Reading Road, Reading, RG7

This impressive seven bedroom manor house is set within approximately 4.95 acres of private and beautifully maintained grounds, backing onto the unspoiled landscapes of Padworth Common and the Englefield Estate. A long, sweeping driveway leads to a gravel parking area with ample space and access to the attached triple garage, while a separate side lane and double gates provide additional rear access.

Spanning nearly 7,600 sq. ft. across two floors, this exceptional home is meticulously presented, offering a perfect blend of character, elegance, and modern luxury. Dating back over 500 years, the residence retains exquisite period features, including exposed beams and charming fireplaces, while benefitting from a high internal specification. Stylish bathrooms, a vaulted kitchen, and superb living spaces ensure both comfort and versatility, making it an ideal home for families and professionals alike.

The grand entrance hall, accessed via a formal reception entrance, features a statement fireplace and a graceful staircase leading to the first floor. The elegant 27-ft dual-aspect drawing room and a separate dining room provide a refined setting for entertaining, while the sitting room leads directly to the magnificent indoor heated swimming pool. This leisure suite, complete with a surrounding terrace, changing rooms, a shower, and a WC, creates a year-round retreat for relaxation and recreation.

Designed for both formal and family living, the house also features a spacious kitchen/breakfast room, a charming conservatory, a cozy family room, a study, two cloakrooms, a utility room, and a well-appointed home office. A secondary entrance leads directly to the family accommodation, ensuring a seamless flow between formal and informal spaces. The property is also equipped with ultra-fast giga WiFi, providing seamless connectivity for remote working, smart home integration, and the demands of modern luxury living.

On the first floor, the bedrooms are arranged around a central landing with built-in storage. The principal suite includes a luxurious en suite bathroom with twin basins and a generous dressing room. Five additional double bedrooms provide spacious and elegant accommodation, complemented by three further bathrooms. A door from the fifth bedroom leads to a 30-ft games room above the garage, with its own private entrance—an ideal space for older children, a gym, or conversion into a self-contained annex, subject to the necessary consents.

The grounds are a true highlight of the property, offering a picturesque and immaculately maintained setting. A well-kept lawned garden, surrounded by vibrant rhododendrons enhances the sense of privacy and tranquility. You'll also find a serene pond, a children’s play area, and a paved patio terrace providing the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining.

Equestrians will appreciate the exceptional facilities, which include four stables, a tack and feed store, a field shelter, three well-maintained paddocks, and an all-weather ménage. With immediate access to excellent local hacking routes around Padworth Common and The Croft Equestrian Centre situated nearby, the property offers outstanding amenities for those with a passion for riding.

Location

Situated within the tranquil hamlet of Padworth Common, Manor House enjoys a prime position on the Hampshire/Berkshire borders. The nearby village of Mortimer, located just two miles away, provides essential amenities including a Post Office, village stores, public houses, and a well-regarded primary school. Theale station gets into London Paddington in around 35 minutes , Mortimer’s mainline railway station offers direct services to London Paddington in under an hour, while Reading station (Elizabeth Line) approximately 9.2 miles away, provides a faster connection of around 27 minutes, as well as an extensive selection of high-end retail, leisure, and dining establishments.

Further shopping and cultural facilities can be found in Newbury, approximately 13 miles from the property. The area benefits from excellent transport links, with both the M4 and M3 motorways providing convenient access to London, its airports, and the West Country. Regular mainline rail services from Newbury and Reading offer swift connections to London Paddington, while Basingstoke provides a direct route to London Waterloo.

The surrounding countryside offers an array of scenic walking routes, equestrian facilities, and country pursuits, ensuring a lifestyle of both leisure and refinement. The area is also well-served by a selection of esteemed schools including St Andrews, Bradfield College, Brockhurst & Marlston, Elstree, Pangbourne College, and Downe House, offering outstanding academic opportunities within easy reach.

Additional Information

West Berkshire County Council
Council Tax Band: H

Please use the reference 463696 when contacting us.