A family-friendly stay in Reading awaits you at this apartment. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Kennet & Avon Canal and Oracle. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Reading Museum and Town Hall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
University of Reading - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Reading Station - 15 min walk
London (LCY-London City) - 127 min drive
Restaurants
โชOsaka - โฌ7 min walk
โชwagamama - โฌ6 min walk
โชJoe & The Juice Reading - โฌ8 min walk
โชZizzi - โฌ6 min walk
โชGooi Nara - โฌ8 min walk
About this property
IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped
Summary:
๐๏ธ 1BR Apartment | Central Reading
๐ Sleeps 3 | 1 Bedroom | 2 Beds | 1 Bath
๐ ฟ๏ธ FREE secure parking on site, rare in town
๐ถ Fast WiFi + dedicated workspace
๐ณ Full kitchen | Washer + dryer
๐ถ Walk to the station, The Oracle and town
๐ฎ Arcade games | ๐ Self check in by lockbox
๐งผ Professionally cleaned every stay
๐ฌ Longer stay? Message us for weekly + monthly rates.
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The Space:
A central Reading base with somewhere secure to park. Walk to the station and the Oracle, then shut the door on a long day.
Welcome to Ibex House, a one bedroom apartment right in the middle of Reading, with free secure parking on site. Rare in this part of town.
You know the usual trade offs with a town centre flat.
โ Nowhere to park, or a car park that costs a fortune
โ A kitchen fine for toast and nothing else
โ WiFi that stutters through a work call
โ Hosts who go quiet the moment you check in
โ Photos that flatter a tired flat
None of that here.
This is a well kept apartment, cleaned by professionals before every stay. Fresh linen, fresh towels, and the basics stocked so you can settle straight in.
๐ ฟ๏ธ Secure parking on site
Free parking in a secure car park at the building. In central Reading that is not a footnote, it is the reason people book.
No meters, no permits, no circling the block.
๐ Rest and reset
A double bedroom with room darkening blinds, plus a sofa bed in the living room, so the flat sleeps up to 3.
Central heating you control, and fans for warmer months.
๐ณ A proper kitchen
Oven, hob, cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster, blender, kettle, and a coffee maker.
Cook a real meal and skip another restaurant bill. There is a dining table to sit at, and wine glasses for the evening.
๐ถ Set up for work
Fast WiFi and a dedicated workspace.
Take the call from the desk, not the edge of the bed. Good for remote work, timesheets, or catching up after the office.
๐งบ Ready for a longer stay
Washing machine and tumble dryer, plus an iron, drying rack, and clothes storage. Pack for weeks, not days.
๐ฎ Wind down
Arcade games, board games, and a TV for the evenings.
๐ถ Step outside
Reading Station is about a 12 to 15 minute walk, with fast trains to London Paddington in 25 minutes. The Oracle, Broad Street, and the riverside restaurants are all a few minutes on foot.
๐ Easy arrival
Self check in by lockbox, so a late train or a long day is no problem. Private entrance, and you can drop your bags off early if you need to.
๐ Handy for work
๐ถ Reading Station: ~1 km, about 12 to 15 min walk (Paddington in ~25 min)
๐๏ธ Town centre offices, Broad Street and The Oracle: a few minutes on foot
๐ M4 Junction 11: ~2 miles, ~10 min
๐๏ธ Green Park Business Park: ~2 to 3 miles
๐ Supermarkets and coffee: walkable in the town centre
๐ Off the clock
๐ฝ Riverside bars and restaurants at The Oracle: short walk
๐ณ Good walks and nature: a short drive out of town
๐ London for the day: Paddington in ~25 min by fast train
๐ฐ Windsor Castle: ~35 to 40 min by train or car
๐ฌ What guests say
"Lovely little place near the heart of Reading. Comfortable inside, and the free secure parking was a huge plus. Instructions were clear and the host was extremely responsive." Matt, 5 stars
"As described and very neat and tidy. Clear, detailed instructions made getting in a breeze, and the host was exceptionally responsive and accommodating." Ashish, 5 stars
"Detailed check in instructions made it extremely easy, quick answers to any questions, clean, and it matched the description. Walking distance to the town centre." Adelle, 5 stars
๐ธ What you see in the photos is what you get. No wide angle tricks.
