Your Country House

Your country house consists of a kitchen/diner with double oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, blender, coffee maker, toaster and kettle, a utility with washing machine and tumble dryer, a dining room with dining seating, a sitting room with TV and open fire, a game room with air hockey, table tennis, and pool table. The bedrooms consist of a king-size, double, and five family rooms. There is a bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, double basin and WC, a bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, a shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, , and a cloakroom with basin and WC. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a garden with lawn, decking, hot tub, barbecue, fire pit, hammock, and off-road parking. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Within 0.8 miles you will find a shop, 0.4 miles a pub 0.4 miles a canal and 0.3 miles a river. Wherever your exploration takes you, enjoy all this with a stay at your country house.

Aldermaston Wharf is a tranquil canal-side village nestled between Aldermaston and Woolhampton in West Berkshire. The village is renowned for its picturesque setting along the Kennet and Avon Canal, where narrowboats drift past waterside cottages and the historic Aldermaston Lock. Once a bustling industrial wharf, today Aldermaston Wharf offers a peaceful escape with a strong sense of heritage and a welcoming community.

There’s a selection of attractions to enjoy, including scenic walks along the canal towpath and through the surrounding countryside. The Aldermaston Wharf Visitor Centre and Tea Rooms provide a friendly spot for refreshments and local information, while the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust runs a small museum celebrating the area’s waterways. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Aldermaston Wharf and Padworth Walk is a gentle circular route taking in meadows, waterways, and the neighbouring village of Padworth.

Dining options include the Butt Inn, a traditional pub with a riverside garden and a menu of British classics, and the Aldermaston Tea Rooms, known for home-baked cakes and canal views. For everyday essentials, Shell and Aldermaston Stores are located nearby, while Co-op Food – Theale – High Street is a short drive away for a broader range of groceries.

Aldermaston Wharf is well-connected, with its own railway station offering direct links to Reading and Newbury, making it an ideal base for exploring the wider Berkshire countryside. Within an hour’s journey, you can discover the vibrant town of Reading, home to the Reading Museum, the riverside Oracle Shopping Centre, and the family-friendly Beale Wildlife Park. The historic market town of Newbury offers the grand Highclere Castle, the Watermill Theatre, and tranquil walks along the Kennet & Avon Canal. To the south, Basingstoke invites you to explore the immersive Milestones Museum, the Tudor splendour of The Vyne, and the lush green spaces of Eastrop Park. Each destination promises its own blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty—perfect for day trips from your peaceful base at Aldermaston Wharf.

The Home Counties comprise the counties that surround London and include Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Middlesex. Although mostly built up, they include some fabulous scenery and attractions which are well worth a visit.