Sonning, Berkshire, RG4

Sonning Court is a graceful and impressive English country mansion on the bend of The River Thames.

Description

Sonning Court is set in a beautiful village of Sonning On Thames in the Royal County of Berkshire close to London and Heathrow. Constructed to magnificent standards some fifty years ago, Sonning Court is a graceful and impressive English country mansion, on the bend of The River Thames. The architect was influenced by the Greek period, erecting four impressive sculptural Ionic stone columns adorning the facade of the residence.

The Accommodation:

Ground floor: Reception hall, two drawing rooms leading to a magnificent large glass atrium, Panorama room, dining Room, study, two guest lavatories, conservatory/summer dining room, kitchen leading to a separate staff unit.

Lower floor: Accessed by a modern stainless steel glass solid oak staircase leads to the entertainment hall comprising of bar, cinema theatre and professional gym.

Nine bedrooms (two large Principal), eight en suite bathrooms.
First bedroom and bathroom (which acts as a separate nanny residence with it’s own entrance) on the ground floor, further eight bedrooms and bathrooms to be found on the first floor by way of the attractive sweeping bordered staircase.

A separate cellar with wine vault/Panic-room and safe. Full gas-fired warm-air central heating, air purifier and a central air conditioning system.

The Grounds
There are extensive grounds surrounding Sonning Court estate with approximately 110 meters of the towpath of the River Thames which can accommodate up to eighteen boats.

Immediately to the rear of the property, the Japanese water gardens gently fall away in a series of three interlinked ponds created by huge Scottish natural boulder rocks planted with all manner of exquisite mature plants and trees. This includes a 6-foot natural waterfall.

A traditional red Japanese bridge leads across the lower pond reflecting gracefully in the mirrored surface of the water in which Koi fish silently glide. A place of peaceful contemplation and meditation.

Furthermore, on the estate’s grounds there is further accommodation and ample storage facilities. Beside the four car garage the grounds contain a professional floodlit tennis court, Jacuzzi, large heated covered swimming pool and a Helipad.

Location

The property is situated in the popular and historic Thameside village of Sonning which has local amenities including a well-regarded public house, Coppa Club, dinner theatre and popular restaurant.

More extensive facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Henley-on-Thames and Reading.

There are mainline stations in Reading and Twyford, giving easy access to London Paddington via Crossrail.

The M4 J10 is approximately 6 miles away, providing access to London and the West Country.

There is a wide variety of schools in the area including Reading Blue Coat School in Sonning and Shiplake College.

Extensive sporting facilities include boating on the Thames and golf at a number of local courses.

Square Footage: 15,894 sq ft


Acreage: 3.6 Acres

Directions

From Henley-on-Thames head southeast on the A4155 Reading Road, passing through Shiplake. At The Flowing Spring public house, turn left towards Sonning. At the end of this lane, turn left onto the B478, continue straight across the mini roundabout, pass The French Horn restaurant, and cross Sonning Bridge. Continue around the bend into Thames Street, where Sonning Court will be on your left.

Additional Info

Agents note: Photography was taken in October 2015