5-bedroom bungalow · RG2 9DN
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About
Situated in the heart of Shinfield on Oatlands Road, this substantial and beautifully maintained family home offers generous, versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, complemented by a double electric garage and private gated driveway.
Presented in immaculate condition throughout, the property provides approximately 2,128 sq ft of well-balanced living space (excluding garage), ideal for modern family life.
The ground floor features an impressive 26’ living room, creating a superb central reception space with ample room for both seating and entertaining.
In addition, there are three further reception rooms, offering excellent flexibility for formal dining, a family room, home office or playroom.
To the rear, the spacious kitchen/dining room measures over 19’ x 18’ and forms the heart of the home.
Recently updated with newly fitted appliances, the kitchen also benefits from a stylish central island and is complemented by a separate utility room, providing practical day-to-day convenience.
A ground floor bathroom completes the downstairs accommodation. Upstairs, the first floor offers two generous double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is particularly well-proportioned at over 18’ x 17’ and enjoys access to an adjacent bathroom.
Bedroom two is also a comfortable double, and there is an additional loft space providing useful storage or hobby space, subject to requirements. Externally, the property continues to impress.
A private driveway provides parking for multiple vehicles and is secured by electric gates. The double garage benefits from an electric door and a useful cloakroom/WC.
The home is further enhanced by owned solar panels with no ongoing charges, together with a dedicated backup power generator port - offering both energy efficiency and peace of mind.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious, turnkey home in a sought-after residential location, offering flexible accommodation, modern upgrades and excellent parking facilities.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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