Sedge Smith Way, Wantage, OX12 8GL
Listed 14 Oct 2026 · Wantage
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Key features
- Five-bedroom detached family home
- Approx. 1990 sq ft of accommodation
- Spacious kitchen/dining room
- Chain free
- Bi-fold doors to the garden from two rooms
- Separate study and snug
- Two en suites and a family bathroom
- Low-maintenance walled rear garden
- Detached garage and two parking spaces
- Didcot Parkway approx. 9 miles away
About this home
Built by Vistry Homes and known as Winchester House, this attractive detached property offers generous accommodation arranged over two floors, with a versatile layout well suited to family living.
The spacious entrance hall leads to a substantial sitting room with bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden. Alongside is a well-appointed kitchen/dining room, also with bi-fold doors, providing an excellent space for everyday dining and entertaining. The kitchen features quartz worktops and Siemens and Bosch appliances, with a separate utility/cloakroom adding practicality.
At the front of the house, a bay-windowed study provides a dedicated workspace, while a separate snug offers flexibility as an additional sitting room or playroom.
Upstairs are five well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room, with a second en suite serving another bedroom. The remaining rooms are complemented by a family bathroom with a separate bath and shower.
The property features a number of upgrades from new, including bespoke window dressings and curtains. A detached garage and two parking spaces complete the accommodation, which is offered for sale with no onward chain.
Outside
The enclosed walled rear garden features an extensive patio and a low-maintenance lawn area, with side access and bi-fold doors connecting it to both main living spaces. A detached garage and two parking spaces are provided. Local footpaths and the nearby Ridgeway offer wide-open countryside and far-reaching views for walking, running and exploring.
Situation
Wantage's historic town centre offers independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs. Schools include Charlton Primary and King Alfred's Academy, with independent St Hugh's and Abingdon further afield. Oxford is accessible via the A34. Didcot Parkway is approx. 9 miles away, with fast London Paddington trains taking around 40 minutes. Property Ref Number: HAM-67826
Additional Information
Estate Service Charge. £279.55 Jan to Dec 2026. Utilities. All main services are connected. Ofcom. For broadband speeds and mobile coverage, visit
Property details
- Property type
- House
- Size
- 2,178 sq ft / 202 sq m
- Council tax band
- G
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Private garden
Floorplan
Location
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- Didcot Parkway Station7.6 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in OX12 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £340k · detached £515k · terraced £290k · flat £198k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Sedge Smith Way Wantage OX12 8GL | Detached Freehold | 21 Aug 2026 | £430,000 |
| 42 Sedge Smith Way Wantage OX12 8GL | Flat Leasehold | 23 Jan 2026 | £107,500 |
| 25 Sedge Smith Way Wantage OX12 8GL | Terraced Leasehold | 22 Aug 2025 | £165,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in OX12
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Hamptons, Oxford on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 14 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 14/10/2026.
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