Roke Marsh, Wallingford, OX10

Porthill House is a beautifully restored five-bedroom Edwardian country home, set on the edge of the sought-after Oxfordshire village of Roke Marsh, with outstanding views across rolling countryside and open fields. With gardens and grounds of just over an acre, a separate paddock, stables and a superb turnkey finish throughout, this is a home that offers both immediate comfort and a wonderful sense of country living. The setting is a real strength, with uninterrupted views across farmland from both the house and garden. The house has a striking double-fronted façade. Inside, there is a wonderful combination of period character charm with the ease of a comprehensively renovated modern country home. Originally constructed in the Edwardian era, it retains a wealth of charming features, including generous proportions, high ceilings and large sash windows that draw in plenty of natural light. The property was extended in 2004 and has since been renovated and maintained to a high standard throughout. The front door opens into a welcoming reception hall, setting the tone immediately with flagstone flooring, an open fireplace and a large bay window. From here, the principal reception spaces flow naturally, including a further cosy sitting room centred around a brick-built fireplace with a wood-burning stove and views over the front garden. To the rear, the open-plan kitchen is a particularly impressive space. Light-filled and sociable, it enjoys lovely views over the garden and has been arranged with both day-to-day living and entertaining in mind. The kitchen is fitted with white cabinetry, flagstone flooring and a Smeg oven, with an eight-seater dining table positioned centrally and a separate breakfast bar. Leading from the kitchen is the extended family room, a wonderful double-aspect space with French doors opening directly onto the patio. The ground floor is further complemented by a utility room, a boot room with shower facilities, and a dedicated study. On the first floor there are five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly generous, with a well-appointed en suite bathroom including a bath and separate shower, along with a dressing room to the rear. The spacious landing provides additional options and is currently used as a quiet reading nook, but could easily become a play area or additional office space. Porthill House is approached via a five-bar wooden gate, opening onto a shingled driveway with plentiful parking for multiple vehicles. The front garden is mainly lawn, enclosed by neat box hedging with a shingled path leading to the front door. The rear garden is beautiful. Over an acre in total, the grounds have been beautifully arranged to offer a series of attractive and usable spaces. A patio terrace sits directly off the kitchen, framed by established planting and hedging, with steps leading down to a manicured lawn bordered by mature trees and raised planters. Beyond the lawn is a decked seating area, complete with bar stools and a hot tub, creating an excellent spot for outdoor entertaining. There is also a charming pond, with steps leading back towards the house. At the far end of the garden is a separate paddock, enclosed by secure fencing ideal for equestrian or smallholding use. A range of outbuildings includes a garage, carport, workshop and two stables, all of which benefit from loft storage, offering excellent additional space. Porthill House is positioned on the edge of Roke Marsh, a sought-after Oxfordshire village surrounded by attractive countryside. Local shops and facilities are available in nearby Benson, while the market town of Wallingford is 4 miles distant and provides extensive shopping and recreational amenities. Didcot Parkway station is 7 miles away and provides access to London Paddington from 46 minutes. The M25 and Heathrow Airport are easily accessible via the M4 at Junction 12. Educational facilities in the area are excellent and include Ewelme School, Cranford House Girls School, Moulsford Preparatory School, The Dragon School, Cothill School, Radley College, Bradfield and Pangbourne Public schools. There are golf courses at Goring and Streatley Golf Club and Huntercombe, with riding and walking opportunities available throughout the surrounding countryside.