Speen Lane, Speen, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14

**SPEEN LANE LOCATION** A beautiful Grade II listed period cottage situated in a SOUGHT-AFTER location enjoying a corner plot, period features, outbuilding and kitchen / breakfast room, within walking distance to the town centre.

DESCRIPTION
Situated on Speen Lane—widely regarded as one of Newbury’s most prestigious addresses—Alma Lodge is a charming period cottage offering an exceptional balance of town and country living. Just a short, scenic walk from Newbury’s vibrant centre and mainline rail links, the property also enjoys immediate access to the surrounding West Berkshire countryside.
Behind its classic white-washed façade and clay-tiled roof lies a home rich in character and warmth. The interior showcases a wealth of original features, including exposed timber beams and traditional latch doors, all carefully preserved. The ground floor flows from a welcoming entrance hall into a dual-aspect sitting room with a central fireplace, ideal for relaxing. The farmhouse-style kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, a bright and sociable space overlooking the garden. The property also benefits from a useful boot room with plumbing in place, offering excellent potential to be converted into a convenient ground floor WC.
Upstairs, the bedrooms provide peaceful retreats, enhanced by vaulted ceilings and attractive elevated views, further highlighting the property’s tranquil setting.

OUTSIDE
The exterior of Alma Lodge features a beautifully landscaped garden designed for both privacy and al-fresco enjoyment. A mature pergola shades a secluded stone patio, providing an elegant transition between the house and the lush, enclosed lawn. Adding further versatility is a substantial detached timber outbuilding, which offers excellent potential as a professional home office, creative studio, or workshop. With its prime Speen Lane location, significant period charm, and proximity to both urban amenities and rural escapes, Alma Lodge represents a refined and articulated choice for the discerning buyer.

SERVICES AND MATERIAL INFORMATION
All mains services connected and the property operates on gas central heating.
EPC rating: D
Council tax band: E

As well as being home to Newbury Racecourse, the town itself offers a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities, as well as the award-winning Victoria Park which has excellent visitor facilities, and much historical interest nearby, at Donnington Castle and Highclere Castle (of Downton Abbey fame). There are plenty of stunning walking and cycling trails, including the tow path along the Kennet & Avon Canal which passes directly through the town centre. Newbury is the headquarters of Vodafone UK and offers a railway station on the direct line to London Paddington (fast train to Paddington has an approx. travel time of 41 minutes). There are also excellent road links via the A34 and M4 motorway, a convenient commute for those working in Reading, Oxford and Southampton.