House For Sale £2,500,000
Victorian Church to Contemporary Home
In 2017 in the rural village of Grazeley, Berkshire, the conversion of a Victorian Grade 2 Listed Church was completed. It has been transformed into a beautiful, sophisticated and unique, 5-bedroom home of c.3500 Sq. ft. in 2020, The Coach House, an ancillary building was converted, to provide a further 1400 sq. ft of flexible accommodation ideal for staff, additional family members or office/gym/recording studio.
The Church
The original Victorian church was built in 1850 and the conversion sympathetically retains original features whilst providing flexible living accommodation. The property has a completely new roof and flooring system with a self-supporting steel frame for the new 5-bedroom home. Essentially, this is a new house built within a Church. High-tech with all the latest facilities, including underfloor heating, ventilation system, CCTV with clever and energy-saving smart-home technology.
The original church door leads into an impressive entrance hall which in turn leads to the Dining Room and Lounge. This huge open space has the pulpit and the stunning stained-glass windows have been retained, extraordinary ceiling heights and feature lighting create Wow-factor in abundance. The 'new house' sits perfectly inside the church with two additional floors making use of the high ceilings.
A modern, sleek kitchen sits underneath the gallery and offers appliances and amenities for the most exacting chef. The stone colour and Quartz worktop compliment the gorgeous windows and wood carvings. The Italian kitchen has a five-metre-wide island dividing it from the dining area that can seat 20 for a dinner party. Over the dining table is a bespoke feature light. The light cascades from the top of the ceiling, dropping 7.5 metres in spectacular style. The lighting (controlled by the smart-home system) is a triumph using colour-changing LEDs and spotlights that create drama and different moods, both inside and out. A gallery hovers above the kitchen and looks down over the voluminous space below. This mezzanine with glass balustrades is the most peaceful space to sit and read, do yoga or listen to music - the acoustics are incredible! The ground floor also has an Office/further reception room, Bedroom Five,
Utility Room, Cloak Room and ample storage.
Upstairs are 4 further Double Bedrooms with Built in Wardrobes. The bathrooms are fitted with Villeroy and Boch sanitary ware, and Porcelanosa tiles with mood lighting. The freestanding bath in the master bedroom suite sits perfectly in front of the huge West window - the perfect place to watch the sunset with a glass of wine!
The Coach House - Ancillary Building
The recently converted Coach House, offers myriad uses. This annex/extra accommodation could be used for many purposes. Its purpose at present is for staff/family living, however these rooms would offer themselves well for office, gym, art studio etc.
The rear ground floor of the building has 3 French doors onto decking, overlooking a large lawn and field views. Upstairs the property has both a view of the church and grounds.
The Grounds
Upon arrival. the electric gates open to reveal beautifully landscaped gardens and driveway parking (approx. 12-15 vehicles). There are several lawned areas amongst seasonal planting giving interest throughout the year. Mature trees provide privacy and seclusion.
There are 2 patios for al-fresco dining. The West Patio is a suntrap for soaking up the afternoon and evening sun. The North Patio, with its hot tub, offers morning and late evening sun and dappled shade throughout the day.
The decking at the rear of The Coach House overlooks a large lawn, a young orchard and the fields beyond.
The grounds are private, secure and have CCTV.
Location
This rural location provides countryside walks, jogging and cycling from the door step. The property is surrounded by open countryside and has the village pond opposite.
Located in the village of Grazeley, the property has excellent transport links. The M4 is easily accessible and Heathrow Airport is less than 30 miles away. Reading Train Station is approximately 5 miles away. Reading to London Paddington Station is a 23 minute rail journey.
Shinfield Studios are only 3.5 miles away and Reading provides comprehensive shopping, recreation and leisure facilities.
The local area has some fine schools including Wellington College, Bradfield College, Queen Anne's Caversham, Reading Bluecoat, The Abbey and Reading School.
There are several country pubs in walking distance and Wokefield Park Hotel and Golf Course is a couple of miles away.
The Church is set in quiet and private country lane with just 3 other properties.
