Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to Scythe House Green Lane, Reading, a cozy and compact detached type home with 5 bed in the RG8 7BG 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 £3,575,000 and a rental potential of £23,238 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
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Pangbourne village centre, a few minutes` walk to shops & train
station ? Fast trains to London Paddington (47 minutes) ? Reading 6
miles ? M4 (junc 12) 4 miles ? Heathrow 45 mins drive (all
distancestimes are approximate)
5,790 sq ft 538 m?
Gardens & grounds extending to 1.25 acres
(all measurements are approximate)
A splendid 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, country house of character.
Surrounded by generous and outstanding gardens and grounds,
enjoying a southerly aspect, including a hard tennis court and
indoor heated swimming pool complex.
Enormous potential for extensionconversion of the large loft area
which is boarded and already has a dormer window (photographs
available upon request).
Constructed in approximately 1925 with later additions, Scythe
House is one of the most important and substantial properties in
the centre of this highly sought after Thameside village, and this
is the first time it has come to market in 43 years.
Scythe House enjoys a very peaceful, secluded, and private
location, entered by way of a long and imposing drive extending to
approximately 100 metres, and secured by electric gates, entered
from one of the prettiest and highly desired residential lanes.
Set on high ground, and valuably unlisted, there is tremendous
potential for extension, or reconfiguration of the spacious family
accommodation. Constructed of red clay brick under a clay tiled
roof by the noted builder of the period, J. Smallburn & Sons.
Within easy walking distance to the centre of the village with its
excellent riverside pubs, restaurants, shops, amenities, doctors,
dentists, and specialist shops, yet also within minutes of
wonderful countryside footpaths. Offering easy access to Heathrow
airport and a train station with direct connections to London
Paddington, Reading and Oxford.
Special features:
? Pool complex has an indoor heated pool approx. 30` x 15`, a spa
pool, full central heating, dehumidification, high-level sitting
room overlooking the pool area, multiple sliding patio doors giving
access to the gardens, changingshower room, and the whole pool area
and steps leading to sitting room have a non-slip covering
? Tennis hardcourt with an adjacent summer house
? Imposing main entrance porch with twin barley twist brick
columns, substantial original oak door opens into the large light
reception hall with original open fireplace
? Fine examples of oak flooring throughout the sitting room, dining
room and study
? Drawing room has an open fireplace fitted with a wood burning
stove, with original mantel over
? Pretty garden room with oak panelling, and French doors opening
to the garden terrace
? First floor landing and 4 double bedrooms have original golden
oak stripped flooring
? Bedroom 4 has French doors opening onto a balcony overlooking the
main gardens
? Kitchenbreakfast room with Lacanche range cooker with induction
hob, and additional electric oven and gas hob, original butler`s
pantry with cupboards and sink. Walk-in pantry and understairs wine
store
Summary of accommodation: Entrance lobby, reception hall, drawing
room, kitchenbreakfast room, butler`s pantry, garden room, dining
room, study, 2 cloakrooms, laundry room, wine store. 5 bedrooms, 4
ensuites, WC, shower room. Pool complex with sitting room,
showerchanging room. Integral double garage. Detached double garage
block. Summer house. Garden store.
Gardens: Exceptional, old laid down gardens create a very beautiful
setting and are a delight in all seasons. The boundaries of the
formal gardens are secluded by mature trees and high hedges, with
well-maintained lawns.
York stone paths and steps lead up to the tennis court area,
passing well-stocked herbaceous borders and shrubberies. Several
sets of sliding patio doors give access from the indoor swimming
pool to a terrace. Summer house and a garden store. Long driveway
is flanked on each side by dwarf flint walls, high hedges, and
trees.
Integral double garage with remote Crocodile rollup doors,
centrally heated with fully lined walls and ceiling. A cupboard
houses the pool filtration and gas fired heating equipment.
Detached double garage block. Large forecourt to the front will
accommodate 6-8 cars.
Gardens & grounds extending to 1.25 acres approx.
Local facilities: Pangbourne is a wonderful period village with its
fine selection of award-winning independent shops, a supermarket,
health centre, dentists, library, hairdressers, restaurants, and
riverside pubs. Along the River Thames 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.
Pangbourne offers superb transport links with a fast train service
to London Paddington, Oxford, and Reading with the Elizabeth Line,
as well as buses to all local areas. Waitrose can be found approx.
3 miles away at Tilehurst.
Excellent schools: Scythe House is within easy reach of a number of
fine schools including the highly sought-after Englefield Primary
School. Within easy driving distance are: St Andrew`s Prep School,
Pangbourne College, Bradfield College, Elstree, Brockhurst &
Marlston House Schools, The Oratory School, St Finians, Cranford
House, Moulsford Boys School, and Downe House.
Directions: With The Elephant Hotel on your right, pass Breedons
Hill on the right and turn next right into Green Lane. Scythe House
will be found a short distance up the lane on the right-hand
side.
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Post Code: RG8 7BG
Tenure: Freehold
ServicesUtilities: Mains electricity, gas, water, and drainage.
Broadband: BT broadband connected.
Conservation area? Yes
Tree preservation orders:
https:gis2.westberks.gov.ukwebappsOnlineMap?vln=TREE%20PRESERVATION%20ORDERS
EPC Rating: E
Local Authority & Council Tax Band: West Berkshire, Band H
Fixtures and fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales
particulars are included in the sale. Others by arrangement.
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, 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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