Beggars Hill Road, Lands End, Twyford, Reading, RG10

A Grade II listed Art Deco residence designed by Guy Morgan set within mature grounds featuring a swimming pool and pond.

Description

An impressive Grade II listed residence designed in 1935 by the renowned Art Deco architect Guy Morgan for Frederick George Miles and Maxine “Blossom” Miles, pioneers of British aviation and founders of Miles Aircraft. The property represents an important example of Modern Movement architecture and retains many of the design principles associated with the Art Deco period, including sweeping curved forms, extensive glazing and a striking central staircase illuminated by a full-height glazed screen.

Extending to approximately 3,906 sq ft of internal accommodation, the house is arranged over two principal floors with additional cellar space. The ground floor is centred around a generous entrance hall and comprises a series of interconnected reception rooms, including a dining room with a curved bay projection, together with a kitchen and ancillary accommodation. The first floor provides four bedrooms, a study and bathroom facilities, arranged around the dramatic stair hall and central void which forms a key architectural feature of the design.

The property occupies mature grounds incorporating extensive lawned gardens, a swimming pool, terrace areas and a pond. A range of ancillary outbuildings provide additional storage and utility accommodation.

Frederick George Miles and Blossom Miles were among the most influential figures in British aviation during the 1930s and 1940s. Through the establishment and development of Miles Aircraft, they contributed significantly to aircraft design and manufacturing during a transformative period in the history of flight. The house remains closely associated with their legacy and with the advancement of British aviation during the interwar and wartime years.

Recognised for its architectural and historic importance,the property combines significant provenance with a distinctive architectural identity, preserving many of the characteristics that have made it an important example of 1930s Modern Movement residential design.

Square Footage: 3,906 sq ft


Acreage: 5 Acres

Additional Info

Holding Deposit : £2,307.69 ( 1 week )
Deposit Payable : £13,846.15 ( 6 weeks )
Rent must be paid monthly in advance