A beautiful restored 16th century cottage in the heart of Henley, blending rich history with modern comfort and a private courtyard garden.
A a beautifully presented Grade II Listed timber-framed home, believed to date back to the 16th Century, and formerly a public house serving the neighbouring Brakspear Brewery Maltings. Rich in character and history, the property blends period charm with modern comfort across a thoughtfully arranged interior.
Accessed via a secure side gate, the property opens into a delightful landscaped courtyard garden, offering a peaceful and private entrance. Inside, a vestibule provides space for coats and shoes, along with a cloakroom, and leads into a welcoming sitting room featuring a cosy fireplace, white-painted beams and a polished oak flooring.
Steps lead down to a formal dining room with bespoke wine storage, and up into a country-style kitchen/breakfast room fitted with handmade units, granite worktops, a claret red electric AGA, Butler's sink, and tiled flooring. A stable door opens to the rear courtyard, where a brick store offers useful additional space.
The first floor offers flexible living accommodation, currently arranged as a study / office, along with a shower room and a bathroom with shower.
The second floor provides three charming bedrooms, one of which includes a W.C and basin, all featuring exposed beams, timber framing, open brickwork, and period fireplaces.
Outside, the courtyard garden enjoys a southerly and westerly aspect, making it a true oasis. Beautifully landscaped with box hedging, water features, and a delightful arbour draped in wisteria and climbing roses, it offers a tranquil setting for outdoor entertaining. Discreet lighting enhances the ambiance in the evenings.
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What I really love about Red Cross Cottage is how it combines historic charm with such a peaceful setting, just a stone's throw from the River Thames, and that private courtyard garden is a real sanctuary.
Charlie ChavasseProperty agent