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Guest Access:
Guests get the whole apartment, inside and out. Nothing is locked off.
๐ The double bedroom
๐ Living room with sofa bed, TV, and arcade games
๐ณ Full kitchen with oven, hob, and dining table
๐ฟ Bathroom with a good shower, basin, and WC
๐ The dedicated workspace
๐งบ Washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, and drying rack
๐ ฟ๏ธ A space in the secure car park on site
๐ Self check in by lockbox. Arrive whenever suits you.
๐งณ Early train or late finish? Drop your bags off, just ask.
No key handovers. No hidden areas. The whole apartment is yours.
The Neighborhood:
This neighbourhood is in the vibrant heart of Reading, offering a perfect balance of convenience and character. Itโs surrounded by a great selection of shops, cafรฉs and restaurants, making it easy to enjoy both casual dining and local favourites. The area is very well connected, with excellent transport links, including Reading Station just a short walk away, providing quick access to London and other major cities. Despite its central location, the neighbourhood retains a relaxed feel, with nearby parks and the River Kennet offering pleasant spots for a stroll. Itโs an ideal location for those who want city amenities within easy reach, combined with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Getting Around:
๐ด Restaurants:
1- Osaka Reading - Just 3 min by Drive
2- The Bap - Just 7 min by Drive
3- The Reading Room - Just 7 min by Drive
๐ Supermarkets:
1- Sainsbury's - Just 4 min by Drive
2- Morrisons - Just 6 min by Drive
3- Tesco Extra - Just 7 min by Drive
Bus Station:
1- Ashmere Terrace - Just 7 min by Drive
2- Portman Road Tesco - Just 7 min by Drive
3- Bridgewater Close - Just 8 min by Drive
Hospitals:
Royal Berkshire Hospital - Just 6 min by Drive
Pharmacy:
Boots Pharmacy - Just 6 min by Drive
๐ Nearby Train Station:
Reading Station โ major rail hub with fast connections to London, Oxford, and beyond (less than 0.5 miles away).
๐๏ธ Nearby Top Attractions (within 5 miles):
๐๏ธ The Oracle Shopping Centre โ premier retail and dining destination.
๐ฐ Reading Abbey Ruins โ historic site with beautiful grounds.
๐ณ Forbury Gardens โ charming Victorian gardens for a relaxing stroll.
๐ก Museum of English Rural Life โ fascinating exhibits about rural heritage.
โฝ Madejski Stadium โ home to Reading FC and London Irish Rugby.
Other Things to Note:
Here is the fine print, up front. No surprises after booking.
๐ Good to know
๐ House rules
๐ญ No smoking inside
๐ No parties or events
๐บ No external speakers wired to the TV
๐ Keep it reasonable for the neighbours, it is a shared building
๐พ No pets, sorry
๐ซ No third party services on site
๐ Beds and extras
A double in the bedroom, plus a sofa bed in the living room. Sleeps 3.
A cot and high chair are free on request, with children's books and toys for little ones. Just give us 48 hours notice.
โ Before check in
Two quick things online: a photo ID check and a signed rental agreement. A couple of minutes, and it keeps everyone protected.
๐ ฟ๏ธ Parking
Your space is in the secure car park at the building, included free. We send clear directions to the entrance before you arrive.
๐น Security
๐ฅ Exterior CCTV only, facing the entrance. No indoor cameras.
๐ A noise monitor that reads decibel levels only. No audio, no recording.
๐ฅ Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit.
๐ฌ Staying a while?
For 28 nights or more we do weekly and monthly rates that beat a run of hotel nights. Bills included, no deposit you never see again.
Contractors and firms get proper HMRC ready invoices. Relocating or here on assignment? Tell us your dates and we will work around them.
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Message us anytime with your dates or questions. We reply quick.
Interaction with Guests:
We are not absent hosts.
Message us and we reply, usually within the hour. We know central Reading well, from the quickest walk to the station to where to eat after a late finish.
Here for a contract or a move to the area, we keep things running so there is one less thing to think about.
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
General
Double-glazed windows
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 484 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Rules
Only people on the reservation can stay at the property
Pets
No pets 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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped have a pool?
No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.
Is IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped?
No, IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at IBEX HOUSE | Free parking | 2 beds |Fully equipped?