Location

Caversham has an excellent range of local amenities including shops, cafes and restaurants and it is extremely convenient for the centre of Reading where there are rail connections to London Paddington (from 25 minutes and the Elizabeth Line to the City).
Via the A329(M) spur link there is fast access to the M4 at J10 providing a gateway to the M25, London, Heathrow Airport and the West Country.

The nearby towns of Henley, Maidenhead, Windsor and Reading provide a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities.
The area is well served for schools, including The Oratory, Bluecoat, Reading, Kendrick, The Abbey and Queen Anne’s in Caversham.

Nearby countryside offers miles of extensive walking and riding.

Description

Situated on a private tree-lined road, 66 Grosvenor Road is a distinguished Edwardian detached residence that has been thoughtfully and extensively refurbished by its current owners, resulting in an elegant family home that harmoniously blends period charm with contemporary excellence.

The ground floor offers a series of well-proportioned reception rooms, each exuding character and comfort. The principal living area features an elegant bay window and a newly installed fireplace with a log burner, creating a welcoming focal point. An additional formal sitting room boasts a traditional stone fireplace, while a spacious family room is filled with natural light through Velux windows and full-height sliding doors that open seamlessly onto the garden. At the heart of the home, the kitchen has been completely redesigned and fitted to an exceptional standard. It includes bespoke hand-painted solid ash cabinetry with oak interiors, quartz work surfaces, and an array of premium Siemens appliances. The utility room has been comprehensively redesigned by the current owners to an exacting standard, featuring hand-painted shaker-style cabinetry crafted from oak and ash, complemented by 30mm Silestone quartz work surfaces with a honed finish for enhanced durability. A rear door provides convenient access to the garden, alongside a separate door leading to the cloakroom.

The cloakroom has been newly installed with a refined two-piece suite comprising a WC and a circular fitted hand basin, both set upon 30mm honed Silestone quartz with bespoke cupboard storage beneath. The space is further enhanced by a Victorian-style towel radiator, recessed spotlights, and elegant tiled flooring.

Ascending the original staircase, the first floor comprises of four generous bedrooms, each retaining a sense of period elegance. The principal suite benefits from a bay window and a newly refurbished en-suite bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. The additional bedrooms are well-proportioned and include original feature fireplaces, while a newly fitted family bathroom offers a similarly high specification with contemporary fittings. The loft has been professionally converted to provide two further versatile rooms, illuminated by Velux windows and offering ample storage, ideal for use as guest accommodation, workspace, or hobbies.

Outside, the property has been enhanced with a new roof, high-performance windows, and secure entrance doors, alongside a comprehensive rewiring and a modern central heating system. The rear garden is a particular highlight, extending to approximately 150 feet, providing a private and peaceful setting predominantly laid to lawn with mature borders, enclosed by fencing and brickwork. A detached garage/workshop, and storage shed are located at the garden’s end, accessed via a gated side pathway from the generous shingled driveway, which accommodates parking for several vehicles.

Directions

From Henley-on-Thames take the A4155 Reading Road towards Reading and Caversham. Take the second exit on the Playhatch round about. After 1.4 miles, turn right onto Grosvenor Road. After 0.1 miles, the property will be on your right.