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Central Windsor, Large Garden, Games Room & Office
Communication was excellent, always helpful with tips and recommendations, home was immaculately clean , great location easy walking distance to the castle, parking was available on road great place to stay!

Hot tub, luxury shepherd's hut, private & secluded
The hut is situated in a very private woodland - we even saw a deer. Waking up to birdsong and nothing else was heaven and staring at the stars at night whilst relaxing in the hot tub was bliss. John was a very hospitable host, answering all our questions cheerfully and checked in once a day to make sure the log burner was working OK. The place is a fantastic getaway and we will book for longer on our next visit.

NEW Tornado Chase | Luxury 5 Bedroom Home
thankyou for letting us stay at your place, very welcoming and will definitely book again when in the area

Nr Windsor- Lovely Unique stay for upto 14 guests
Thanks so much, this was a wonderful stay! My family stayed here the night before my wedding and the night of the wedding (8 people). My cousins loved the rope swing in the garden. We saw squirrels, a bunny and lots of birds in the garden. My mum: It was perfect - comfy beds, full of character, nice touch having toiletries in the lovely bathrooms. Great to have spaces for people to have their own quiet space - we didn't need all the sitting rooms, but would have if we'd had 14 people there. Amazing kitchen space with everything we need. Lovely touch providing bacon, tomatoes, bread milk. Lovely grounds, peaceful situation, gorgeous building, tastefully decorated. Instructions about arriving/leaving were perfect. It was the perfect place for such a special occasion. Would definitely recommend it to someone else. My dad: Loads of parking. It had a wow factor driving in - large grounds & attractive building.

House with a View
Great holiday. Everything was beyond expectation. We did feel as real friends visiting the place. Highly appreciate. Strongly recommend for families looking for quality time. We injoyed Everything. Thanks for Julie's.

A beautifully renovated detached 18th century barn
Highly recommend staying at this beautiful barn. Surrounded by wonderful countryside so peaceful & perfect for walking. Everything you need here at the barn & the most comfortable bed. Spotlessly clean too. Thank you very much!

Fabulous Rural Retreat
We had a lovely stay for our friend’s 30th birthday treat, just what we wanted. Friendly welcoming hosts, beautiful surrounding, gorgeous rooms beautifully decorated, very clean and felt right at home. Plenty of space for the four of us. We enjoyed sitting in the garden, nice walks and playing cards in front of the fire. 💛

2 Bedroom Luxury Cottage (Secure & Quiet)
I had such a lovely time staying at this house. The house was clean, cozy, and exactly as described — even better in person. What really made the experience special was the host (Rachel). They were incredibly kind, welcoming, and always quick to respond if we had any questions. You can tell they genuinely care about making guests feel at home. The location was quiet and convenient, and everything we needed was provided. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to others!
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380 properties are a good fit for families
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170 properties allow pets
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490 properties have a dedicated workspace
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Your guide to Reading
Welcome to Reading
Berkshire’s biggest town has the feel of a city, and an extremely liveable one, with riverside shops and restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and acres of green spaces and urban lakes. Reading owes its 1,400-year history to its prime position where the River Thames meets the River Kennet. The ruins of a 12th-century abbey where Elizabeth I once stayed sit amid the beautifully Victorian Forbury Gardens, which hosts a bustling street food market on Wednesdays.
The nearby Town Hall, with its eye-catching terracotta Gothic design, is home to an eccentric museum collection, including a full-size replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, while just a few minutes’ walk away the parkland of Kings and Christchurch meadows offers refuge from the busy streets. Just to the north of the Thames across a stunning pedestrian bridge is Caversham, whose vast lakes are a hub for watersports and whose leafy surroundings and village vibe reflect the charms of the Berkshire countryside.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Reading
Spring and summer are both lovely times to be by the water, when the parks and surrounding countryside are a rich green and there’s the best chance of a sunny day. In June, there’s the annual Water Fest, with boat displays, trading stalls, and live entertainment along the Kennet and Avon Canal. The town’s arguably most famous for its huge music festival when 100,000 fans descend with their tents, face paint, and full-lunged enthusiasm at the end of August. But this is an energetic town, and there’s always plenty going on all year round. Try booking one of Caversham’s apartments for autumn, when you can walk among the falling leaves, or in winter, when the abbey and Forbury Gardens are illuminated as part of the Christmas celebrations.
Top things to do in Reading
The Thames Lido
These recently restored swimming baths are an absolute gem. Built in 1902 as a ladies’ pool, its Edwardian style has been beautifully restored while also housing saunas, spa rooms, and a restaurant. While the outdoor pool is sheltered from view, small windows allow swimmers to see the green surroundings of Kings Meadow and the Thames towpath as they splash about.
County Lock
The towpath along the Kennet and Avon Canal offers a fascinating urban trail, punctuated by locks and bridges, shops and cafes, and busy wharves whose apartment complexes still preserve some of the area’s former factories and breweries. County Lock is a great place to see boats passing only a stone’s throw from the High Street.
View Island
This tiny nature reserve in the middle of the Thames was once a boatyard. Its four tree-covered acres are now a pleasant retreat and a favourite lunchtime spot for locals. You have to cross the rushing Caversham weir to reach it; wander round the path and you’ll find tree stumps carved into faces, or sit still to be rewarded by some excellent bird-spotting.
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