Rosecroft, 3, Croft Lane, Berkshire, RG14 1RR

Rosecroft is a once in a generation home - rich in history, full of character, and offering exceptional potential. With its enviable position, expansive gardens, and elegant proportions.

Description Rosecroft is a rare Victorian Gem overlooking Speen Meadows and new to the market for the first time in 40 years Set on one of Newbury’s most desirable private roads, Rosecroft is an exceptional late Victorian residence offering elegance, space, and breath taking views across Speen Meadows.

Elevated and beautifully positioned, this distinguished home combines period charm with outstanding potential to create a truly remarkable family retreat. A home rich in character.

Rosecroft retains an abundance of original Victorian features, including sash windows, fireplaces and striking tessellated floor tiles.

The ground floor unfolds into a series of impressive reception rooms, each filled with natural light and garden views.

There is a grand drawing room, a magnificent, spacious room with bay windows framing the gardens.

The formal sitting room is positioned at the front of the house with French doors opening directly to the terrace.

Across the hall is the Snug which would also make a perfect office The kitchen sits to the side of the property, adjoining a charming orangery.

This area offers an exciting opportunity to reimagine and design a bespoke family kitchen and living space. A separate utility room and a glass lean-to with generous storage complete the ground floor.

The first floor has five impressive double bedrooms and two family bathrooms. The principal bedroom is a standout feature, boasting a stunning bay window with far reaching views across the meadows.

Exceptional Grounds and Outdoor Living The gardens at Rosecroft are truly special, offering a variety of beautifully landscaped spaces: There is a south facing main lawn which is bordered by mature trees and shrubs.

The raised lawned garden leads to the sunken rose garden which is a private, tranquil space accessed via stone steps, perfect for quiet moments or summer entertaining.

The formal front garden is set behind gates with an ornamental pond creating a charming first impression. Within the grounds sits a detached two bedroom building, currently used as a garden studio.

This versatile space would make superb guest accommodation, a home office, or a gym. A veranda with stone steps leads down to the main garden, enhancing the sense of indoor outdoor living.

The property also includes an elongated single garage with an attached workshop/store.

Rosecroft is a once in a generation home - rich in history, full of character, and offering exceptional potential.

With its enviable position, expansive gardens, and elegant Victorian architecture, it is perfectly suited for those seeking a distinguished family residence in one of Newbury’s most exclusive settings.

Location The property is well situated on this private road just off Speen Lane and accordingly benefits from the extensive range of shops, services and recreational facilities in and around Newbury including Waitrose, various theatres, health clubs, horse racing, golf courses and excellent walking and riding in the surrounding countryside which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

There are numerous highly regarded schools in the area including; Cheam, Thorngrove, Elstree, Radley, Marlborough, Bradfield and Downe House.

The area also provides excellent access to London Paddington (from 52 minutes) from Newbury mainline station and also to the M4 and A34.

(All mileages and times are approximate) Square Footage: 2,796 sq ft Directions RG14 1RR Additional Info Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Gas fired central heating.