Purley Magna, Purley on Thames, Reading, RG8

This graciously proportioned 3 bedroom apartment occupies the top floor of the beautifully restored grade II* Mansion House at Purley Magna. Set in gated grounds of 7 acres there are panoramic views. EPC Rating C.

Purley Magna is an exquisitely restored Georgian mansion set in 7 acres of gate parkland with landscaped gardens, rolling lawns and tennis court. The elevated situation gives beautiful views across the surrounding countryside and up the Thames Valley towards Reading, and with windows on all sides, the sunlight pours into the rooms. Restored by renowned local builders T A Fisher in co-operation with English Heritage, the quality and elegance of the accommodation is unmatched in the area.

This elegantly proportioned apartment occupies the entire top floor of this grade II* Mansion House. Everything about this property oozes quality and sophistication and, be assured, there is no shortage of space!

LOCAL INFORMATION
Purley on Thames is a riverside village between Pangbourne and Reading with facilities all within a walk or short drive. Tilehurst railway station is about 15 minutes’ walk away and is just one stop from Reading with its frequent 25 minute non stop service to London Paddington (from Reading, the Elizabeth Line provides direct access to Central and East London), and J12 of the M4 is about three miles away. There is a large Waitrose in Tilehurst and Purley Magna lies on the Thames long distance footpath.

ACCOMMODATION
Entrance hall with roof lanterns, drawing room, sitting room or media room, kitchen/dining room, principal bedroom with dressing room and full en suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms, family bathroom with Jack and Jill access to both the hall and bedroom 2. In all, more than 3,200 sq ft.

OUTSIDE SPACE
Purley Magna is, in essence, a small country estate with mature trees and shrubs, many of which date from the original landscape design. Undulating open lawns surround a good proportion of the property. The setting provides a matchless place through which to stroll, whilst the more energetic will doubtless appreciate their right to use the tennis court located within the grounds.

The property has a garage and plenty of additional secure parking within the gated grounds. There is also private basement storage.

LOCAL AUTHORITY AND SERVICES
West Berkshire Council, Newbury - www.westberks.gov.uk
Council Tax Band G
All main services, gas central heating.

TENURE
Held on the balance of a 999 year lease commencing 1 January 2006 (approximately 978 years remaining).
Ground rent £100 per annum.
Variable maintenance/service charge, currently £10,338.25 per annum.

Important information for potential purchasers
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Buyer information
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