Oatlands Road, Shinfield, Reading, RG2

Offered to the market in a peaceful location, this well-presented and much-improved four-bedroom detached family home enjoys a lovely outlook backing onto open fields, with convenient access to local amenities and Junction 12 of the M4.

Tastefully updated by the current owner, the property features a spacious lounge with a wood burner that opens into a bright conservatory/garden room overlooking the rear garden. The modern kitchen/dining room provides an excellent space for family life, complemented by a separate utility room. In addition the property benefits from four well proportioned bedrooms, shower room, and a family bathroom.

A standout feature of this property is the self-contained Norwegian-style log cabin, perfect as an annexe, guest accommodation, or potential income-generating Airbnb. The cabin offers open-plan living and kitchen areas with a wood burner, a double bedroom, and a bathroom, along with its own private patio area.

Externally, the property benefits from ample driveway parking for multiple vehicles to the front. The well-maintained rear garden includes fruit trees and a beautiful oak-beamed, covered terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.

This superb home combines modern comfort with flexible living space, all set within a tranquil and convenient semi-rural setting. EPC D.


Local Information
Shinfield Village is a charming and well-connected area with a blend of historic and modern amenities. At the heart of the village is School Green, a hub of community life that features the village green, local pubs, shops, and the Shinfield Primary School, along with recreation grounds for leisure activities. The historic Shinfield St. Mary's Church, located on Church Lane, adds a touch of heritage to the area, sitting on the north-west ridge of the village.
For those seeking more extensive amenities, Lower Earley is nearby, offering a range of facilities including superstores, a petrol station, takeaways, and restaurants. Shinfield is particularly attractive to commuters due to its convenient access to major transport routes, including the M4, A33, and A329m. While the local shops provide for day-to-day needs, larger shopping expeditions can be made to Wokingham or Reading, with Reading's Oracle Shopping Centre offering a wide variety of retail options.
The village is also well-served by public transport, with railway stations in Winnersh, Wokingham, and Reading providing routes to London and the West Country. Additionally, Junction 11 of the M4 offers easy access to Heathrow Airport, Central London, the West Country, and the M25, making Shinfield a strategic location for both local living and broader travel.

Accommodation
The property is entered through an entrance hall with doors leading to the kitchen/dining room and the living room, which also has a connecting door to the kitchen and opens directly into the conservatory. The kitchen provides access to the utility room, which in turn leads to a shower room. At the opposite end of the entrance hall, there are doors to the family bathroom and all four bedrooms.

The annexe features its own entrance hall with a pantry, opening into a spacious open-plan living area that provides access to both the bathroom and the bedroom.

Outside Space
To the front there is ample driveway parking for multiple cars. To the rear the well-maintained rear garden includes fruit trees and a beautiful oak-beamed, covered terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The annex benefits from it's own private oak framed terrace.

Additional Information
Water, mains drainage, gas and electric connected
Wokingham Borough Council
Council Tax Band E

Important information for potential purchasers
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Buyer information
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