Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to Rathgar Cottage Courtlands Hill, Reading, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the RG8 7BE area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built
in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige.
This home stands out for its value and character -
with a market valuation of £1,430,000 and a rental potential of £9,295 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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Additional analysis
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Nov 4, 2022. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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Pangbourne village centre, a few minutes` walk to shops & train
station ? Fast trains to London Paddington (4045 minutes) ? Reading
6 miles ? M4 (junc 12) 4 miles ? Heathrow 45 mins drive (all
distances and timings are approximate)
2,206 sq ft 205 m?
(all measurements are approximate)
A detached 4 bedroom Edwardian house of immense charm and
character. Retaining many of the original features of the era, set
in pretty gardens and entered from a private road. Located in the
heart of the village, within easy walking distance of the shops,
station, schools and amenities.
Rathgar Cottage offers excellent family accommodation, with high
ceilings and lots of windows giving tremendous light throughout the
property. Courtlands Hill has long been noted as one of the most
important residential private roads within Pangbourne, with a mix
of individually designed modern and period properties, each set
back within their own grounds from this pretty avenue lined with
trees.
Special features:
? Very attractive architectural details typical of the Edwardian
period
? Pretty covered veranda
? Sitting room has a very beautiful carved marble fireplace with an
open fire and stone hearth
? Dining room has a lovely bay window overlooking the gardens and
an original brick constructed open fireplace and hearth, with a
serving hatch from the breakfast room
? Reception hall has stripped pine floor, doors giving access from
the front and rear, and the original staircase rises up to a half
landing with windows overlooking the gardens
? Breakfast room has glass cupboard with window to side
? Kitchen has a tiled floor with range of low-level units fitted
dishwasher, electric oven, 4 ring ceramic hob, windows overlooking
the side and front gardens
? Brick constructed summer house could be used as an office and has
power and lighting (awaiting confirmation from vendor)
? Utility room is plumbed for washing machine with windows
overlooking the front gardens
? Space to one side in the garage area to create further
accommodation if desired
? Pretty period bathroom with BC Sanitan hand basin, Victorian
style bath tub, and corner shower. Separate lavatory with BC
Sanitan fittings
? Bedroom 1 has range of fitted wardrobes and ensuite bathroom
? One of the bedrooms has a door to a large balcony
Summary of accommodation:
Entrance lobby, cloakroom, reception hall, dining room, sitting
room, breakfast room, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, family bathroom,
separate WC, ensuite to bedroom 1.
Garden store, summer houseoffice. Attached single garage.
Gardens: The gardens enjoy a lot of privacy and seclusion, with
well-maintained lawns, shrubberies and mature trees. Brick
constructed summer house. A gravel driveway gives pedestrian and
vehicular access.
Local facilities: Pangbourne is a wonderful period village with its
fine selection of award-winning independent shops, a supermarket,
health centre, dentists, library, hairdressers, barbers,
restaurants and riverside pubs. By the River Thames there are
riverside meadows, part-owned by the National Trust, the Thames
Path, a children`s play area, tennis courts, football pitches, a
bowling club and Pangbourne Adventure Dolphin centre offering
kayak, canoe, SUP and climbing tuition.
Beale Wildlife Park & Gardens is a couple of miles up the road and
is a lovely place for young families with amazing animals, birds,
gardens, play parks, a splash pool and miniature train. Near to
Beale Park is Basildon Park, the National Trust property, featuring
a splendid Georgian mansion surrounded by 400 acres of
parkland.
Pangbourne offers superb transport links with a fast train service
to London Paddington, Oxford and Reading which will benefit from
the upcoming Crossrail, offering fast links to the City, as well as
buses to all local areas. Waitrose can be found approx. 3 miles
away at Tilehurst.
Excellent schools: Rathgar Cottage is located within walking
distance of Pangbourne College. Bradfield College and St Andrew`s
Preparatory School are within easy driving distance, as are The
Oratory School, Downe House, Cranford House and Moulsford Prep
School. There are bus pick up points in Pangbourne for Abingdon
Boys and St Helen & St Katharine Girls schools in Abingdon, and
Reading School for boys and Kendrick School for girls in Reading
are easily accessible by a short train journey. Pangbourne Primary
School has foundation stage 1.
Directions: From the offices of Singleton & Daughter turn left,
proceed over the mini roundabout passing The Elephant and Cross
Keys pub. A short way down Tidmarsh Road, turn right into
Courtlands Hill, and Rathgar Cottage is the first on the right.
Post Code: RG8 7BE
What3words: breeze.listen.lands
Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas
EPC Rating: E
Local Authority & Council Tax Band: West Berkshire, Band G
Fixtures and fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales
particulars are included in the sale.
Viewing by arrangement with vendor`s agent, Dudley Singleton &
Daughter, No. 1 Station Road, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7AN.
0118 984 2662
info@singletonanddaughter.co.uk
Websites: singletonanddaughter.co.uk rightmove.co.uk,
mayfairoffice.co.uk, onthemarket.com, countrylife.co.uk
London Office: Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London, W1U 3JT.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Dudley Singleton & Daughter for themselves and
for the vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give
notice that:
1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially
correct overall description for the guidance of intending
purchasers, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. No
responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items. We
relied upon our own brief inspection and information supplied to us
by the vendors.
(i) The description, including photographs of the property and its
contents, are intended to be a guide only rather than a detailed
and accurate report and inventory. (ii) Floor plans, measurements,
areas and distances are intended to be approximately only. (iii)
Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements.
The position of bathroom fittings as shown on the plan is
indicative only ? sizes, shapes and the exact locations may differ.
Wall thicknesses, together with window and door sizes are
approximate only and window and door openings are shown without
frame details. (iv) Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive
or current and no assumption should be made that any contents shown
in them are included in the sale.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and
necessary permission for use and occupation and other details are
given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any
intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or
representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection
or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them:
3. No person in the employment of Dudley Singleton & Daughter has
any authority to make or give any representation or warranty
whatever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to
enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the
Vendor.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by
intending purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold,
let or withdrawn.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: The agent has not tested any apparatus,
equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that
they are in working order or fit for their purpose. The buyer is
advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or
surveyor.
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Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings,
or services. Interested parties must undertake their own
investigation into the working order of these items. All
measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance
only.
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