The childhood home of renowned novelist George Orwell is up for sale in the picturesque village of Lower Shiplake, Henley-on-Thames.

If you’re looking for a property with a touch of literary history, this charming three-bedroom house in Henley-on-Thames could be just what you’re looking for. Once the childhood home of renowned novelist George Orwell, the property is full of character and boasts many original features, including leaded windows, high ceilings, and cornicing.

As you enter the property, you are greeted by an oak-paneled hall, which leads to a large inner hallway with doors to the reception rooms, kitchen, and stairs to the first floor. The spacious double-aspect sitting room features a bay window overlooking the garden, an attractive marble fireplace, and oak parquet flooring, which continues through the hallway. There is also a ground floor room with French doors onto the garden, which could serve as a fourth bedroom, a TV/family room, or a study.

The property’s spacious kitchen/dining room is fully fitted with a range of integrated appliances, including an oven, dishwasher, and fridge/freezer, and has double doors leading out to the garden terrace. From the kitchen, there is also a utility room with a larder and access to the garden room/greenhouse, which requires maintenance.

Upstairs, there are three double-bedroom suites, all of which have wooden flooring. The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes, an en suite bathroom, and a dressing room, while bedroom two has an en suite bathroom. Bedroom three, which has French doors leading out to two balconies, offers an en suite bathroom and an additional room, which may also be used as a spare bedroom or dressing room.

The property sits on a generous plot, which is approached through timber electric gates onto a block-paved driveway providing parking for numerous vehicles. A paved path leads to the front door and continues to the delightful rear garden, which has a high laurel and conifer hedging boundary. A paved terrace to the rear of the property has steps down to the lawn, which is bordered by a mixture of flowerbeds filled with mature shrubs, plants, and hedging.

The property owners had acquired planning permission for a garage, which has now lapsed. However, the property still offers ample parking for several vehicles.

Located in the peaceful village of Lower Shiplake, Rose Lawn offers easy access to Henley-on-Thames and its wide range of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. With its charming character, beautiful surroundings, and literary history, this property is a truly unique opportunity not to be missed.

George Orwell’s home is currently on the market with Knight Frank for £1,395,000