A great opportunity to purchase a substantial, un-modernised Edwardian semi detached house in one of the University areas premier roads directly overlooking the grounds of the University. Being sold with the benefit of recently granted planning permission for a rear extension and a loft conversion properties of this type a very rarely available. Accommodation includes a large entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, two shower rooms and a separate WC. The property retains a number of attractive Edwardian period features and has gas central heating. A particular feature of the property is the open aspect and attractive views at the front and rear. It has front and back gardens with a good size enclosed frontage providing off road parking for up to three vehicles, the option of vehicular side access and access to the garage from Marlborough Avenue. Early viewing is strongly advised.
STORM PORCH:
Double front doors to,
ENTRANCE HALL:
A spacious hall with an understairs cupboard, large shelved cupboard, staircase to first floor, doors to all rooms
CLOAKROOM:
Low level WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail.
SITTING ROOM: - 14'11" (4.55m) x 16'4" (4.98m) Into Bay
Secondary glazed sash bay window, tiled fireplace, picture rails, ceiling rose, cornice ceiling.
DINING ROOM: - 14'11" (4.55m) x 11'3" (3.43m)
Fireplace surround, French doors to garden.
KITCHEN: - 10'10" (3.3m) Min x 11'1" (3.38m)
Comprising double bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink, work surfaces with eye and base level drawer and cupboards, AEG electric oven, Bosch dishwasher, sash window, fireplace with gas fired boiler, storage cupboards, door to,
LOBBY:
Open to rear garden, door to garage/workshop.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING:
Two loft hatches the larger of which has a pull down ladder. SEE PLANS FOR DETAILS OF CONVERSION. Doors to all bedrooms, shower room and WC.
BEDROOM ONE: - 13'5" (4.09m) x 16'4" (4.98m) Into Bay
Enjoys excellent views over the University playing fields and morning sun. Secondary glazed sash bay window, fireplace surround, picture rails, cornice ceiling.
BEDROOM TWO: - 15'0" (4.57m) x 11'3" (3.43m)
Two double wardrobes, two sash windows.
BEDROOM THREE: - 12'6" (3.81m) x 9'1" (2.77m) Min
This room provides a self contained studio which benefits from a large modern en-suite, excellent storage and a clever concealed kitchenette with sink, hob, fridge, microwave and cupboards. Period fireplace and sash window. Enjoys evening sun and attractive views over University gardens.
EN-SUITE:
A good size with a modern suite comprising 1100mm tiled shower cubicle with shower mixer, wash hand basin with drawers under, low level WC, tiled floor, heated towel rail, frosted sash window.
BEDROOM FOUR: - 7'5" (2.26m) x 9'4" (2.84m)
Sash window.
SHOWER ROOM:
Tiled shower cubicle, wash hand basin with cupboard under, airing cupboard, heated towel rail, frosted sash window.
WC:
Low level WC, sash window.
OUTSIDE
FRONT GARDEN:
Enclosed by a brick wall with wrought iron railings, parking for three cars, shrub borders, side access to rear garden.
REAR GARDEN:
An enclosed walled garden, mainly lawned with fruit trees and shrub beds. Double gates give vehicular access from Marlborough Avenue to the rear.
GARAGE/WORKSHOP: - 12'7" (3.84m) Max x 20'7" (6.27m) Max
Double doors, Belfast sink, power and light, door to lobby.
MISCELLANEOUS:
The property has the benefit of recently granted planning permission in February 2020, application number 191695, for the demolition of existing flat roof extension at the rear of the property and erection of replacement flat roof extension. Alterations to fenestration on North East elevation. Internal alterations and loft conversion. These plans can be viewed online at reading.gov.uk
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Purchasers must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.