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Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village

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Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village


Come and unwind in this quiet rural retreat, in the valley of the River Pang, in West Berkshire, which is in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Very quiet and peaceful location - the only thing you will hear at night is the owls hooting!
Miles of beautiful walks are on the doorstep, and we are also a short drive from the Ridgeway.
Excellent transport links to London/Heathrow airport, and close to the M4/A34 interchange.

A warm welcome awaits you!

(Adults only please and regrettably no pets)

The space:

Spacious and well equipped, the accommodation has one bedroom with an ensuite bathroom (shower and bath). There are blackout blinds in the bedroom.
The kitchen is very well equipped with everything you need to prepare a meal - with crookery and cutlery for 4 people. There is a 4 ring electric hob, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, and coffee machine. There is also a washing machine and dryer.
The combined living area is light and airy with views over the countryside, a comfy leather sofa, and armchair, with a flat screen smart TV and DVD player.
There is super fast broadband, and the wifi connection is excellent.
The accommodation is very warm in the winter, and cool in the summer.

Guest access:

There is secure parking outside the accommodation and you have your own private entrance which is entirely separate from the main house.
There is an external staircase up to the front door, with safety grips on each step for your safety.
We have an enclosed garden, and there is a quiet area with outside seating and a table for you to enjoy the beautiful, shaded outdoor space.
We will aim to be there to welcome you on your arrival, but a key box is also available should that not be possible.
We are just across the garden if you need anything, or have any queries that we can help with.

Other things to note:

Cycle or walk to our local pub, The Pot Kiln.
Or you may prefer the well known - Royal Oak in Yattendon, (Best Dining Pub of the Year 2020/2021) which is less than two miles away.
Or enjoy a fresh craft beer, ale and delicious pizza's or burgers at the Renegade Brewery and Tap Room (formerly West Berkshire Brewery) which is only a mile away.
For delicious homemade breakfast, lunch and teas visit The Pantry in Yattendon, where bookings can be made. There is also a licensed village stores and post office in Yattendon, which is very well stocked with everything you could need, including meat from our local butcher.
There is also hairdresser and beauty salon in the village.
15 minutes drive to the M4/A34 (north/south east/west) interchange, and 7 miles from the market towns of Pangbourne and Newbury.
We are ideally placed for discovering Oxford, Bath, Bristol and Winchester. Heathrow airport is 41 miles away, and Southampton airport is only 35 miles.
Trains from Reading to London take less than 30 minutes, and you can access Reading via train links from either Newbury, Pangbourne, Theale or Thatcham.
There are many attractions in the area, including the Living Rainforest, Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey) and Thames River Cruise Boat Trips. We are within easy reach of Newbury Racecourse, and the Watermill Theatre in Donnington. A little further afield is Stonehenge or Windsor Castle.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Thatcham is home to this apartment. West Berkshire Museum and Watermill Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Highclere Castle and St. Mary's Church (Thatcham). The Living Rainforest and Bucklebury Farm Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Thatcham travel guide
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Hermitage, England

What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs
    North Wessex Downs
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Highclere Castle
    Highclere Castle
    22 min drive - 30.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor
    LEGOLAND® Windsor
    36 min drive - 53.9 km
  • Windsor Castle
    Windsor Castle
    37 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Newbury Racecourse
    14 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Thatcham Station
    15 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hampstead Norreys Community Shop & Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    15 min drive
  • The Fox Inn
    7 min drive
  • Renegade Brewery and Taproom
    4 min drive
  • Berkshire Arms
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village located?

Situated in Thatcham, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Bucklebury Farm Park and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from The Living Rainforest. Downe House School and Bedlam Paintball-Newbury are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional