Stanford Dingley, Reading, RG7

Wayside Cottage is a beautifully designed house, finished to an exacting standard and set within approximately 1.03 acres of beautifully maintained grounds. Offering remarkable privacy and tranquility, the property enjoys a wonderfully peaceful setting, with gardens orientated to the south and west, ensuring an abundance of natural light throughout the day.

Property Description
Completed in 2016, the house combines contemporary design with elegant, high-quality finishes, all positioned within an idyllic rural location in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The ground floor opens into an impressive reception hall, creating an immediate sense of space and refinement. There are three principal reception rooms, including a dual-aspect drawing room with a fireplace and wood-burning stove, a well-appointed study with bespoke cabinetry, and a comfortable family room featuring an electric fireplace. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen/breakfast/sitting room, superbly fitted with high-specification units and featuring French doors that open directly onto a generous terrace— ideal for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. A spacious utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.
Upstairs, the principal suite offers a luxurious retreat, comprising a generous bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a recently refurbished en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. There are four further bedrooms, two of which benefit from newly fitted en suite facilities, in addition to a stylish family bathroom.
The property is approached via electric aluminium gates, leading to a sweeping gravel driveway lined with ornamental cherry trees, creating a striking approach to the house. The gardens surround the property and are predominantly laid to lawn, complemented by a substantial terrace adjoining the kitchen. At the far end of the grounds, a large swimming pool is accompanied by a superb outdoor kitchen, bar, and dining area—perfectly suited for entertaining. Additional features include extensive parking, a garage/workshop, storage facilities, and a self-contained studio above, complete with its own kitchen and bathroom.

Stanford Dingley, West Berkshire
Stanford Dingley is a highly desirable village in West Berkshire with a Saxon church and two public houses, The Bull Inn dating back to the 15th Century and The Old Boot which dates back to the 18th Century. The charming village sits in beautiful farmland and woodland within the valley of the River Pang. The nearby village of Southend Bradfield offers excellent local amenities including churches, public houses and a village shop. Bradfield College is nearby and also has excellent sporting facilities available via membership, including a golf course, indoor sports complex, pool and tennis centre. Reading and Newbury are 10 and 9 miles away respectively and provide more comprehensive facilities and shopping opportunities. The area benefits from excellent commuter and travel facilities with easy access onto the M4 at junctions 12 and 13 to London and the West Country, and an excellent train service from Reading or Pangbourne to London Paddington.
There are a number of highly regarded state and independent schools within easy reach of the house including Harriett House Montessori School, St Andrew’s Preparatory School, Yattendon Primary School, Elstree Preparatory School, Brockhurst & Marlston House Preparatory School, Bradfield College, Downe House and Pangbourne College.

Services
•Mains water, electricity and drainage. Underfloor heating is installed throughout on the ground floors.
•Connection to Gigaclear ultra-fast fibre broadband is available at the property.
•Council tax – Band G 2026/2027 £4,063.01
•Local authority: West Berkshire Council. Telephone
•Postcode: RG7 6JP

Fixtures And Fittings
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments etc., are specifically excluded but may be made available by separate negotiation.

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