Berrys Road, Upper Bucklebury, Reading, Berkshire, RG7
- Land size
- 1 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Executive three-storey family home
- Approx. 2,300 sq ft of accommodation
- Quiet cul-de-sac location
- Woodland backdrop
- South-facing garden
- Stunning open-plan kitchen/dining room
- Light-filled interiors
- Desirable village setting
- Within the Downs School catchment area
- Approximately one acre in total, including around half an acre of private woodland
Description
An exceptional family home with woodland views, a sunny SOUTH-FACING GARDEN, and almost 2,300 sq ft of well-proportioned living space. Situated within a quiet, exclusive cul-de-sac, this IMPRESSIVE three-storey property offers versatile accommodation and is ideally located close to the village pub, shop and amenities, while also falling within the highly regarded Downs School catchment area.
DESCRIPTION
Occupying an enviable position at the end of a quiet, select cul-de-sac, this substantial detached home offers almost 2,300 sq ft of versatile accommodation arranged over three well-designed floors. Enjoying a private woodland backdrop and an abundance of natural light, the property combines generous proportions with a practical layout, ideal for modern family living. At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room with a part-vaulted ceiling and skylights, creating a superb space for everyday family life and entertaining. A series of well-proportioned reception rooms provide excellent flexibility, including a spacious home office suitable for two or three people, while the lower ground floor offers a generous family room with direct access to the garden, together with excellent storage. The four double bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged across the upper floors, providing both space and privacy.
OUTSIDE
The south-facing rear garden enjoys sunshine throughout the day, creating a wonderful setting for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation. Beyond the garden, the property benefits from an additional half acre of private woodland, bringing the total plot to approximately one acre and enhancing the sense of space, privacy and connection with nature. Backing directly onto woodland, the setting is exceptionally peaceful, while the quiet cul-de-sac location ensures minimal passing traffic. Despite its idyllic surroundings, the property is conveniently located within easy walking distance of the village pub, local shop and other amenities, and falls within the highly regarded Downs School catchment area.
SERVICES AND MATERIAL INFORMATION
All mains services are connected. The property operates on oil central heating and benefits from double glazing.
Council Tax Band: F
EPC Rating: D
Bucklebury is a sought-after location due to its rural, yet extremely convenient position with road links to the M4 and A4. Heathrow airport is an hour`s drive. There are train stations within easy reach at Thatcham and Pangbourne giving good commuter access to Reading and London Paddington. It is a short drive to Newbury with its excellent shopping centre, leisure facilities and the well-known Newbury Racecourse. Local amenities in the villages of Upper Bucklebury and Cold Ash include village shops, church, primary school and highly regarded pubs, the Cottage Inn and the Spotted Dog. The village halls host many events throughout the year and there are tennis courts, tennis club, a BMX track, and children`s playgrounds. The area provides endless opportunities for scenic walks and country pursuits.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-11
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,854 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Solar Heating, Double Glazing, Oil Heating, Central Heating, Eco-Friendly System, Wood Burner
- Broadband
- Full Fibre (FTTP)
- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
- Ask Agent
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Level Access Shower
- Parking
- Ask Agent
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Bucklebury C.E. Primary School159 metresOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 99
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Francis Baily Primary School1.2 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 491
- Type
- Academy converter
- Thatcham Park CofE Primary1.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 399
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Spurcroft Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 408
- Type
- Community school
- St Finian's Catholic Primary School1.7 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 204
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
Secondary
- Kennet School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,824
- Type
- Academy converter
- Trinity School4.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,349
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Hurst School4.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,021
- Type
- Community school
- St Bartholomew's School4.9 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,905
- Type
- Academy converter
- Park House School5.6 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 981
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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