Title: Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle Family-friendly holiday home in Reading with a water park ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23930000/23923600/23923533/415bbc18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23930000/23923600/23923533/075ee3a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23930000/23923600/23923533/2c7cd92c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23930000/23923600/23923533/8a63dd34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23930000/23923600/23923533/d94230da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A water park, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6840 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle This modern house has a fresh and clean 'feel' to it having been re-painted in June 2025 and has brand new carpets as of June 2025. Also refurbished to a high standard in the last couple of years, with a brand new fitted kitchen, new bathroom. This lovely modern 3 bedroom house is in a quiet private street but is also only 1 minute walk to Reading’s premier shopping destination, The Oracle which hosts 90 shops, combining chic boutiques with major department stores like Debenhams and House of Fraser. With a 10 screen Vue cinema and a wide range of eateries, there’s plenty to do besides shopping too. This location is also excellent for business and conferences being minutes from Thames Valley Business Park, Green Park and also Reading Stadium. It is in a quiet street with little traffic or passers by. Free private off street parking in front of the house and a visitor additional use permit (free parking in the centre of Reading is rare!) The property now has a brand new Samsung Crystal 50” 4K television with apps, logged into:- Apple, Disney, Amazon films and TV accounts suitable for adults and children, so perfect for those rainy nights in. The lounge has 2 x sofas and beanbag so plenty of room to ‘chill out’. There is an outdoor private patio with table and chairs, perfect for spring and summer evening drinks or dining Alfresco! It's only a 10 minute stroll to the major Reading railway station which connect visitors to London in 25 minutes (Reading to London Paddington). It's also really quick drive to M4, M25, M3, M40, A4, A329M, Winnersh Triangle etc. There is so much to love about Reading and so much to do from Shopping to Festivals, Jazz clubs, the Reading Hexagon, Reading University and the River Thames to name a few. NEW Child Stair-gate, brand new travel cot provided, Lego and some toys and childs bed in third bedroom This house can now sleep up to 5 adults and a travel cot and now a brand new futon downstairs in the lounge as well which pulls out into a double bed, plus a good quality fold out single bed. We will endeavour to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 840 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115130000/115127000/115126944/d2d5b28f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleek Reading Apartment Near Town Centre - Stylish Stay for Work or Leisure Reading - Washer - Dryer - Parking available - Microwave £222 includes taxes & fees 29 Oct - 30 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=115126944&PinnedHotelID=115126944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15864200/15864193/13cd384e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PREMIER SUITES Reading Reading City Centre - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 153 reviews £80 includes taxes & fees 24 Oct - 25 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=15864193&PinnedHotelID=15864193&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105950000/105948500/105948410/94c3b4f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-Bed Refurbished Reading House Reading - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=105948410&PinnedHotelID=105948410&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48450000/48443100/48443018/b8f4da44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Flat 14 Helena House, 1-Bed, Sleeps 3, Parking Reading - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space £129 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=48443018&PinnedHotelID=48443018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101980000/101973400/101973399/fe50ec19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Prospect Apartment, 3 Guests & Free Parking Reading - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=101973399&PinnedHotelID=101973399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115690000/115684100/115684055/7a22b343.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand New Renovated- Free Parking- Garden- SmartTV Reading - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave 8.0 Very good 1 review £64 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=115684055&PinnedHotelID=115684055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11750000/11742800/11742792/e2f6e5a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SACO Reading - Castle Crescent Reading - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 137 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=11742792&PinnedHotelID=11742792&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96020000/96017900/96017852/a6842bbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brunswick Cottage - 2 bedroom home situated in the hearts of Reading City Centre Reading - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=96017852&PinnedHotelID=96017852&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119330000/119324400/119324369/752a8ea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Spacious apartment located in the heart of it all! 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Please do not smoke in or around the property and no cigarette butts to be stubbed out or left anywhere in the garden. ### 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 This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Modern 3 bed House Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Modern 3 bed Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Reading Modern 3 bed Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Modern 3 bed House Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Modern 3 bed Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Reading Modern 3 bed House Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Modern 3 bed Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle Reading Modern 3 bed Centre Town Sleeps 6 own Parking Oracle ## About the area Located in Reading City Centre, a neighbourhood in Reading, this holiday home is near theme parks. Nirvana Spa and Predator Assault, Laser Combat are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River and Mapledurham Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Lagoona Park, or check out an event or a game at Madejski Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. [Visit our Reading travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading.dx5664) [View more Holiday homes in Reading](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5664-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.45252%2C-0.97402&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IbrKyXfxUnZ3eOe--E9eONnEsSQ=) Reading, England ### What's nearby - Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Hexagon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Reading Museum and Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Royal Berkshire Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - University of Reading - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 10 min walk - Farnborough (FAB) - 46 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Osaka - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Rising Sun - ‬4 min walk - ‪BrewDog Reading - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Purple Turtle - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Boundary - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Centre of Town, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, own parking and patio close to The Oracle located? > This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kennet & Avon Canal and Thames River. Oracle and Broad Street Mall are also within 5 minutes. Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) is 10 minutes by foot and Reading Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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