A quintessential Grade II listed detached cottage, set in delightful cottage style south facing gardens of around 1/4 acre.

The cottage features a wealth of original, character features including a large
inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove, and exposed beams.
Pilgrim Cottage was once home to the journalist and best selling author Cecil Roberts from the 1930's until the early 1950's. From here he wrote several books including Pilgrim Cottage, Gone Rustic, Gone Rambling and Gone Afield which were based on his walks from Pilgrim Cottage.
The entrance door opens into a porchway with a terracotta tiled floor and timber benches. A glazed door opens directly into an impressive dining hall featuring a beamed ceiling and a substantial brick
inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. Stairs rise to the first floor. Off the dining hall is a
recently refitted cloakroom. The sitting room, study and kitchen are approached from the dining hall, making a smooth and natural flow on the ground floor. The dual aspect kitchen benefits from a wide range of painted units, a Belfast sink, integrated oven and hob. Steps down lead to a lovely breakfast room with beamed walls overlooking the garden. The dual aspect sitting room features a woodburning stove, an exposed brick wall and French doors out to the garden. A pretty study completes the ground floor.


Upstairs a spacious landing benefits from a storage and linen cupboard, 3 characterful bedrooms with eaves fitted storage cupboards and a spacious bathroom.

Exterior
The delightful south facing gardens of approximately 1/4 acre wrap around the cottage, and have been loving nurtured for many years to create a charming English country garden. Large lawned areas are bordered by mature trees, shrubs, roses, lavender and traditional plants to create a secluded oasis. A brick paved patio leads to a laundry area with a garden room. There is also access to the large garage and a brick built potting/log shed

Situation
Pilgrim Cottage occupies a secluded position in Lower Assendon, a small, favoured hamlet on the outskirts of Henley-on-Thames.
The surrounding countryside offers a host of
opportunities for walking, riding and cycling. The hamlet is home to the well renowned Golden ball pub/restaurant and the market town of
Henley-on-Thames is situated less than 2 miles away offering a wide range of independent and national retailers, The Kenton Theatre, Regal Cinema and River & Rowing Museum.

Directions
From our offices in Bell Street continue over 2 mini roundabouts into Northfield End. Continue for 1 mile, bear right signposted The Assendons. After a short distance bear left into Old Bix Road where the property can be found on the right hand side.
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To book an appointment to view this property please phone the Henley-on-Thames Sales branch and quote ID: 90983.