7 bed country house for sale

Mill Lane, Reading RG4

Set within beautifully landscaped grounds with panoramic valley views in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this exceptional oak-framed country house offers over 6,700 sq ft of versatile accommodation, combining architectural character, privacy and far-reaching valley views.

Reimagined by renowned architect Roderick James, the house has been thoughtfully designed for both family living and entertaining, with warm natural light, seamless indoor-outdoor flow and a wonderfully adaptable layout. Extending to approximately 5,624 sq ft, the principal house features a series of generous reception spaces including two sitting rooms, two dining rooms, a study, gallery and a 14-seat cinema room. Two kitchens, together with a utility and boot room, provide practicality alongside impressive entertaining space.

There are six to seven bedrooms and six bathrooms arranged over two floors, including guest accommodation ideal for friends staying or multigenerational living. The principal rooms enjoy glorious views across the surrounding countryside and open directly onto expansive terraces and gardens.

The mature grounds have been designed for year-round enjoyment, with beautifully planted gardens, extensive terraces, a night garden, hot tub, barbecue hut, firepits and tree chandeliers creating an exceptional outdoor entertaining environment. A natural pond offers clear potential for conversion into a swimming pond, subject to any necessary consents.

The substantial Chiltern Barn extends to approximately 1,155 sq ft and provides an outstanding lifestyle and entertaining space. Positioned at the top of the granite driveway, it features soundproofed bifold doors opening onto the courtyard and gardens, a bar, dance floor, gym/games area, cosy seating areas and access to a secluded midnight terrace. The space is highly flexible and equally suited to entertaining, wellness or guest accommodation.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, the property enjoys excellent connectivity, with fast rail services from Reading to London Paddington in approximately 25 minutes, whilst Oxford is also within easy reach.

A rare opportunity to acquire a striking contemporary country home offering scale, privacy, lifestyle and connectivity in one of South Oxfordshire’s most sought-after locations.

Tenure: Freehold

Tax council band: H

Local authority: South Oxfordshire