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Lake House

SYDMONTON, NEWBURY, ECCHINSWELL, HAMPSHIRE RG20 4UR

5 beds 5 baths 2,831 sq ft Listed 23 Apr 2025 (-416d)

£1,650,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

263 m²

Council tax band

G

Last sold

£1,092,500 Mar 2015

Price per m²

£6,274/m²

Local average

£907,239 (+81.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (11,546 of 33,755)

Street crime

1 incident within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Set within approximately 1.8 acres
  • Natural spring-fed lake
  • Stunning wraparound grounds
  • Over 3,300 sq ft of living space
  • Electric gated access
  • Backs onto open fields
  • 24-ft sitting room
  • Stylish kitchen/breakfast room
  • Five double bedrooms
  • Three en-suites and a family bathroom

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
ADSL copper wire
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Electric, Double glazing, Oil, Central, Wood burner
Accessibility
Level access shower
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
Yes
Flooded in last 5 years
No

Description

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The Lake House is an exceptionally rare and stunning property, perfect for the buyer seeking that ultimate wow factor. Set within approximately 1.8 acres, it features a natural crystal-clear spring fed lake, a triple garage, a studio, and a house measuring over 3,300 sq. ft. across three floors. This property must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

DESCRIPTION
This incredible one-of-a-kind property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and individually designed residence arranged over three well-proportioned floors, offering a truly distinctive living experience.
The accommodation comprises five double bedrooms thoughtfully distributed across three floors, ensuring comfort and privacy. These are complemented by multiple bathrooms, including en-suite facilities for select bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor.
The ground floor is dedicated to spacious living and entertaining, featuring a generous Sitting Room, a bright and airy conservatory, likely boasting stunning views over the lake and gardens, and a stylish, well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. On the lower ground floor there is generous double bedroom, en-suite, dressing room as well as a convenient utility room. The first floor includes an en-suite bathroom to one of the bedrooms, while the remaining two bedrooms on this level are served by a well-appointed family bathroom.
The main residence is accessed via an inviting entrance hall on the ground floor, with staircases connecting all three levels of this exceptional lakeside home. Seamlessly blending generous living space with a breathtaking natural setting, this unique property offers a truly unparalleled lifestyle.
A detached triple garage provides extensive vehicle storage and includes a versatile first-floor studio space with a shower room, currently used as a gym, which could easily serve as a home office, hobby room, or additional accommodation.


OUTSIDE
Surrounded by its own natural spring-fed lake and the picturesque countryside, the property enjoys a tranquil and secluded ambiance. A large gravelled driveway provides ample parking and a true sense of arrival. To the rear, a charming courtyard garden offers a private and sheltered outdoor space, while lawned gardens to the side provide additional areas for relaxation and enjoyment.
The natural beauty of the setting is enriched by wildflowers flourishing along the lake’s edge, forming a vibrant and organic border. A delightful walkway leads to a pagoda nestled in the centre of the lake, offering a unique vantage point and a serene connection to the water, often frequented by ducks and other wildlife.

SERVICES AND MATERIAL INFORMATION
All mains services are connected.
Council tax band: G
Energy efficiency rating: D

Ecchinswell is situated approximately 5 miles to the southeast of Newbury town centre with good access to the A339. The village itself benefits from having a public house, highly regarded primary school and good access to the open countryside close to Watership Down and the famous Highclere Castle which is where Downtown Abbey is filmed. Nearby Newbury town offers a wider range of leisure and entertainment facilities including its racecourse.

There is easy access to the A4, A34, M3 and M4 at junction 13 and rail links via Newbury and Basingstoke to Reading and London Paddington (under 40 minutes).

As well as several great state schools such as St Bartholomew and Park House, there is also a range of highly sought after private schools locally such as Cheam, Horris Hill, Thorngrove and St Gabriels.

Listed by

Newbury

Jones Robinson Estate Agents

Reference: 161015555

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
Lake House, Sydmonton, Ecchinswell, Newbury 55 76 263 m² Detached
Peak Gate Cottage, Sydmonton, Ecchinswell, NEWBURY 79 82 432 m² Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

250% since 1997

Event Date Price % change
Sold 07/03/2015 (11 years ago) £1,092,500 +9.3%
Sold 02/09/2011 (14 years ago) £1,000,000 +220.5%
Sold 23/05/1997 (29 years ago) £312,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
Same street PEAK GATE COTTAGE SYDMONTON, ECCHINSWELL, NEWBURY, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG20 4UR £1,650,000 03/01/2023 Detached
ASH LODGE, ECCHINSWELL, NEWBURY, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG20 4UH £620,000 13/05/2022 Detached
HAZEL HOUSE, ECCHINSWELL, NEWBURY, BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE, HAMPSHIRE, RG20 4UH £657,500 29/09/2021 Detached

Street average: £1,650,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £638,750 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 12.9%
10y growth 62.1%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Basingstoke and Deane. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 2.8%
5y (index) 20.7%
10y (index) 30.1%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Basingstoke and Deane. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,192/mo
Realistic £1,324/mo
Optimistic £1,456/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Basingstoke and Deane.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Basingstoke: £1,396/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Ecchinswell Road

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Royal Oak 0.2 miles
Shop Cottismore Garden Center 1.2 miles
Shop Pro-Tech Mercedes Benz Specialist 1.3 miles
Hospital Thornford Park 3.8 miles
Train station Thatcham 4.8 miles
Train station Newbury Racecourse 4.8 miles
Hospital West Berkshire Community Hospital 5.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 1
Total incidents 1

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Good — 11 Jul 2023
Kingsclere Church of England Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Good — 26 Feb 2019
Cheam School Other 2.0 miles (No rating)
Burghclere Primary School Primary 2.0 miles Requires improvement — 8 Mar 2023
The Clere School Secondary 2.0 miles Good — 17 Jun 2019

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.08%
Max investor price (0.8%) £165,500
Target investor price (1%) £132,400
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).

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