Abbey Gardens, Woolhampton, Reading, RG7, RG7
- PROPERTY TYPE
Flat
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
661 sq ft
61 sq m
Key features
- Located within the historic Abbey Gardens development
- Set in the former Douai Abbey School (Grade II listed)
- Positioned in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Residents’ private paddock and children’s play area
- Access to extensive communal grounds
- Beautiful two-bedroom ground-floor apartment
- Spacious open-plan living and dining area
- Well-equipped modern kitchen
- Principal bedroom with built-in storage
- Transport links to Reading & London Paddington
Description
A beautifully presented two-bedroom ground-floor apartment set within the historic Abbey Gardens, offering allocated parking and no onward chain. The property features spacious open-plan living, a well-equipped kitchen, and generous bedrooms. Available as a shared ownership or to purchase in full.
Property Details
A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented two-bedroom ground-floor apartment, set within the charming grounds of the former Douai Abbey School. Offered with off-road parking and no onward chain, this home enjoys a truly special setting surrounded by miles of picturesque countryside.
The property is available on a 30% shared ownership basis, with the option to purchase a full 100% share (valued at £245,000). For 2025/26, the monthly rent is £663.72, with service charges of £298.31, and the remaining lease term is approximately 106 years.
Abbey Gardens forms part of the historic Douai Abbey School, a Grade II listed building dating back to the 1800s and thoughtfully converted into residential homes in 2007. The development blends character and heritage with modern living, offering beautifully maintained communal grounds, including a private paddock for residents to enjoy.
Nestled in Upper Woolhampton, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the location offers a perfect balance of peaceful countryside living and excellent connectivity. Mainline stations with direct services to London Paddington, as well as Junction 12 of the M4, are just a short seven-minute drive away. Both Reading and Newbury are easily accessible, while scenic walks can be enjoyed right from your doorstep.
Positioned on the ground floor, the apartment provides well-proportioned and thoughtfully arranged accommodation throughout. A spacious open-plan living and dining area flows seamlessly into a well-equipped kitchen, creating a welcoming and sociable living space.
There are two bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with built-in storage, alongside a modern family bathroom and two additional storage cupboards.
Externally, the property benefits from an allocated parking space, with residents also enjoying access to expansive communal grounds and a children’s play area—ideal for those seeking outdoor space in a tranquil setting.
This property would make a wonderful first-time purchase, offering an ideal step onto the property ladder in a truly unique and scenic location.
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More details from Chancellors- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Off street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Abbey Gardens, Woolhampton, Reading, RG7, RG7
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