Title: Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=87839001&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit ## Photo gallery for Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit ![Property grounds - Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87840000/87839100/87839001/6188b32e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87840000/87839100/87839001/33616126.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87840000/87839100/87839001/e4004c10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87840000/87839100/87839001/01868d61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87840000/87839100/87839001/4eb2ce39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Reading, Castle Hill Maisonette offers a serene retreat amidst an oasis of greenery. This 18th-century Victorian-Georgian home features a spacious garden with ever-green plants, fruit trees, and berry bushes where you can relax under the sun or enjoy outdoor meals. With BBQ and parking available at no extra cost plus amenities like free WiFi and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Gym ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit A picturesque 18th-century Victorian-Georgian Maisonette, located within the heart of Reading (RG1) on Castle Hill, 25 minutes via fast train from London Paddington and close to major airports, or a short 10 mins walk from Reading town center and Reading Railway Station, and yet tucked away in an Oasis of greenery and seclusion... Perfect for family and friends reunions, galentines, retreats, baby or bridal showers, or corporate clients for both short and long stays. Breakfast, BBQ, Parking is Free. The space: The maisonette was built in the early 1770s. All rooms are on the Ground floor, and recently renovated with NEW centralized heating, toilets, carpeting, beds, mattresses, bedding, crockery, Painting, and more on the inside. Garden - the property is a little more than half an acre of large garden space filled with ever-green plants, crab apple trees, a pear tree, a fig tree, a wall nut tree, and a large variety of English berries (Victorian berries, Raspberries, Loganberries and Silverberries). One can choose not to visit any public gardens, and lie down under the crab apple or pear tree reading a book, enjoying the sun, and sipping on a cup of tea, while we watch the kids play on the trampoline, kick the football around, or pick berries in the garden instead. There are plenty of chairs and garden furniture to laze around or have a family meal outdoors Living room - The kitchen/dining/drawing room has an 8-seater table, with cutlery and crockery, and an inbuilt fridge, oven, dishwasher, and microwave. There are 2 soft sets as well with a smart TV, play station and a Pool table, with Indoor games to make your time special. Bedroom 1 (sleep 4) - master bedroom with large Victorian windows overseeing the gardens, and a high ceiling with inbuilt closets and a fireplace take one back in time. Has 1 King size bed and 2 single foldable beds which are very comfortable, with newly laid bedding, and towels. Bedroom 2 (sleeps 3) - this bedroom as well much like the master bedroom oversees the garden with large Victorian windows, inbuilt closets, and a fireplace. This bedroom has 3 single beds which are very comfortable, with newly laid bedding, and towels. Bedroom 3 (sleeps 3) - This bedroom is road-facing, with large Victorian windows, inbuilt closets, and a fireplace. This bedroom has 3 single beds which are very comfortable, with newly laid bedding, and towels. Road facing. Bedroom 4 (sleeps 2) - This bedroom is also road-facing, with large Victorian windows, inbuilt closets, and a fireplace. This bedroom has 2 single beds which are very comfortable, with newly laid bedding, and towels. Road facing. Toilets - 2 fully functional new toilets with bathtubs and hot water. Free and Fast WiFi – as we are near the center of the Town, so the WiFi speed is very good for working professionals. Work Space – there is a separate workspace available. BBQ Grill & Outdoor Firepit to make your day memorable is Free. Parking - ample Free car parking space for 3 cars on the premises. Pet-friendly – please bring your pet and have a lovely holiday. There is plenty of space at our property for pets. Pets can be taken for walks or pampered at an extra cost. Kids-friendly property, along with Babysitting services can be arranged at a set hourly rate. Toilets - provide standard Tesco shampoo & body wash, but do NOT provide paste, or toothbrushes. Laundry - you can access the washing machine and dryer free. Public or Private Transport - The bus stop is a 30-second walk from our house for buses into nearby towns, and into Reading Town center if required. The buses stop in front of the Rail station as well which is a 10 mins walk, or 6 mins bus ride through Reading town. We can arrange for Private transport in terms of a cab/van to the town center, nearby tourist attractions, or Airport pick up & drop at an extra cost Guest access: You can access the entire property. Our guests have a private entrance. You will have a neighbor on the top floor (with a separate entrance) with whom we share the garden space but rarely see. Please be respectful of the space and people. Other things to note: Please TALK to us about arranging anything from extra bedding, space to accommodate an extra guest, extra mattresses, household items, cooking items, transport, cleaning, BBQ, bonfire, early check-in, late check-out, etc. Anything to make your stay special. Since the house is situated at the edge of the Town center on Castle Hill Main Road junction, this means despite the double-glazed windows, curtains, and soundproofing, there is potential for some ambulance noise, especially for bedrooms 3 and 4 windows that are road facing. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video game console - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Gym - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Soundproofing - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Deluxe Apartment, Ensuite, Garden View (Ground Floor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82980000/82974500/82974437/074083f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maple Lodge Reading - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Business services 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=82974437&PinnedHotelID=82974437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105222700/105222644/c266abb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality 2B 1B Apartments For Contractors Reading City Centre - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=105222644&PinnedHotelID=105222644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lunch, dinner and brunch served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37800000/37797100/37797080/e7dde333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Market House Reading City Centre - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 331 reviews CA $149 CA $179 total includes taxes & fees Mar 1 - Mar 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=37797080&PinnedHotelID=37797080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=87839001&PinnedHotelID=87839001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=87839001,82974437,105222644,37797080) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Seniors-only community Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ## About the area Located in Reading, this vacation home is near theme parks. St. Giles-in-Reading Church and Reading Abbey Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include South Street Arts Centre and Predator Assault, Laser Combat. Traveling with kids? Consider Shinfield Studios, or check out an event or a game at Madejski Stadium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours, and cycling nearby. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Heart Of Reading, Free Breakfast + Parking + Games + BBQ + Firepit Reviews ## Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional