Welcome to 2 Red Cross Road, Reading, a cozy and compact semi-detached type home with 3 bed in the RG8 9HG area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built
The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio -
with a market valuation of £1,755 and a rental potential of £11 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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2 RED CROSS ROAD
GORING ON THAMES OXFORDSHIRE
*Pangbourne on Thames 5 miles *Reading 10 miles
*Wallingford 6 miles *Henley on Thames 12 miles
*Newbury 13 miles *Oxfords 18 miles *M4 at Theale J12 10 miles?
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In a convenient central village location within a few minutes walk
of shops, mainline station and River Thames.? A 3 bedroom semi
detached late Victorian Villa of considerable character with
original architectural features retained.?? Ideally situated at the
top of the High Street within a stones throw of all central
amenities.?
Loggia Entrance Porch with front door into main Hall
Cloakroom
Spacious Sitting Room with Fireplace
Dining Room
Fully Fitted Kitchen
Central Landing with turning staircase from Hall
3 Double Bedrooms
Family Bathroom with shower handset
Charming gardens with secluded seating areas
Shed
Off road parking
LOCATION
The much prized village of Goring on Thames occupies a stunning
location in the Thames Valley set between the Chiltern Hills and
Berkshire Downlands as the River flows from Oxford down to Reading,
in an area of scenic landscape known geographically as the Goring
Gap and designated an A.O.N.B. In 2009 Goring was awarded the
prestigious Oxfordshire Village of the Year and also won the
coveted best in South of England title.
This stretch of the River, the longest between locks, is regarded
as one of the most beautiful and is forever associated with Kenneth
Grahame s immortal book The Wind in the Willows as well as Jerome K
Jerome s book Three Men in a Boat which actually mentions Streatley
in its narrative.
The village boasts an excellent range of shops and facilities
together with Olde Worlde pubs, a highly regarded Bistro Caf ,
choice of restaurants, a Bank, Post Office, Boutique hotel, Doctors
and Dental surgeries and importantly a mainline station offering
fast services up to London Paddington . There is also easy access
for the major local towns, including Oxford, Reading and Newbury,
the M4 and M40 motorways, and for Heathrow.
N.B. Crossrail services are scheduled to be commencing from Reading
in 2021 which together with the electrification of the line will
significantly improve travelling times to Paddington and central
London destinations.
Recognised as a thriving community, there are a wide range of
clubs, societies and special interest groups to suit most
people.
There is a highly rated Primary school in the village and in
addition to having well revered and outstanding local state primary
and secondary schooling, the area is also extremely well served by
an excellent range of private schooling, of particular note;
Cranford House School, The Oratory Preparatory School, Moulsford
Preparatory School, St Andrews Preparatory School, The Oratory
School, Pangbourne College, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Queen Anne
s School, Downe House, Rupert House School, Shiplake College, The
Abbey School, Bradfield College, The Manor Preparatory School,
Abingdon School, Abingdon Preparatory School, Radley College, and
St Helen & St Katharine.
The central part of Goring is a Conservation Area and has a wealth
of interesting period properties many Listed being of significant
architectural and historical interest.
Streatley on Thames, situated on the opposite Berkshire side of the
river, is another pretty village surrounded by hills and woodlands
now mainly owned by the National Trust.? Fronting onto the river by
the bridge crossing over to Goring is the luxury 4 star riverside
hotel The Swan, renowned for its fine cuisine and leisure and
fitness facilities.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
2 Red Cross Road comprises a semi detached Villa and is a fine
example of Victorian architectural design and building skills
associated with this much admired period.? Having traditional red
brick elevations with arched soldier courses over windows, under a
pitched and gabled clay tile roof featuring tall chimney stacks and
on the first floor a bay window with sculpted supporting timbers.
Internally the accommodation retains it period characteristics with
high ceilings and good room proportions, and with original panelled
doors
OUTSIDE
Extending along Red Cross Road is a mainly hedged frontage together
with a vehicular access and short drive.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Services All main services are connected.? Central heating and hot
water from gas boiler.
Council Tax D
Postcode RG8 9HG
Energy Efficiency Rating E
Local Authority South Oxfordshire District Council Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring turn right and proceed up
to the top of the High Street.? At the small crossroads just before
reaching the Railway Bridge junction turn right into Red Cross Road
and No 2 is the second property on the left hand side.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co
DISCLAIMER
N.B. The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or
services so cannot verify that they are in working order. If
required, the client is advised to obtain verification. These
particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations
are conducted through Warmingham & Co.Whilst all due care is taken
in the preparation of these particulars, no responsibility for
their accuracy is accepted, nor do they form part of any offer or
contract. Intending clients must satisfy themselves by inspection
or otherwise as to their accuracy prior to signing a contract.
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Tax band E
318 sqm plot
