 people The farm style kitchen with french windows facing the garden, has seating for 6 people. There are two ovens, a hob, fridge/freezer and a second fridge. There is a garden room, study, fully equipped kitchen and utility/boot room which includes a washing machine, tumble-dryer, a second dishwasher and a second fridge-freezer to the kitchen. Upstairs includes a principle bedroom with an ensuite bathroom (bath and shower), 2 double bedrooms and one twin bedroom. In addition to the ensuite, there are another 3 bathrooms (1 with bath and shower, 2 with shower only) The garden is ecologically designed with organic principles and native plants to increase biodiversity and natural habitats. Outdoor seating also includes seating for 12 as well as a BBQ area Upper Lambourn is a small hamlet set in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the edge of the downs. In close vicinity to a number of local shops including a butcher, supermarket, and a Post Office in the village. For horse racing enthusiasts, it is an hour’s drive from a number of racecourses including Ascot, Bath, Cheltenham, Newbury, Kempton and Windsor. Location Uplands House is situated 9.5 miles from the historic market town of Hungerford with its celebrated antique shops and a train station. Trains go to London Paddington every hour, direct trains are a 50 min journey. The larger towns of Marlborough and Newbury are both only 15 miles away, which offers a wider range of everyday shopping facilities, they both have a Waitrose . Newbury has a train station serving London Paddington with direct trains every hour (50 min journey), Heathrow Airport is just 1 hour’s drive. Marlborough is also only 25 mins away by car. Things to do: The immediate area is well known for its outstanding countryside with an excellent network of bridle paths and footpaths including the famous Ridgeway, which is a 4-mile walk from the house across the Downs. The Uffington Whitehorse and Dragon Hill are within hiking distance. There are a number of excellent pubs in the area offering great food and drinks, including Helen Browning's Royal Oak in Bishopstone. Other nearby attractions and activities include the Avebury Stone Circle, Highclere Castle (where Downton Abbey was filmed), the Watermill Theatre, Ashdown House - a National Trust Property, Barbury Shooting Ground and barging on the Kennet & Avon Canal. Additional Info Additional info Holding Deposit : £ (1 week) Deposit Payable : £ (6 weeks) Minimum Term : 12 months Rent must be paid monthly in advance