Summary - 9 BENSON HOLME PADWORTH READING RG7 4JR
3 bed 1 bath End of Terrace
Charming village cottage with large garden, close to station — energy work required.
Three bedrooms across three floors with character fireplaces
Large enclosed rear garden, patio and shared rear lawn access
Short walk to mainline station; fast broadband available
Freehold end-terrace on a quiet no-through lane with off-street parking
Oil-fired boiler; no mains gas — ongoing fuel/maintenance costs
EPC band F — energy efficiency improvements likely needed
Single bathroom for three bedrooms; rooms small to medium sized
Built before 1900 — period features but may need updating
Set on a quiet no-through lane in the village of Padworth, this character three-bedroom end-terrace cottage blends period charm with practical village living. The sitting room and dining room both feature fireplaces and built-in shelving, creating a cosy, traditional feel. Accommodation is arranged over three floors and includes a spacious kitchen and a large, enclosed rear garden with patio and shared rear lawn access — well suited to families who value outdoor space and countryside walks.
Practical details are straightforward: the property is freehold, has off-street parking to the front, and is a short walk from the local mainline station with services to London Paddington. Nearby pubs, shops and good primary and secondary schools make the location convenient for family life. The house sits within an affluent, semi-rural area with fast broadband and average mobile signal.
Buyers should note a few material points: heating is by an oil-fired boiler to radiators (no mains gas), the EPC is band F, and there is a single bathroom serving three bedrooms. Rooms are described as small-to-medium with relatively low to standard ceiling heights, and the house dates from before 1900 — meaning some maintenance and energy-efficiency upgrading may be required. Council tax is described as expensive.
For a hands-on buyer or family seeking a village cottage with character, a sizable garden and excellent transport links, this property offers immediate charm and clear potential. Energy-efficiency improvements and cosmetic updating would add value and comfort, while the location provides an enviable balance of countryside and commuter convenience.
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