3 bed detached house for sale

Church Lane, Shinfield, Reading, Berkshire RG2

Offered to the market with no onward chain, this former girls' school retains its original stone arches on both the front and rear doors and is situated on a sought-after road in Shinfield. Nestled within its own secluded grounds, Nursery Cottage is a beautifully presented three/four-bedroom detached family home.

Set over two floors, the property features two separate reception rooms, a well-appointed kitchen with a pantry, and an inviting entrance porch on the ground floor. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a study that can also serve as a fourth bedroom.

Outside, the home sits on a generous plot behind wooden gates, offering privacy and ample space. The grounds include a detached garage and extensive off-road parking. Conveniently located for easy access to local amenities, transport links, and Junction 11 of the M4, this charming property is not to be missed. EPC Rating: D

Local Information
Shinfield Village is a charming and well-connected area with a blend of historic and modern amenities. At the heart of the village is School Green, a hub of community life that features the village green, local pubs, shops, and the Shinfield Primary School, along with recreation grounds for leisure activities. The historic Shinfield St. Mary's Church, located on Church Lane, adds a touch of heritage to the area, sitting on the north-west ridge of the village.
For those seeking more extensive amenities, Lower Earley is nearby, offering a range of facilities including superstores, a petrol station, takeaways, and restaurants. Shinfield is particularly attractive to commuters due to its convenient access to major transport routes, including the M4, A33, and A329m. While the local shops provide for day-to-day needs, larger shopping expeditions can be made to Wokingham or Reading, with Reading's Oracle Shopping Centre offering a wide variety of retail options.
The village is also well-served by public transport, with railway stations in Winnersh, Wokingham, and Reading providing routes to London and the West Country. Additionally, Junction 11 of the M4 offers easy access to Heathrow Airport, Central London, the West Country, and the M25, making Shinfield a strategic location for both local living and broader travel.

Accommodation
The property is accessed through an entrance porch, which opens into a welcoming entrance hall with stairs leading to the first floor. From here, doors lead to the dining room, which seamlessly flows into the sitting room. On the other side, the hallway leads to the kitchen/breakfast room, complete with a pantry, and continues to a rear porch that provides access to the garden. Upstairs, a central landing connects all the bedrooms and the family bathroom.

Outside Space
The property is set behind wooden gates, offering ample driveway parking. To the side, there is a garage with a dedicated storage area. The generously sized garden wraps around the home, providing plenty of outdoor space.

Additional Information
Water, mains, gas and electric connected
Wokingham Borough Council
Council Tax Band F
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