READING was recently named the most desirable place in the UK for first time buyers.
Whether you agree with that view in the Sunday Times or not, it's hard to deny there are lots of new houses and flats popping up across the town.
But as well as fist time buyers trying to get a foot on the ladder, there are some truly beautiful mansions out there at the upper end of the market.
Whether you're in the market for a super pad, or just dreaming of what to spend your lottery winnings on, here are four of the best listed for sale recently.
1.
The Street, Mortimer, Berkshire, RG7
£1,395,000
Guide price
Bedrooms: 6
On sale through David Cliff Estate Agents
What the agent says:
Monktons is a six bedroom detached house of grandeur and splendid character dating back to around 1910.
Located in an enviable position midway between the centre of the highly sought after village of Mortimer and the station with connections to Reading and London beyond, the house has views over open fields.
The entire layout is thoroughly resplendent with no expense spared in the renovations that have taken place.
That said, many of the original features have been retained to include the incredible original tiled reception hall, open fireplaces and servants bell box. There is a true feeling of space and light here in all rooms, enhanced by the high ceilings, bay windows and over-sized sash windows that were typical of that era. The overall floor plan is substantial with a total area of .4290 sq. ft. set out over three floors with each room enjoying wonderful views.
2.
Dellwood Park, Caversham Heights
£1,425,000
Guide price
Bedrooms: 6
Currently sold STC
Listed through Bridges
What the agent says:
This magnificent six bedroomed detached house is situated in a much sought after and admired setting in the heart of Caversham Heights and within striking distance of both Caversham and Reading centres, Reading mainline railway station and is in the catchment for the outstanding Caversham Primary School.
The property was constructed by house builder of repute TA Fisher to a high and exacting standard and offers substantial and versatile accommodation over three levels including a stunning master bedroom suite.
Further particular features include a grand entrance hall with a sweeping staircase rising to the first floor, a generously proportioned dual aspect living room and a beautifully appointed kitchen/breakfast room.
The property is entered via wrought iron automatic gates and leads to a driveway affording parking for several cars and a triple garage. The rear garden is a super feature of the property approaching 70ft in depth, enjoying a high degree of privacy and a sunny, southerly aspect.
3.
Wyfold Road, Gallowstree Common, RG4
£1,350,000
Guide price
Bedrooms: 4
Listed through Davis Tate
What the agent says:
A beautifully renovated Victorian farmhouse with two acres of garden and paddock Common Farm is a charming farmhouse originally built in 1884.
The current owners have lavished attention on the property and it is now immaculately presented yet still retains period features, including high ceilings and open fireplaces.
The recently extended kitchen/breakfast room is ideal for family entertaining and the three reception rooms are light and bright and full of character.
The bedrooms are arranged over two floors with lovely views across fields.
The gardens lead onto the fenced paddock and have been planted with woodland and fruit trees.
4.
Charvil Lane, Sonning, Reading, RG4
£2,250,000
Guide price
Bedrooms: 5
Listed through Haslams
What the agent says:
Uppfield is a delightful, private family home built and designed for the current owners within approximately 1.2 acres with a natural spring running through the grounds.
Built in 2008, featuring generous proportioned rooms with attractive garden views and oak timbered elevations with part-vaulted ceilings and exposed oak beams, all finished to an exceptional high specification.
The impressive reception hall has feature windows overlooking the gardens opening to a large kitchen-breakfast room with doors leading to the sitting and dining rooms, family room and study.
The master bedroom with ensuite features a cruck frame and enjoys views over the gardens while the guest bedroom has an ensuite with a further three bedrooms incorporating one with a mezzanine floor.
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