6 bedroom house for sale

Wonderfully characterful and generously proportioned, Craven Lodge is one of the most prestigious homes on the west side of Newbury, with excellent access to the surrounding road network and the many amenities of desirable Speen. The Grade II-listed house dates back to the late 18th century and is a handsome brick
construction, with an imposing entrance featuring a reeded architrave and Doric columns. Internally the period character continues with decorative mouldings, period fireplaces, sash windows and exposed beams.
Though somewhat dated, the interiors have been well maintained and there is fantastic potential to improve and modernise to suit the tastes of the new owner. The house is set within established mature gardens and further benefits from gated parking and useful storage.
The spacious and well-planned interiors have excellent proportions, with bright, sizeable rooms, high ceilings and large windows affording excellent natural light.
The layout is perfectly configured for entertaining, with two generous reception rooms at the front of the house perfect for formal entertaining and big family celebrations. At the rear of the house, two less-formal spaces are ideal for relaxing at home, including a lounge with an adjoining WC and a charming and cosy
snug warmed by a wood-burning stove. The adjoining kitchen and laundry have plenty of space for appliances though would benefit from modernisation to take full advantage of the space. There are useful cellars on the lower ground floor for storage. On the first floor, the principal bedroom is an excellent size and has an en suite
bathroom and built-in storage. There are three further spacious bedrooms, a shower room, a bathroom and a WC, with a further two double bedrooms situated on the second floor.