Eight-year-old house in village near Reading up for sale
An eight-year-old house in a village near Reading has gone on the market.
The four-bedroom detached home is located at the end of a quiet lane in Whitchurch Hill and is being sold for £1.15 million.
The home's internal accommodation is described as "well-thought-out" and "contemporary," designed to meet the demands of modern family life.
The ground floor benefits from underfloor heating and an entrance hall providing access to all ground floor rooms.
Inside the £1.15 million house near Reading (Image: Zoopla) At the front of the house is a family room, complete with a bay window, which could be used as a second living room.
The main living room at the rear of the house offers garden views and access through bifold doors.
Also located at the rear of the house is the kitchen, living, and dining room.
This room, which also has garden views, is described as the "heart of the home" by the estate agent.
Inside the £1.15 million house near Reading (Image: Zoopla) Leading off from the kitchen is a utility room with side access.
The first floor of the property features four double bedrooms and three bathrooms.
The master bedroom has a balcony offering garden views and an ensuite with a double shower and bath.
A staircase from the first-floor landing leads to a large room, currently used as an office, but with potential to be a fifth bedroom.
Outside, the house has a garden with a southeast aspect, laid to patio, lawn, and herbaceous borders.
The garden includes a summer house, currently used as a gym, and a shed providing storage space.
The summer house is currently used as a gym (Image: Zoopla) Side access from the rear of the property leads to the front, which is comprised of a shingled drive enclosed by post and rail fencing, allowing for off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
The property also features a double integral garage.
The estate agent said: "This property represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a modern four/five bedroom house favourably positioned within a highly sought after area."
The property on Bridle Road has two years left on its 10-year NHBC warranty.
Inside the £1.15 million house near Reading (Image: Zoopla) The house's location provides a sense of "peace and quiet" without being isolated, according to the estate agent.
Pangbourne's village centre, River Thames walks, and mainline station to London Paddington are a seven-minute drive away.
The property is also a short drive from Junction 12 of the M4.
The home is surrounded by a network of public footpaths and is a short walk from the Sun pub.
It is within the catchment area of Whitchurch Primary School and Langtree Secondary School, and several private schools are also within reach.
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