Property description

An elegant four storey Victorian townhouse with contemporary interiors in the South Park Conservation Area. Beautifully presented and cleverly modernised, Bay Tree House has been updated and extended in a unique contemporary style. A new kitchen/dining room has been created on the lower ground floor with bi-fold doors leading to a sunken terrace and garden. The house retains original features such as high ceilings, high skirting boards and sash windows and is perfect for the modern family who appreciates character and style. EPC F.
LOCAL INFORMATION
Crescent Road is located in the charming South Park Conservation Area of Reading. It is rumoured that Mr Huntley of Huntley & Palmers biscuit built the house in 1856 and the property was used as a Scattered Home in 1911to provide safe harbour for children during the war. Local amenities include specialist shops and cafes and opposite Bay Tree House is Reading University Technical Campus and the new Maiden Erlegh school which opened in September 2015. The area is well served with schools including Kendrick, Abbey and Reading School. Central Reading is a desirable area for commuters and families alike with fast non-stop services to London, Paddington (from 28 minutes) with Crossrail allowing direct access to the City, Canary Wharf, the West End and Heathrow Airport from 2018. There is easy access to Junctions 11& 12 of the M4 and Heathrow Airport is within 30 miles. The town is an intriguing mix of old and new, with a fine Town Hall, the Abbey ruins and Forbury Gardens next to the newly developed railway station and Oracle shopping centre offering numerous bars, restaurants and the latest shops. Reading is set between the River Thames and River Kennet which meanders through the centre. There is no shortage of leisure facilities with various gyms, clubs and societies including its own Football and Rugby teams.
ACCOMMODATION
Steps lead up to the original panelled front door and into a glass lobby with stained glass windows. The reception hall has chequerboard black and white tiles and doors lead to the elegant drawing room. This is a lovely light room with a pair of floor to ceiling sash windows, a polished Amtico floor and original bookshelves with cupboards below. The sitting room overlooks the back garden and has a pair of large windows, a gas fire with limestone surround, fitted cupboards. Down stairs to the lower ground floor is a family room, this is a cosy room with an open fireplace with marble surround and fitted cupboards and an oak floor. There is a stylish cloakroom with designer basin and a laundry cupboard with clothes dryer. The kitchen/dining room has been cleverly designed and is a spacious 21’ in length. There is a superb array of Domostone wall and floor cabinets with stone worksurfaces, appliances include a fridge/freezer, microwave, two ovens, wine fridge, water softener and dishwasher. There is a central island and full width bi-fold doors and a slate terrace with steps inset with lights that lead up to the garden.
First and Second Floor
From the ground floor, an original staircase leads to the first floor with two light and spacious bedrooms each with large windows, built-in wardrobes and en-suite bathrooms. On the second floor there are three further bedrooms and a shower room. There are some fine views from the top floor of the house.
OUTSIDE
To the front of the property is the landscaped front garden and parking area. The garage is double length being 36’ overall with a workshop area at one end. A secure gate leads to the walled back garden which has been beautifully landscaped with mature fig, apple and walnut trees. Leafy trees and shrubs provide privacy and seclusion and there is a well-maintained lawn, edged with perennial plants. At the bottom of the garden is the timber and glass home office, a fully functioning space with power and light.
LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES
Services

All mains connected. Gas fired central heating. Underfloor heating to kitchen/dining room, family room and cloakroom.



Local Authority

Reading Borough Council, www.reading.gov.uk.


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DISCLAIMER
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An elegant four storey Victorian townhouse with contemporary interiors in the South Park Conservation Area. Beautifully presented and cleverly modernised, Bay Tree House has been updated and extended in a unique contemporary style. A new kitchen/dining room has been created on the lower ground floor with bi-fold doors leading to a sunken terrace and garden. The house retains original features such as high ceilings, high skirting boards and sash windows and is perfect for the modern family who appreciates character and style. EPC F.

Property Features :

• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms (2 en-suite)
• Superb Kitchen/dining room
• Elegant rooms and high ceilings
• Double garage and gardens