Loddon Drive, Wargrave, Reading

A rare combination of sculptural design, riverside living, and considered architectural detail — a modernist retreat in one of the area’s most picturesque settings.

Cherry Eyot - Cherry Eyot is a striking contemporary Grand Designs award winning residence by the acclaimed architect John Pardey, elevated on slender steel stilts to maximise light, space and uninterrupted views of the River Loddon and St Patrick’s Stream. Set within a secluded two-acre plot including an adjoining paddock, the house enjoys approximately 650 feet of private river frontage to the south, east and west of the house, combining tranquillity with dramatic waterside presence.

This summer, the property has benefitted from a £500k refurbishment to achieve a prestigious transformation including the entire exterior of the house finished in cedar and slate, a new bespoke kitchen, all new bathrooms, underfloor heating, electric blinds, new electrical system, sophisticated lighting inside and outside, 3 new moorings, complete renovation of the grounds and installation of an irrigation system covering the entire garden.

Approaching along a private road, striking automated gates lead onto an elegant sweeping driveway. The house is entered via a staircase to a covered entrance stepping into the stunning reception hall, framing panoramic views over both rivers and countryside. At its heart, the bespoke kitchen features Italian slate worktops and central island, high specification integrated "Gaggenau" appliances and a top of the range "Quooker" tap. Flowing naturally into two living rooms with an open fire place and a log burner, these areas step out onto hardwood teak balconies and terraces providing seamless indoor/outdoor living and extend to further outdoor rooms for entertaining and riverside relaxation.

The five bedrooms are arranged along the main axis, each benefitting from wall-to-wall river views, with three, stepping out onto a balcony. Bespoke bathrooms are beautifully appointed with premium fittings a freestanding bath, and walk-in showers.

Outside - Wild life is abundant where St Patricks Stream meets the River Loddon, and beneath the formal living spaces, a sheltered outdoor deck with integrated lighting and built-in barbecue creates a stunning entertaining space, while additional ground floor storage, a wine cellar, and utility spaces provide stylish, yet, practical support. The property has three private moorings and immediate access to The River Thames and nearby marina facilities.

Situation - Wargrave and Twyford offer local shops and fast trains to London, with Crossrail soon from Twyford. Henley-on-Thames, just over 4 miles away, provides shopping, schools, and riverside leisure, while the M4 gives swift access to London, Heathrow, and beyond. The area is a haven for golf, racing, boating, and country pursuits, with schools including Eton, Shiplake College, and Wellington College close by.

Services - Mains electricity. Private water supply. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage.
Wokingham District Council, tax band: G
EPC Rating: D.