Summary - 27 BAY ROAD BRACKNELL RG12 2NR
4 bed 2 bath Detached
Charming family home with large garden and workshop near Bracknell centre.
Grade II listed thatched cottage, built in the 1590s
A rare Grade II listed thatched cottage offering striking period character and family-sized accommodation in central Bracknell. The house dates from the 1590s and retains timber framing, a thatched roof and low ceilings that create an intimate, historic atmosphere across four bedrooms and multiple reception rooms, including a Victorian‑style conservatory overlooking the garden.
The large, gated front and rear gardens, off‑street parking and substantial outbuildings (workshop and separate studio/home‑office) add practical space and flexibility for a growing family or a home‑based worker. The property sits within easy reach of Bracknell town centre, the Lexicon shopping area and local schools, with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal already in place.
There are important practical considerations: Grade II listing will restrict alterations and requires consenting for many works, and the thatched roof and timber construction need specialist, ongoing maintenance. The site is marked as high flood risk which will affect insurance and may need mitigation. The solid walls likely lack modern cavity insulation, so retrofit costs should be expected to improve thermal performance and running costs. Council tax is above average.
Offered as freehold at £600,000, this is best suited to buyers who value historic character and are prepared for conservation responsibilities and potential retrofit or flood‑mitigation measures. For a family seeking a distinctive, character home close to amenities, the property presents genuine long‑term appeal with usable external space and practical outbuildings.
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