Heron Island, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 8DQ

A beautifully presented, semi-detached town house, with no onward chain, which has undergone a range of improvements by the current vendors and situated in a picturesque, tranquil location close to local amenities and within walking distance of both Reading mainline station and Caversham. The property is arranged over three floors, offering flexible accommodation comprising: entrance hallway, downstairs cloakroom, extended office/gym overlooking the garden with French doors, a useful utility room and door into the integral garage. On the first floor is an open plan kitchen/dining room with bay window nook and bi-folding glazed doors leading to the sitting room with sliding doors out to the balcony which has river views to the front and side and makes a delightful place to enjoy a morning coffee. On the second floor are three bedrooms, two to the rear and the family bathroom which has been updated. The main bedroom has the benefit of a bay window, fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom. To the rear is an enclosed, low maintenance garden with patio area and a range of mature plants, whilst to the front there is driveway parking via the shared driveway and the garage entrance. The property has a back water mooring for a boat, (approx. 30ft) and the residents of Heron Island also have the use of a communal garden beside the boat docks. EPC rating C, Council Tax Band F, viewing is highly recommended. No onward chain.

LOCATION Heron Island is a quiet, riverside development which is within walking distance of Caversham and the variety of shops, cafes, restaurants, library, doctors’ surgery and supermarkets. Caversham has a wide range of independent stores and there are gyms, clubs and riverside walks and also bus routes into Reading town centre. There are schools nearby at both primary and secondary level and the property falls into the catchment area for Thameside Primary School and Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre. Reading mainline station is approx. 0.5 miles and is a pleasant walk from the property, which has the fast train service to London, Paddington in approx. 25 minutes, along with the Elizabeth Line, giving direct access to the West End and Canary Wharf. Current vendors note that Heron Island has a warm community with regular social events such as breakfasts, summer parties and Christmas drinks.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Standard construction. Utilities - Mains gas central heating, mains water (water meter at the property), mains sewers, mains electrics.

Broadband - There are providers in the location offering Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast  Broadband, including CityFibre and Openreach, potential purchasers are advised to check with Ofcom to get the details which may be subject to change - vendor notes speeds between 30-50 Mbps broadband provided by NOW TV via cable, but fibre is understood to be available on the development. Mobile Phone - Buyers are advised to check via Ofcom (website address above), ahead of purchase as these could be subject to change.

There are restrictive covenants on the title for the property and the mooring which potential purchasers should seek advice from their conveyancer. Residents can apply to have residents parking permits in the local area, the cost at the time of listing is approx. £48 for the first permit and the second permit is approx. £180, however it will depend on the vehicles emission's and fuel type so please check the website at Reading Borough Council The property is located in a flood risk zone and according to GOV.UK at the point of marketing, the yearly chance of flooding is currently medium, but this can change, please see the GOV.UK website for further details There is a Residents Association with a cost between £5-£10 per year and a management company, FirstPort, who maintain the development, current costs are payable twice a year in May and October at £500.60.

Please note all measurements are approximate, the floor plan and photographs are for guidance only. We have not tested or checked any apparatus, fixtures and fittings or services. You may not publish these property details on any other website without the written permission of Fox-Beckett Independent Estate Agents.