2 bedroom terraced house to rent

This beautiful part-16th-century cottage is set along a quiet private drive in the desirable hamlet of Sonning Eye, offering a rare combination of period character, generously proportioned rooms and excellent access to Sonning and Reading.

At the heart of the home is a warm, welcoming and characterful 16th-century living room, with exposed beams and a brick fireplace incorporating a large wood-burning stove.

The separate parquet-floored dining room - visible through a feature window from the living room - is ideal for entertaining or family meals. The property boasts a large, attractive, high-quality and well-lit kitchen, which has a full suite of high-spec fitted appliances provided. An open hatch provides practical easy access to the dining room. A utility and boiler area connects the kitchen to a separate toilet and shower room at the rear of the house.

Past beautiful exposed beams, the stairs lead you to the large master bedroom with a generous walk-in wardrobe,. The landing leads to a second double bedroom, and a spacious luxury wet-room bathroom. Hidden stairs transport you up to a third loft room, which has previously been used as a single bedroom and also works well as a study or guest room.

The cottage enjoys a private, peaceful and attractive garden with rear access. It features a patio, mature apple tree, raised bed suitable for vegetables or flowers, and a small pond.

The property includes dedicated off-road parking directly in front of the house and a separate garage, all accessed via the private drive.

The property is adjacent to a picturesque lakeside walk, and is a short distance by foot from both the Thames Path and the centre of Sonning village. It enjoys a thriving community and a multitude of excellent sports clubs and social venues, including the famous Bull Inn. The Mill at Sonning and Reading Sailing Club are both within Sonning Eye itself, providing professional theatre productions and RYA-accredited watersports.

The village is within easy reach of Reading town centre via road, public transport, or foot/bicycle along the scenic and traffic-free Thames towpath. Services to London, Bristol, Heathrow and Gatwick are easily accessible at nearby Reading and Twyford mainline rail stations, both on the Elizabeth Tube line.

The area is well served by excellent schools, with both the (Ofsted Outstanding) Sonning Church of England Primary School and independent The Blue Coat School within walking distance in the village.

This is a rare opportunity to rent a characterful and well-maintained cottage in a sought-after riverside location, offering space, charm and convenience in equal measure.