READING was named the most desirable place in the UK for first time buyers, earlier this year.

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. Orchard Road, Hurst, Reading.

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Price: £1,695,000

What the agent says: HASLAMS - Garden House is a delightful family home offering 3198 sq ft of living space within the sought after village of Hurst.

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The individual home features an impressive entrance hall which leads to an open plan kitchen with central island and a 33 family room, featuring a revolving fireplace and bifold doors which open to a paved patio terrace. Upstairs there are three bedrooms with the master bedroom suite boasting a Juliet balcony overlooking the established garden and contemporary styled bathroom suite.

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2. Arundells, Whitehall Lane, Checkendon.

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Price: £1,450,000

What the agent says: An impressive detached family home set on approximately 1/4 of an acre plot abutting paddocks to the rear.

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The house is thoughtful and flexible in design, and masterfully mixes a contemporary finish with traditional style. The property is nestled down a quiet country lane within this desirable semi-rural Oxfordshire village conveniently located for both Henley & Reading centres.

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3. Bath Road, Calcot, Reading.

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Price: £1,200,000

Key features: Heated indoor swimming pool.

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What the agent says: This attractive, 5 bedroom detached residence perfectly combines the character and charm of a period home with the substantial and practical living spaces required for modern living. There is approximately 4000sq.ft of accommodation, a sizeable plot of 0.5 acres, a 108ft rear garden - which backs on to Calcot Golf Course - and the bustling town centre of Reading is just 3 miles away.

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4. Hildens Drive, Tilehurst

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Price: £1,075,000

What the agent says: A well presented six bedroom detached family home with self contained annex, set over three floors and finished to a high standard throughout.

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