Title: Reading's Peaceful Gem - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Reading's Peaceful Gem Apartment in Reading with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Reading's Peaceful Gem ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker - Reading's Peaceful Gem (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96321100/96321097/23ed1a4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, internet - Reading's Peaceful Gem (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96321100/96321097/b84ae6e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Reading's Peaceful Gem (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96321100/96321097/f0d03823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Television - Reading's Peaceful Gem (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96321100/96321097/3f047d4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Reading's Peaceful Gem (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96321100/96321097/ebd55dfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Reading, this apartment offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions and transport links. Designed with an open floor plan, it features a convertible sofa bed in the living room and essential cookware in the adjacent kitchen. Unwind on the garden terrace or dine with loved ones at home. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Reading's Peaceful Gem Welcome to my apartment! Staying at my apartment ensures a comfortable and peaceful stay in a friendly neighbourhood while providing easy access to local attractions and transport links. Whether exploring Prospect Park, indulging in culinary delights, or discovering Reading's rich history, this property offers a delightful and memorable stay in Reading, UK. It is designed with an open floor plan. The living room features a convertible sofa bed, a flat-screen TV to watch all your favourite shows and a dining table where you can dine with loved ones—step outside, where the garden terrace awaits to elevate your stay. The adjacent kitchen has essential cookware and cutleries to cook delicious homemade meals. The bedroom has a double bed with complimentary hotel-quality linens to ensure guests sleep well. The bathroom contains all the essentials; clean towels and complimentary toiletries will also be provided for your convenience. The apartment is always professionally cleaned for your comfort. Enjoy your stay! Guests will have access to the entire home! Please note there is a Ring doorbell camera. I live close by and am happy to help whenever I'm around, but when I'm not, there is a 24/7 on-the-phone concierge service that can provide you assistance any time of the day. Whitley is a diverse and vibrant neighbourhood in Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom. It is situated south of Reading town centre and is known for its strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere. The neighbourhood offers a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local amenities, making it attractive for families and young professionals. Whitley has various housing options, including traditional houses and modern apartments, providing a diverse and welcoming community. Within Whitley, residents can enjoy several parks and open spaces, such as Whitley Wood Recreation Ground, providing outdoor activities and relaxation opportunities. The neighbourhood has a range of local shops, supermarkets, and amenities, offering convenient access to everyday essentials and services. Additionally, there are several schools, making it a family-friendly area. The property is easily accessible by public transport and car. The nearest train station, Reading Green Park, is just a 7 minutes drive. Heathrow Airport is a 30-minute drive from the property. This property is a self-check-in property, and you will be requested to verify your identity before being able to check into the property. You can check in any time of the day as long as you respect our standard check-in time (3 PM). Also, we charge £50 for each set of lost keys (security keys may cost more). There may be an additional cost to replace the locks for security purposes. So, please keep your keys safe. There is a zero-tolerance policy for smoking on the property. If our team discovers evidence that this rule has been breached (e.g., smoke smell, ashes, butts, etc.), we fully reserve the right to charge a minimum of £300 for the smoking fee. We do not allow parties, large gatherings, loud noises, or outside guests. Should we receive sufficient evidence of such activity, we reserve the right to cancel your stay (without a refund) and may involve a security team to evict you. Any associated cost will be charged to you via your security deposit. Local authorities may also be present (if required). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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) ### General - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 6cfbde2c-44a0-4922-9f29-9aa875112948 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.42135,-0.960641&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ob%7BxH%7ErzD%3FW%3FY%3FY%40W%3FY%40W%40Y%40W%40YBW%40W%40YBWBWBWBYBWDWBWDUDWBWDWDUFWDUFUDUFUFUFUFUFUFSHSHUFSHSHSHQHSHQHSJQHQJOHQLQHOJOJOLOJOJMJMLOJKLMLMLKJKLKLKLKLILINILILILGNILENGLGNELENENELENCNCNCLANCNANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBNBNBNDLDNDNDLDNFLFNFLFLFLHNHLHLHLHLJLJLJLJLJJLLLLLJLLLJLJNJNJNJNJNJPJPHNJPHRHPHPJRHPHRFRHRFTHRFTFRFTHTDTFTFTDTFTDVDTDVDVBVDTDVBVBVBXBVBVBVBX%40V%40V%40XBV%3FX%40V%40X%3FV%40X%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FVAX%3FVAXAV%3FXCVAXAVAXCVCVCVCXCVCVCVEVEVCTEVEVETEVGTETGTGVERITGTGTGRITGRIRGRIRIPKRIPIRIPKPIPKNKPKNKNKNKNKNKLMNKLMLMJKLMJMLMJMHMJMHMJMHOFMHMFMHOFMDOFMDOFOBMDODOBOBMBOBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAOAMCOCOCOCMEOEOCMGOEMGOEMGOGMIMIMGOIMKMIMKMIMKKMMKMMMKKMMMKOKMKOMOKOKOIOMQIOKQIQKQISIQISIQISISGSISIUGSGUGUGSGUGUEWGUEUGWEUEWCWEUEWCWEWCWCWCWCYCWAWAYCWAYAWAYAW%3FYAW%3FY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HvZQlm1Vsq_fw0Y_xhT9VpiqdNM=) Reading, United Kingdom #### What's nearby - Madejski Stadium \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Shinfield Studios \- 2 min drive \- 1.7 km - TeamSport Indoor Karting \- 3 min drive \- 2.1 km - University of Reading \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km - Progress Theatre \- 4 min drive \- 2.7 km #### Getting around - Reading Green Park Station - 5 min drive - Farnborough (FAB) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Campus Kitchen - ‬18 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Fidget And Bob - ‬19 min walk - ‪Le Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Reading's Peaceful Gem pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Reading's Peaceful Gem? ### What time is check-out at Reading's Peaceful Gem? ### Where is Reading's Peaceful Gem located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Reading's Peaceful Gem Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abiodun F. Nov 22, 2024 #### Nice environment to stay. Well connected to the city of Reading. Nice environment to stay. Well connected to the city of Reading. ##### Abiodun F. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pascal E. Jan 19, 2024 #### I had an amazing time. Great location, easy check in and such a cozy apartment. 100% recommended! I had an amazing time. Great location, easy check in and such a cozy apartment. 100% recommended! ##### Pascal E. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crittenden J. Jun 20, 2024 #### Pleasant stay. Pleasant stay. ##### Crittenden J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### xiubi y. 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