House For Sale £1,000,000
Offered to the market with no onward chain, a truly wonderful opportunity to acquire this superb and unique Grade II listed detached family home which dates back to 1635. The oldest part of the house, is the rectangle brick and flint section on the northern side and the walls which have been lined with blocks of chalk are very thick. Formerly used as a residential school for children with special needs. Believed to have been a look out for soldiers guarding the north entry to Reading and the valuable wool trade. Cromwell was supposed to have directed the firing of his cannons on Balmore Hill from an upstairs window of the house which gave a clear view of Caversham Bridge. The part of the house that overlooks Reading now was presumed to be 19th century with French windows and a veranda.
St Agnes sits in an elevated position in Emmer Green and has superb views over Hemdean Valley and is close to a wide range of local amenities. The property needs some updating and is coming to the market for the first time in 58 years.
The accommodation comprises; entrance porch, superb hallway with steps leading down to the wine cellar, wonderful 27ft sitting room with feature fireplace and two sets of French doors leading out on to the patio area which is ideal for entertaining, family room/study, a separate dining room with french doors, bespoke kitchen with stable door to a rear inner hallway and there is a utility/shower room. In addition to the ground floor there is a fantastic self-contained one bedroom annexe which has a re-fitted Ikea kitchen and shower room. To the first floor there is a generous landing with french doors that lead out onto a roof terrace and there are six bedrooms in total, with the dual aspect master bedroom enjoying spectacular views and a walk in wardrobe. In addition to this there is a generous family bathroom.
The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a terraced patio area and side access, whilst to the front there is a driveway which serves access to the double garage and there is a further parking space to the side of the property and a mature side garden.
All in all St. Agnes is a truly wonderful detached family home offering a wealth of charm and character.
Location:
The property is located just off Rotherfield Way, conveniently close to a wide range of local amenities including both primary and secondary schools within walking distance. Balmore Park and Bugs Bottom are nearby, and there are a variety of local businesses in Emmer Green including shops, supermarkets, and doctor's surgery. Caversham Centre is within walking distance with a wide range of cafés, restaurants and shops and walks along the river Thames. There are bus routes to Reading town Centre with the Oracle shopping Centre and Reading mainline train station with a fast link rail service to London, Paddington in approx. 25 minutes and the recently opened Elizabeth Line.
St Agnes sits in an elevated position in Emmer Green and has superb views over Hemdean Valley and is close to a wide range of local amenities. The property needs some updating and is coming to the market for the first time in 58 years.
The accommodation comprises; entrance porch, superb hallway with steps leading down to the wine cellar, wonderful 27ft sitting room with feature fireplace and two sets of French doors leading out on to the patio area which is ideal for entertaining, family room/study, a separate dining room with french doors, bespoke kitchen with stable door to a rear inner hallway and there is a utility/shower room. In addition to the ground floor there is a fantastic self-contained one bedroom annexe which has a re-fitted Ikea kitchen and shower room. To the first floor there is a generous landing with french doors that lead out onto a roof terrace and there are six bedrooms in total, with the dual aspect master bedroom enjoying spectacular views and a walk in wardrobe. In addition to this there is a generous family bathroom.
The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a terraced patio area and side access, whilst to the front there is a driveway which serves access to the double garage and there is a further parking space to the side of the property and a mature side garden.
All in all St. Agnes is a truly wonderful detached family home offering a wealth of charm and character.
Location:
The property is located just off Rotherfield Way, conveniently close to a wide range of local amenities including both primary and secondary schools within walking distance. Balmore Park and Bugs Bottom are nearby, and there are a variety of local businesses in Emmer Green including shops, supermarkets, and doctor's surgery. Caversham Centre is within walking distance with a wide range of cafés, restaurants and shops and walks along the river Thames. There are bus routes to Reading town Centre with the Oracle shopping Centre and Reading mainline train station with a fast link rail service to London, Paddington in approx. 25 minutes and the recently opened Elizabeth Line.
