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A unique opportunity has arisen for those seeking a retreat in one of England’s most desirable riverside settings. Hallsmead Ait, a triangular private island located in Berkshire near Shiplake Lock in Oxfordshire, is now up for sale. Boaters and rowers passing by on the Thames have long admired the wooded island, which boasts its landing pontoon.
Entrepreneur Jamie Waller, the current owner of Hallsmead Ait, describes it as a rare gem offering a self-contained island sanctuary. Savills, the agent handling the sale, highlights the island’s picturesque location on the tranquil stretch of the River Thames known for its unspoiled natural beauty. The island provides sweeping views of the water and a diverse array of wildlife along its banks.
Interested buyers have the chance to acquire this secluded oasis at an auction without reserve on 25 November. Accessible only by boat, Hallsmead Ait is ready for imaginative use with a landing dock already in place. The decision to auction it with no reserve underscores the confidence in the market’s appetite for unique assets like this island retreat. In a similar vein, another private island on the Thames in Surrey hosted a series of concerts in June, with more events planned for the future. D’Oyly Carte Island, named after London theatre impresario Richard D’Oyly Carte, offers a rich history dating back to the late 19th century when it was acquired by Carte, who went on to build the iconic Savoy Hotel and Theatre
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