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The Mount
6 bed character detached property, Caversham Heights
Philip Baker & Co are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally attractive 5/6 bedroom, character detached property which is located in a much sought after position set within the favoured and prestigious district of Caversham Heights.
Building of the property commenced in 1898, the late Victorian period and was completed in 1905, the early Edwardian period. The property thus enjoys high ceilings, panelled doors and deep skirtings which, together with other period features, have been carefully retained and sympathetically integrated into the needs of the 21st century.
A credit to the present owners, the property is offered in superb order throughout and a substantial investment has been made over the last two years to make this such a stunning home. The property offers extremely spacious and exceptionally flexible accommodation which includes four reception areas, a beautiful 21ft kitchen/breakfast room, 5/6 bedrooms and three bathroom facilities.
In addition to the features on offer, the property also enjoys the added benefit of a two storey garage/studio building in the grounds. On the first floor of the building is a multi use room of excellent proportions which extends to 19'9 x 17'6 which would be ideal as a hobbies room or a perfect place to work from home.
The property sits to the rear of its plot and enjoys a good sized private garden which is predominantly to the front of the house. Laid mainly to lawn, the garden is well screened by a wide and most attractive range of mature shrubs and specimen trees. To the side of the property is a large, multi level patio area with a wide range of shrub and flower beds and borders. Immediately to the front of the property is an extensive driveway and parking area which leads to the garage and also offers excellent off road parking for several vehicles.
Features
- Enclosed Entrance Porch
- Large Entrance Hall
- 21ft Sitting Room With A Feature Fireplace
- 15ft Dining Room With A Feature Fireplace
- 13ft Family Room
- 17ft Study
- 21ft Kitchen/breakfast Room
- 5/6 Bedrooms Over Two Floors
- Two Bathroom Facilities
- Gas Fired Central Heating
- 17ft Garage With A Studio Room Above
- Excellent Off Road Parking To Front
- Delightful Enclosed And Private Gardens
- No Ongoing Chain
Location
Most conveniently located, the property is situated within easy reach of Caversham village centre, local shops, schools, buses, parkland and amenities. For the sporting minded, there is the excellent Caversham lawn tennis club nearby, plus two first class golf courses.
Directions
Leave Caversham village centre via Church Road and take the first right hand turning into St. Annes Road. Turn left after a short distance into Clifton Park Road and at the road junction turn right into The Mount. Number 4 is the third house along on the left hand side.
Details
Enclosed Entrance Porch
Original patterned tiled flooring. Large coats cupboard with a part leaded door. Wall light.
Large Entrance Hall
Most attractive natural pine staircase. Dado rail. Coved ceiling. Radiator. Telephone point.
Sitting Room
Dual aspect and overlooking the gardens to both front and side. Double glazed French doors and panels give access to the patio area at rear. Feature pine open fireplace with a cast iron fireplace and a slate hearth. Coved ceiling and ceiling rose. Two radiators. TV Point.
Dining Room
Dual aspect and overlooking the garden to both front and side via large sash windows. Feature open and recessed fireplace with a timber mantel. Two radiators. TV point. Coved ceiling. Twin archways give access to the sitting room.
Family Room
Overlooking the garden to rear. Natural stripped pine flooring. Built in storage cupboard with double doors. Large china cupboard with part glazed doors and a storage area above. Radiator. Coved ceiling.
Study
Overlooking the garden to front. Polished, cast iron, fireplace with a fitted gas coal fire and marble hearth. Part, oak panelled surrounds. Excellent range of fitted book shelves and storage cupboards. Coved ceiling. Radiator. Telephone point.
Kitchen/breakfast Room
A superbly appointed kitchen with a lovely vaulted ceiling and fitted with extensive range of oak units comprising: Double bowl, single drainer, stainless steel sink unit with cupboards under. Rangemaster Teledo range oven with a five ring gas hob unit. Stainless steel extractor hood. Baumatic integrated dishwasher and a Miele integrated washing machine. Further excellent range of high and low level units, ample work surface areas, power points and appliance spaces. Oak flooring with under floor heating. Sealed unit double glazed French doors give access to the garden at rear. A stable door gives access to the garden and patio area to side.
Staircase
Gives access to the first floor landing. A large window overlooks the garden to front. Dado rail. Coved ceiling.
Bedroom 1
Overlooking the garden to rear. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Double multi-glazed doors give access to:
En-suite Bathroom
A stylish white suite comprising: Panelled bath with central taps. Large built in shower unit with a "rain head" shower. Wash hand basin set in a vanity area. Low level WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Recessed ceiling lighting. Ceramic tiled flooring.
Dressing Room/bedroom 2
Overlooking the garden to side. Coved ceiling. Radiator.
Bedroom 3
Overlooking the garden to side. Radiator.
Bathroom
A superbly appointed bathroom with a white suite comprising: Panelled bath with an independent shower unit and "rain head" shower. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Large double built in cupboard also housing the Megaflow hot water cylinder. Recessed ceiling lighting. Ceramic tiled flooring. Door to:
Utility Area
Deep glaze butler's sink. Excellent range of storage cupboards. Heated towel rail. Ceramic tiled flooring.
Staircase
Gives access to the second floor landing. Enjoying elevated views across the garden to front. Good range of storage cupboards. Trap to roof space.
Bedroom 4
Overlooking garden to side. Large double built in wardrobe cupboard. Under eaves cupboard. Twin velux windows. Window seat with storage space under. Radiator.
Bedroom 5
Overlooking the garden to rear. Twin velux windows. Under eaves cupboard. Radiator.
Bedroom 6
Overlooking the garden to side. Large double built in wardrobe cupboard. Range of shelving. Under eaves cupboard. Velux window. Radiator.
Bathroom And Shower Room
A stylish bathroom and shower room with a white suite comprising:- Corner shower cubicle with an independent shower unit. Wash hand basin set in a vanity area. Low level WC with a concealed cistern and a range of cupboards. Further built in storage cupboard. Chrome heated towel rail. Ceramic tiled flooring. Recessed ceiling lighting.
OUTSIDE
Annexe Building
This detached, two storey, building is set in the grounds of the property and is an excellent addition to the existing property. On the ground floor is:
The Garage
Single up and over door. Power and lighting. Personal door to the rear. An outside toilet is accessed via a door to the rear of the garage and also has wheelchair access.
A stairway approached from the rear of the garage gives access to:
The Studio
A super room which offers a wide range of opportunities to be used as a place to work from home, studio, playroom and many other uses. The studio has a triple aspect and overlooks the gardens and has an attractive vaulted ceiling with a range of ceiling beams. Single drainer, stainless steel, sink unit with cupboards under. Excellent range of window seats with cupboards under. Sealed unit double glazed windows. Four wall mounted electric heaters.
The Gardens
The property sits to the rear of its plot and enjoys a large and private garden which is predominantly to the front of the house. Laid mainly to lawn, the garden is well screened by a wide and most attractive range of mature shrubs and specimen trees. To the side of the garden is a large multi level patio area with a wide range of shrub and flower borders. Immediately to the front of the property is an extensive driveway and parking area which leads to the garage and also offers off road parking for several vehicles.