Property description
Charming period cottage with generous gardens, character features and versatile family accommodation.
Description
Nestled within the sought after hamlet of Sonning Eye, this charming Grade II listed detached cottage combines character, space and modern comforts within a delightful rural setting. Surrounded by mature gardens and enjoying a wealth of original features.
The ground floor is centred around a beautifully appointed farmhouse style kitchen and dining room, featuring exposed beams, bespoke cabinetry and a traditional range cooker, creating a wonderful space for everyday family life and entertaining. A welcoming entrance hall provides useful additional reception space and enhances the flexible layout, while a separate reception room offers an excellent area for relaxing. A further study provides an ideal space for home working. A utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.
On the first floor are four bedrooms, including a particularly spacious principal bedroom with an accompanying contemporary shower room. A stylish family bathroom featuring a freestanding bath serves the remaining bedrooms.
Outside, the property is enveloped by established gardens with expansive lawns, mature planting and various seating areas, providing an idyllic setting for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. The enclosed garden is well suited to families with children and pets. Off street parking is available, and the property can be offered on a part furnished or unfurnished basis, subject to agreement.
Location
Sonning Eye enjoys a picturesque riverside setting on the edge of the highly regarded village of Sonning, one of the most sought after locations in South Oxfordshire. The area is known for its charming period properties, countryside surroundings and strong sense of community, whilst remaining conveniently placed for access to Reading, Henley on Thames and the wider Thames Valley.
The nearby village of Sonning offers a selection of independent shops, cafés, public houses and restaurants, together with the renowned Mill at Sonning theatre and dining venue. The River Thames provides opportunities for boating, paddleboarding and scenic riverside walks, whilst the surrounding countryside offers a wealth of footpaths and bridleways.
For commuters, Reading station provides direct services to London Paddington, London Elizabeth Line destinations, Oxford and the West Country. Twyford station also offers Elizabeth Line services into Central London, providing excellent connectivity across the region. Road links are equally convenient via the A4, M4 and M25.
The area is particularly well regarded for its schooling, with a range of highly regarded independent and state schools nearby, including The Oratory, Shiplake College, Reading Blue Coat School, Queen Anne's School and Kendrick School.
A wide range of sporting and leisure facilities are available locally, including golf courses, tennis clubs, rowing clubs and health and fitness centres. Henley Royal Regatta, Reading Festival and a variety of local country pursuits further contribute to the area's appeal, making Sonning Eye an exceptional setting for family living.
Square Footage: 2,121 sq ft
Additional Info
Holding Deposit : £921.92 ( 1 week )
Deposit Payable : £4,609.62 ( 5 weeks )
Rent must be paid monthly in advance
Key features
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Houses - Detached
Furnished or unfurnished, landlord is flexible
More features
Four bedroom period cottage | Flexible furnished or unfurnished | Off street parking available | Beautiful mature garden surrounds | Character features throughout home | EPC Rating = E
More details
- Property type
- Houses - Detached
- Size
- Not specified
- Monthly price
- £3995
- Weekly price
- £922
- Available from
- 26/10/2026
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Furnishing
- Furnished or unfurnished, landlord is flexible
Map
This listing is located at Sonning Eye, Reading, Oxfordshire, RG4, Reading.