The eyes of the world will be on Windsor once again on Friday, as Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank tie the knot in the second royal wedding of the year at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. Just like Prince Harry and Meghan before them, the newlyweds will travel through the historic town in a carriage procession following their wedding ceremony, with the castle, quaint shops, bars and the Long Walk providing the perfect backdrop for their day.
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Although Windsor has received more attention than ever in 2018, it has long been a popular place to live thanks to its rich history, great amenities and prime location within an easy commute of London, Reading and Slough. There is lots to offer people of all ages, with beautiful parks, great shopping and a number of good schools, and its appeal is not lost on the Queen, who spends much of her time at Windsor Castle, in the heart of the town.
If the royal wedding has opened your eyes to Windsor and left you considering a move, we've pulled together a pick of the best houses currently available, both to rent and to buy, thanks to some help from Hamptons International. Have a look at what's on offer and contact their Windsor Sales office (01753 415 265) for more details...
For Sale
High Street Eton:
This stunning five bedroom period home has a garage and an excellent location in historic Eton, with Windsor & Eton Bridge and the bars, cafes and shops of Eton High Street on its doorstep. The Grade II-listed townhouse has an abundance of period features to add character, and a landscaped garden, zoned into two areas, leading to a garage at the rear. It could be yours for £1.4million.
Grove Road:
With an enviable location in the heart of Windsor town centre on a sizeable corner plot, this detached four bedroom, period family home is sure to prove popular. Windsor Castle, where Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank will tie the knot, is just a short walk away, along with the beautiful Long Walk and shopping centre. The house has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a south facing garden that is incredibly spacious. Available for a guide price of £1.25million.
Alexandra Road:
Spread over three floors, this recently-refurbished family home is located close to the town centre, where Princess Eugenie will go on a short carriage ride after her royal wedding. There are two ground floor reception rooms, a stunning Poggenpohl kitchen and three bedrooms, as well as a private landscaped garden – it's too good to miss. Snap it up for £775,000.
Alma Road:
This unique property is a real gem on the Windsor property market. Originally set up as a B&B, it could be converted back into a three-storey home, or stay in its current configuration as two dwellings – a two-bedroom apartment and four-bedroom home with a modern kitchen and private terrace area. Combined with its ideal spot close to Windsor Town Centre, it's no wonder it has a guide price of £1.35million.
For let:
Clarence Crescent:
Looking to rent a beautiful family home in one of the most prestigious locations in Windsor? Look no further. This four-bedroom, two-bathroom property has amazing facilities including a fully-equipped kitchen, access to a communal garden and on street parking. It could be yours for £4,500 a month, inclusive of utilities.
Adelaide Square:
This two-bedroom Georgian villa is truly impressive, and located close to the Long Walk, where Prince Harry and Meghan went on their carriage procession in May. Available for £2,250 per month, it has a contemporary style but still maintains many of its original period features. A courtyard garden and basement for storage are added benefits to this house.
Chapter Mews:
You’ll be hard pushed to find a better location in Windsor than Chapter Mews, which is a secure gated development with Windsor Castle as its backdrop. Not only are you close to the castle, but also great transport links, with Windsor’s train station, shops and restaurants all just a short walk away. The property is available furnished or unfurnished and could be yours for £1,795 per month.
Orchard Avenue:
This four-bedroom, two-bathroom home is ideal for families, thanks to its location in a highly sought-after cul-de-sac close to Windsor town centre and generous size. There are also two reception rooms, a rear garden and even a home office that is situated via its own entrance from the front of the property. Available for £2,750 per month.