READING was recently named the most desirable place in the UK for first time buyers.

Whether you agree with that view in the Sunday Times or not, it's hard to deny there are lots of new houses and flats popping up across the town.

But as well as fist time buyers trying to get a foot on the ladder, there are some truly beautiful mansions out there at the upper end of the market. 

Whether you're in the market for a super pad, or just dreaming of what to spend your lottery winnings on, here are four of the best listed for sale recently.

1. Riverview Road, Pangbourne, Reading, 

Reading Chronicle:

Bedrooms 4

Price: £1.75 million

What the agent says:

HASLAMS: Triple Seven is an exceptional, individually designed modern family home tucked away on a private road close to the centre of the Thameside village of Pangbourne.

Reading Chronicle:

A vibrant pretty village with artisan shops and riverside restaurants, alongside excellent transport links with regular trains to Reading and London and just a short drive to the M4 making commuting easy. 

Reading Chronicle:

2. Wantage Road, Streatley

Reading Chronicle:

Bedrooms: 4

Price £1.3 million

What the agent says: 

Davis Tate Sales: Currently under construction is a bespoke and substantial four bedroom detached residence.

Reading Chronicle:

One of only two houses built, and the only house remaining for sale. The house will be nestled down a private lane in the popular village of Streatley, set within The Downs School catchment.

Reading Chronicle:

The property will be finished to a high standard and specification, with an anticipated completion in Autumn 2019. Accommodation will comprise: entrance hall, living room, kitchen/diner, family room, WC, utility room, master bedroom with en-suite, guest bedroom with en-suite, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. 

3. Checkendon, Reading, RG8

Reading Chronicle:

Bedrooms 4

Price £1.45 million

What the agent says:

Davis Tate Sales: Currently under construction is this impressive detached family home set on approximately 1/4 of an acre plot abutting paddocks to the rear.

Reading Chronicle:

One of only two properties by Builtform Developments, the house is finished to an exceptional quality, with a high specification and many bespoke features.

The house is thoughtful and flexible in design, and masterfully mixes a contemporary finish with traditional style. The property is nestled down a quiet country lane within this desirable semi-rural Oxfordshire village conveniently located for both Henley & Reading centres.

Reading Chronicle:

Estimated completion May 2019.


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4The Old Barn, Sonning Common

Reading Chronicle:

Bedrooms 4

Price £1,250,000

What the agent says:

Bridges Occupying grounds approaching a half acre, a rare opportunity has arisen to acquire this four bedroomed 17th century barn conversion with an additional two bedroomed house within the grounds.

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Reading Chronicle:

The Old Barn was converted in 1850, offers generous and versatile accommodation and is brimming with character appeal. Dysynni Cottage once formed a stable block and has been re built using the original materials.

This bright, spacious and well planned property is a superb feature and will appeal to those wanting to incorporate an extended family within the grounds or indeed, for business purposes subject to planning permission to change the usage.

Reading Chronicle:

The properties are approached via a long, private driveway and lead to a large gravelled area affording parking for several vehicles. The grounds are truly magnificent being established and well tended with a variety of trees, a well maintained expanse of lawn and sun terraces serving each property.

Reading Chronicle:

Sonning Common is a popular and bustling village offering many amenities including supermarkets, excellent schools for all age groups, a Doctors Surgery and a Veterinary Surgery. Reading Town Centre and Reading Mainline Railway Station are conveniently placed as are all major routes including M40, M4 and M3 whilst Heathrow Airport is approximately 35 miles.

This unique opportunity will appeal to a wide audience and an early viewing is highly recommended by the vendors sole agent.