Welcome to Blandings Blandys Lane, Reading, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the RG8 8PG area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band G.
This classic property was built
The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio -
with a market valuation of £239,200 and a rental potential of £1,555 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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In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Jul 11, 2025. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"Pangbourne shops & train station 3 miles Reading 10 miles Newbury 12 miles M4 Junction 12 7 miles all distances are approximate
2,012 sq ft 187 m
all measurements are approximate
A modern pretty 4 bedroom detached house, set well back from the peaceful Blandy s Lane, in this much sought after part of Upper Basildon.
Built in 1995, to a high specification, and with continuous upgrades over the years, a splendid family house, with large windows throughout giving lots of natural light.
Upper Basildon is an excellent location for families with children of all ages. There is a very active community, and the village hall hosts many events throughout the year.
Surrounded by countryside known for its outstanding beauty with easy access to footpaths giving lovely walks, and just a few minutes easy drive to Pangbourne village, with its extensive range of specialist shops, riverside pubs and restaurants, amenities and railway station giving fast commuter links to Oxford, Reading, the Elizabeth Line, and direct services to Paddington.
Special features
Kitchen with centrally positioned preparation island breakfast bar which can seat 4, and windows overlooking the front gardens
Pretty sitting room with oak parquet flooring, open fire, and French glazed doors opening to the rear garden terrace
Dining room overlooks the rear gardens
Gigaclear high speed broadband to the property
Ground floor 4th bedroom with ensuite shower room, presently used as a study, could also be a family play room
Large landing with windows overlooking both front and rear, with an area which could be used as a study
Bedroom 1 has a vaulted ceiling with window overlooking front gardens, and ensuite shower room
Reception hall has highly polished parquet flooring
Utility room with oil fired boiler, plumbing for washing machine, Pulley maid ceiling hung drying rack, windows on two sides, stable door to outside
The whole house is double glazed
Summary of accommodation Reception hall, kitchen breakfast room, dining room, sitting room, utility room, cloakroom, ground floor double bedroom 4 play room with ensuite shower room. 3 further double bedrooms, family bathroom, ensuite shower to bedroom 1. Double detached garage.
Gardens Rear garden is very sunny, and faces south west, with high hedges and fences giving seclusion. Mainly laid to lawn, with a stone paved terrace for summer dining, flower beds, and flanked by some mature trees and shrubs. Loggia with wisteria. Well maintained lawns to the front, greenhouse, high hedges, and the gravel drive continues to the side, giving access to a double brick built detached garage.
Detached double garage with up and over doors and loft area.
Local Facilities Upper Basildon is a sought after village situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Enjoying a very active community; the village hall hosts a number of events during the course of the year. The village recreational ground has playing fields, a football club, and an excellent tennis club. Various clubs and activities use the village and or the church centre.
For the equestrian enthusiast there are many bridle paths surrounding the village. There is an excellent sporting complex open to public membership at Bradfield College with indoor tennis courts, squash, indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, etc. There are plenty of golf clubs nearby and the Royal Berkshire Shooting School is within easy driving distance.
Upper Basildon benefits from being a few minutes drive from the nearby Thames side village of Pangbourne which offers a range of amenities including a splendid selection of specialist shops including a butcher, cheese shop, organic farm shop, delicatessen, supermarket, doctors, dental practices, hairdressers, pubs, and restaurants. There are also two very popular farm shops nearby at Vicars Casey Fields Farm Shop at Ashampstead and Cobbs farm shop and caf at Englefield.
Pangbourne station offers fast train links to London Paddington 40 mins , Oxford and Reading Elizabeth Line .
Schools There are plenty of schools in the area; Upper Basildon Primary School is within walking distance via a useful footpath across the field, and St Andrew s Preparatory School is only a few minutes drive, as are Pangbourne College and Bradfield College. The Oratory School, St Finians, Cranford House, Moulsford Boys School, Downe House, all within easy driving distance. There are bus pick up points locally 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 from Pangbourne.
Post Code RG8 8PG
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Tenure Freehold
Some material information to note
Oil fired central heating
Mains water, drainage and electricity
Water softener
Driveway parking and a detached double garage
Accessibility; step free access from the street to the inside of the property
Gigaclear high speed broadband connected FTTP
Mobile signal is dependent on provider. Please refer to signalchecker.co.uk
This is a low risk flood area
Property construction is brick under a tiled roof
It is not within a conservation area
It is not a listed building
There are no Tree Preservation Orders
EPC Rating D
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.
Websites singletonanddaughter.co.uk rightmove.co.uk, mayfairoffice.co.uk, countrylife.co.uk
London Office Mayfair Office, 41 43 Maddox Street, Mayfair, London, W1S 2PD
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."
Tax band G
851 sqm plot
