Summary - 1 DUCHESS CLOSE WHITCHURCH ON THAMES READING RG8 7EN
Grade II listed period house circa 1600 with Victorian extension
Approximately 2,400 sq ft: 4 beds, 2 baths, 4 reception rooms
Recently refurbished: new flooring, rewiring, underfloor heating ground floor
Bespoke kitchen with roof lantern, walk‑in larder, integrated appliances
Private walled front and rear gardens, summer house, detached garage
Cellar with wine racks; boiler located in cellar
Solid brick walls (no assumed insulation); secondary glazing present
Listed status restricts alterations and may increase ongoing costs
A beautifully restored Grade II listed house offering about 2,400 sq ft of flexible living in the heart of Whitchurch-on-Thames. The property blends 17th‑century origins and Victorian extension with careful modern upgrades — engineered oak floors, a bespoke kitchen, underfloor heating to much of the ground floor and renewed sanitaryware — while retaining original period detail such as ornate fireplaces, high ceilings and bay windows.
Accommodation is arranged over multiple levels and will suit a family seeking village life with good commuting links. The layout includes four reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room with roof lantern, a generous main bedroom with walk‑in wardrobe and ensuite, two further double bedrooms, a smaller fourth bedroom/study and a sizable cellar with wine racking and boiler. Outside are walled front and rear gardens, a summer house, detached garage and private driveway; the plot extends to c.0.16 acre.
Notable positives include the large overall size, attractive gardens and proximity to excellent local schools, Pangbourne station and riverside walks. Practical drawbacks are material and statutory: Grade II listed status will affect future alterations and may require specialist consent and costs. The property has solid brick walls (original construction) with no retrofit insulation assumed, secondary glazing rather than full replacement windows, and a Council Tax Band F (described as expensive). Buyers should also verify services and listed‑works history despite recent refurbishment.
This house will appeal to buyers who value character, generous rooms and village riverside living but who accept the responsibilities and cost implications of owning a listed period home. Early viewing is recommended to appreciate the scale, architectural detail and private garden setting.
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