Property description
Purley Magna is an exquisitely restored Georgian mansion set in 7 acres of gated Parkland with landscaped gardens, rolling lawns and tennis court. The elevated situation gives beautiful views across the surrounding countryside and up the Thames valley towards Reading, and with windows on all sides, the sunlight pours into the rooms. Restored about 10 years ago by renowned local builders T A Fisher in co-operation with English Heritage, the quality and elegance of the accommodation is unmatched in the area.
This elegantly proportioned apartment occupies the entire top floor of this grade II* Mansion House. Everything about this property oozes quality and sophistication and be assured; there is no shortage of space! EPC Rating D.
LOCATION Purley Magna is an exquisitely restored Georgian mansion set in 7 acres of gated Parkland with landscaped gardens, rolling lawns and tennis court. The elevated situation gives beautiful views across the surrounding countryside and up the Thames valley towards Reading, and with windows on all sides, the sunlight pours into the rooms. Restored within the last 10 years by renowned local builders T A Fisher in co-operation with English Heritage, the quality and elegance of the accommodation is unmatched in the area. Purley on Thames is a riverside village between Pangbourne and Reading with facilities all within a short walk or drive. Tilehurst railway station is about 10 minutes walk away and is just one stop form Reading with its frequent 25 minute non stop service to London Paddington, and J12 of the M4 is about three miles away. There is a large Waitrose in Tilehurst and Purley Magna lies on the Thames long distance footpath.
ACCOMMODATION Hallway, high specification kitchen breakfast room, drawing room, sitting room, master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bath and double shower, spacious bedroom 2 with en suite bathroom and shower which is also accessed via the hallway, further double bedroom, private basement storage.
OUTSIDE SPACE There is a garage and plenty of additional secure parking within the gated grounds.
Purley Magna is, in essence, a small country estate with mature trees and shrubs, many of which date from the original landscape design. Undulating open lawns surround a good proportion of the property. The setting provides a matchless place through which to stroll, whilst the more energetic will doubtless appreciate their right to use the tennis court located within the grounds.
TENURE The property is held on the balance of a 999 year lease expiring in 3004.
The ground rent is £100 per annum and the service charge is £3,200 for the six months to 30th June 2016. This covers building Insurance, communal parts electricity, garden maintenance, exterior decorating sink fund, electric gates maintenance, window cleaning and other items of general maintenance.
LOCAL AUTHORITY AND SERVICES West Berkshire Council, Newbury - www.westberks.co.uk
Council Tax Band G - £2,552 for 2015/2016
All main services, gas central heating.
CONVEYANCING Through our in house Conveyancing team, we can ensure ease and efficiency for a competitive, no-sale, no-fee quote. Ask us for a quote today.
DISCLAIMER These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.
Property Features :
- Beautifully Restored Grade II* Mansion House
- A property with the wow factor!
- 7 Acres Grounds, Tennis Court, Garage
- Elevated Views Over The Grounds & Beyond
- Graciously Proportioned Apartment