This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Thames River and Caversham Court Gardens. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Forbury Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Oracle - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Getting around
Reading West Station - 5 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 62 min drive
Restaurants
Imperial Kitchen - 3 min drive
Costa Coffee - 6 min drive
The Moderation - 3 min drive
Vegivores - 3 min drive
The Collective Caversham - 17 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hilltop Riverside Retreat with Thames View
Discover the beauty of Caversham, a picturesque Thames-side village recognized in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live in the UK 2020.
Just 2 miles from Reading city centre, this home is perfectly perched atop a hill, offering breathtaking views of the Thames River and a tranquil escape from the city’s bustle. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, stunning skyline, and fresh air, making it an ideal getaway for relaxation and scenic walks. The space This spacious home comfortably accommodates up to nine guests, offering a stylish and relaxed retreat across multiple split levels:
Entrance Level: • Fully equipped kitchen and dining area • Shower room with toilet • Two rooms used for storage (not accessible to guests)
Garden Level (One level down): • Bright and airy living room • Bedroom 5 / Study (can add a single bed) • Conservatory
First Upper Level: • Bedroom 1 – Super king-size bed with en-suite • Bedroom 2 – Twin beds
Second Upper Level: • Bedroom 3 – King-size bed • Bedroom 4 – Flexible layout with your choice of: • One single bed • Two single beds
• Family bathroom on this level
The sitting room includes a bespoke social seating area and a leather corner sofa, perfect for gathering or enjoying TV with family and friends.
Dine in a relaxed yet refined antiqued French-style space, connected to the kitchen and offering lovely views to enjoy while you eat.
Outside, you’ll find an elegant garden dining area with ambient lighting and a fixed canopy—ideal for long, easy-going evenings.
With driveway parking and scenic walking trails just five minutes away, the home offers the perfect mix of comfort, charm, and convenience. Guest access Guests have full access to the main house, including: • The kitchen and dining area • Living room, conservatory, and study • Four bedrooms and all bathrooms • Garden and outdoor dining area • Driveway for parking
Please note that two rooms on the entrance level are used for storage and are not accessible during your stay.
You’re welcome to make yourself at home and enjoy the space as if it were your own. If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, I’m just a message away. Other things to note Restaurants we recommend:
Short Drive (~7 mins): • The Packhorse (Pub & Restaurant) – Woodcote Rd, RG4 7UG • The Imperial Kitchen (Chinese) – 18 Richfield Ave, RG1 8PA
The vacation home is heated and features 3 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Reading, a short 12-minute walk from Thames River and also 15 minutes on foot from Caversham Court Gardens. You'll also find Reading Museum and Town Hall and Thames Path within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Are there hot tubs at Hilltop Riverside Retreat with Thames View?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Farnborough (FAB), which is 23.4 mi away (62 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 29.4 mi away (55-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Hilltop Riverside Retreat with Thames View?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Hilltop Riverside Retreat with Thames View.
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