Craven Road, Reading, RG1

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
A substantial and well-proportioned detached residence, built in 1896 and measuring close to 4,000 sq ft. Set on a generous plot, the property features a beautifully established rear garden that backs directly onto Reading School and extends beyond neighbouring garden. It enjoys rights of access via a narrow drive to a detached double garage, offering additional parking. The property offers lots of potential (subject to the relevant planning permissions), this home presents an exciting opportunity. EPC Rating E.

LOCAL INFORMATION
Reading University is rich in history and boasts some of the most beautiful roads and conservation areas. It’s vibrant and prestigious location with a large green campus for everyone to enjoy. There is a good variety of independent cafes, pubs and shops in the area. The area offers easy access to both the M4 and A329M motorways and offers some of Reading’s top schools such as Reading Boys' Grammar School, Kendrick Girls' Grammar School and The Abbey School. Nearby there is Reading College, the Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading Bowls Club, shops, gardens, parks, and Palmer Park sports facilities.

ACCOMMODATION
The property opens into a welcoming entrance hall, leading to two spacious reception rooms, a cloakroom, breakfast room, kitchen, traditional larder and a utility.

On the first floor, you'll find four generously sized double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The top floor offers two additional double bedrooms, a bathroom/utility, and a smaller bedroom—ideal as a study, nursery, or dressing room.

The cellar houses the boiler and hot water cylinder, and provides excellent storage.

OUTSIDE SPACE
To the front, the property is approached via a sweeping in-and-out driveway, with convenient side access to the rear garden. A narrower drive to the left of 9 Craven Road leads to a detached double garage, greenhouse and additional parking. The garage has power and light. A standout feature of the home is the charming walled garden, which includes an original Victorian-style garden pavilion. The garden also boasts a meandering brick pathway and beautifully established, mature borders.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Council tax band G.
Mains gas, electric and water.

Important information for potential purchasers
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.

Buyer information
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