Council Tax Band: G (Wokingham Borough Council )
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Bank G (approx £3,421 pa)
In 2017 in the rural village of Grazeley, Berkshire, the conversion of a Victorian Grade 2 Listed Church was completed. It has been transformed into a beautiful, sophisticated and unique, 5-bedroom home of c.3500 Sq. ft. in 2020, The Coach House, an ancillary building was converted, to provide a further 1400 sq. ft of flexible accommodation ideal for staff, additional family members or office/gym/recording studio.
The Church
The original Victorian church was built in 1850 and the conversion sympathetically retains original features whilst providing flexible living accommodation. The property has a completely new roof and flooring system with a self-supporting steel frame for the new 5-bedroom home. Essentially, this is a new house built within a Church. High-tech with all the latest facilities, including underfloor heating, ventilation system, CCTV with clever and energy-saving smart-home technology.
The original church door leads into an impressive entrance hall which in turn leads to the Dining Room and Lounge. This huge open space has the pulpit and the stunning stained-glass windows have been retained, extraordinary ceiling heights and feature lighting create Wow-factor in abundance. The 'new house' sits perfectly inside the church with two additional floors making use of the high ceilings.
A modern, sleek kitchen sits underneath the gallery and offers appliances and amenities for the most exacting chef. The stone colour and Quartz worktop compliment the gorgeous windows and wood carvings. The Italian kitchen has a five-metre-wide island dividing it from the dining area that can seat 20 for a dinner party. Over the dining table is a bespoke feature light. The light cascades from the top of the ceiling, dropping 7.5 metres in spectacular style. The lighting (controlled by the smart-home system) is a triumph using colour-changing LEDs and spotlights that create drama and different moods, both inside and out. A gallery hovers above the kitchen and looks down over the voluminous space below. This mezzanine with glass balustrades is the most peaceful space to sit and read, do yoga or listen to music - the acoustics are incredible! The ground floor also has an Office/further reception room, Bedroom Five,
Utility Room, Cloak Room and ample storage.
Upstairs are 4 further Double Bedrooms with Built in Wardrobes. The bathrooms are fitted with Villeroy and Boch sanitary ware, and Porcelanosa tiles with mood lighting. The freestanding bath in the master bedroom suite sits perfectly in front of the huge West window - the perfect place to watch the sunset with a glass of wine!
The Coach House - Ancillary Building
The recently converted Coach House, offers myriad uses. This annex/extra accommodation could be used for many purposes. Its purpose at present is for staff/family living, however these rooms would offer themselves well for office, gym, art studio etc.
The rear ground floor of the building has 3 French doors onto decking, overlooking a large lawn and field views. Upstairs the property has both a view of the church and grounds.
The Grounds
Upon arrival. the electric gates open to reveal beautifully landscaped gardens and driveway parking (approx. 12-15 vehicles). There are several lawned areas amongst seasonal planting giving interest throughout the year. Mature trees provide privacy and seclusion.
There are 2 patios for al-fresco dining. The West Patio is a suntrap for soaking up the afternoon and evening sun. The North Patio, with its hot tub, offers morning and late evening sun and dappled shade throughout the day.
The decking at the rear of The Coach House overlooks a large lawn, a young orchard and the fields beyond.
The grounds are private, secure and have CCTV.
Location
This rural location provides countryside walks, jogging and cycling from the door step. The property is surrounded by open countryside and has the village pond opposite.
Located in the village of Grazeley, the property has excellent transport links. The M4 is easily accessible and Heathrow Airport is less than 30 miles away. Reading Train Station is approximately 5 miles away. Reading to London Paddington Station is a 23 minute rail journey.
Shinfield Studios are only 3.5 miles away and Reading provides comprehensive shopping, recreation and leisure facilities.
The local area has some fine schools including Wellington College, Bradfield College, Queen Anne's Caversham, Reading Bluecoat, The Abbey and Reading School.
There are several country pubs in walking distance and Wokefield Park Hotel and Golf Course is a couple of miles away.
The Church is set in quiet and private country lane with just 3 other properties.
Council Tax Band: G (Wokingham Borough Council )
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Bank G (approx £3,421 pa)
