Christchurch Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2

Offered to the market with no onward chain, a truly unique and wonderful six bedroom late Victorian, detached family home, believed to have been built in 1894 for the managers of Huntley & Palmer. Coming to the market for the first time in 50 years and occupying an established corner plot, set within the sought after University area. This delightful Grade II listed home has retained many original features and now offers the opportunity for individual improvement and upgrading to create a stunning family home. Ideally positioned within walking distance of a number of independent and selective grammar schools to include Reading Boys, The Abbey, Kendrick Girls School and St Joseph's College. The property is also conveniently situated for access to the town centre with its mainline station giving direct access to London Paddington in just over 20 minutes, Royal Berkshire Hospital, University campus and Cintra Park. With accommodation set over three floors the property offers a wealth of charm and character to include original open fireplaces, high ceilings, window seats, ornate coving, ceiling roses and sash windows.
Internally comprising enclosed tiled entrance porch, leading through to the entrance hallway with balustrade turning staircase leading to the first floor, courtesy door leads down to the cellar, cloakroom/shower room, dual aspect bay fronted sitting room with feature tiled open fireplace and floor to ceiling opening sash window, good sized dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room and utility. To the first floor there is a generous landing area, which serves access to four double bedrooms and a single bedroom and which are complemented by a family bathroom. Further staircase from the the landing leads to the second floor where there is another double bedroom and a good sized storage/loft room.
To the rear of the property there is a covered terraced area and a lean to to the side of the property with a side access gate. The main part of the walled garden is laid to lawn with mature shrub tree borders and a wrought iron gate to one side serves access to the front of the property where there is a tiled pathway with access gate and mature hedging to either side. All in all a fantastic opportunity to acquire this wonderful detached family home.

Situated on the corner of The Mount and Christchurch Road and within close proximity of the town centre and within walking distance of the University and Cintra Park. Located to the south of Reading town centre which stretches between the main campus on the Shinfield road (A327) and the Wokingham Road (A329) offering easy access of both the M4 and A329 motorways. The area surrounding the campus is one of the most popular places to live in Reading being just over a mile from Reading Train Station and walking distance of the town centre. There is a multitude of local amenities including some great pubs, restaurants, take aways, shops and parks. The Royal Berkshire Hospital is also located in the area and there are some excellent schools including the highly acclaimed Reading Grammar School for boys, Kendrick girl's Grammar, Leighton Park, St Josephs and the Abbey public schools. There is a diverse range of property in the area including grand Victorian town houses, smaller terrace properties, classic Georgian buildings and modern homes and apartments. This diverse range of homes accommodates a diverse range of people, from students to young professionals, from families to doctors and hospital staff. The diversity, excellent local amenities and community and it's convenient location make the University area a great place to live.