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Davis Tate (Pangbourne)
13 Reading Road, , Pangbourne
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Full Details for 2 Bedroom Flat for sale in Reading, RG7 :

A beautifully presented and graciously proportioned ground floor apartment forming part of a conversion 10 years ago of the historic grade II listed Douai Abbey school. The development has been sympathetically designed and incorporates lovely communal gardens which have been designed by the renowned architect, Robert Adam. Awaiting EPC Rating.
LOCAL INFORMATION
Woolhampton



Woolhampton is an historic and picturesque village located along A4, about halfway between Reading and Newbury, it is also convenient for J12 and J13 of the M4.



Due to its location on the Bath Road, Woolhampton was well served by Coaching Inns. Today, a public house and a newsagents/general store remain alongside the main road, and the Rowbarge next to the swing bridge on the Kennet and Avon Canal has a great reputation for good hearty pub fare.



The Canal passes through the village which provides pleasant waterside and country walks.



Midgham Railway station is near the centre of the village and offers hourly trains to Reading and Newbury. From Reading, there is a fast service (approx 25 minutes) to London Paddington.



Woolhampton has its own Church of England Primary School and Theale Green Secondary School is a short drive away. There is a good selection of Private schools in the local area too, which include The Elstree School in Upper Woolhampton, Pangbourne College and Bradfield College.



Abbey Gardens



Abbey Gardens is in Upper Woolhampton and adjacent to the impressive English Benedictine Douai Abbey, less than a mile from the picturesque village of Woolhampton.


ACCOMMODATION
The property has some very fine period features including high ceilings and stone mullioned windows and is arranged as follows:



Communal entrance with communal hall, entrance hall, impressive drawing room with dining area and fireplace, comprehensively fitted kitchen with built-in appliances (including coffee machine), master bedroom with wardrobes and en suite shower room, second double bedroom, family bathroom.
OUTSIDE SPACE
There is a secure underground parking space in addition to an allocated outside parking space close to the entrance to Number 7.



There are beautiful and well maintained grounds. On site is a Concierge/Estate Manager who supervises the maintenance of the buildings and the grounds.
LOCAL AUTHORITY and SERVICES
West Berkshire Council - www.westberks.gov.uk

Council Tax Band E - £1868.13 for 2015/16

Mains electricity, water and drainage

Electric underfloor central heating, high quality double glazing
TENURE
The property is leasehold. We are advised that the property is held on the balance of a 150 year lease (approx. 140 years unexpired). We understand the current annual service/maintenance charge is £3,800 which includes ground rent. This information has been supplied by the owner and we have not seen the related documents and would therefore advise any interested party to make the necessary checks.
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.

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