1-bedroom terraced house · RG31 4XQ
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1-Bedroom House with Separate Home Office, Garrage & 2 Parking Spaces – 28 Gatcombe Close Location: 28 Gatcombe Close, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 4XQ Rent: £1500 per calendar month PCM Available: 12th October 2026 Key Features Open-Plan Living: A bright, beautifully presented living and dining area with French doors opening to the garden.
Modern Fitted Kitchen: U-shaped design with ample storage and equipped with key appliances. Spacious Double Bedroom: Features built-in wardrobe storage and recessed ceiling spotlights.
Contemporary Bathroom: High-specification finish featuring a large walk-in shower. Private Rear Garden: Includes a lawn and a paved patio area perfect for outdoor seating.
Separate Outbuilding / Home Office: A dedicated, detached workspace situated away from the main house.
Garage & Two Parking Spaces: Includes a secure garage alongside dedicated off-street parking for two vehicles.
Property Description Nestled in a quiet residential cul-de-sac in Tilehurst, this beautifully presented 1-bedroom house offers an exceptional layout for professionals.
Finished to a high standard throughout, it uniquely features a highly sought-after separate home office, a garage, and ample parking.
Living and Entertaining The heart of the home is a spacious, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area.
The living space boasts light wood-effect flooring and double French doors that flood the room with natural light and provide direct access to the rear garden.
A dining area is neatly positioned next to the staircase. The contemporary, U-shaped kitchen features light wood cabinetry, dark countertops, and a stylish mosaic tile splashback.
It comes highly equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, and an integrated fridge-freezer, ensuring maximum convenience.
Bedroom and Bathroom Upstairs, the property features a generously sized double bedroom decorated in neutral tones.
It offers excellent storage with built-in wardrobes and is well-lit by modern recessed spotlights.
The adjacent bathroom is finished to a luxurious standard, showcasing a large walk-in shower enclosure with a glass screen and feature blue mosaic tiling.
It also includes a wooden vanity unit that provides excellent built-in storage around the sink. Outside Space To the rear, the property enjoys a private garden enclosed by wooden fencing.
The garden features a well-maintained lawn alongside a paved patio area that is ideal for a table, chairs, and summer barbecues.
The Standout Feature: Separate Workspace, Garage & Parking Perfect for remote workers or freelancers, this property includes a fantastic separate outbuilding.
Distinct from the main house and situated entirely separate from the back garden, this provides a truly detached, quiet workspace completely free from household distractions.
Alongside this, the property boasts the rare benefits of a private garage and two dedicated parking spaces, offering exceptional storage and convenience.
Gatcombe Close is perfectly positioned for everyday convenience. You are just a short distance from local shops and amenities.
For commuters, Tilehurst railway station provides direct connections to Reading and London Paddington, while the M4 (J12) is just a short drive away.
Summary of Tenancy Deposit: £1730.76 Council Tax Band: B - Reading Borough Council EPC Rating: C EPC Rating: C
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