Hampshire Property News

caption (L-R) Ben Dickinson of Hamptons International at Fleet, Michael Walker, Regional Director and Carley Bassett Administrator for the company in Winchester

It’s great to see national and local companies pull together to fundraise for worthy causes and even better when fun is had by all. This was certainly the case when Hamptons International recently organised a pub quiz at the Kings Head in Hursley and raised £1,366.87 for Cancer Research UK.

This sum was partly raised by an auction held within Hamptons and a raffle which was open externally, with prizes donated by a host of local companies including restaurants, hairdressers, independent shops and boutiques, interior designers, vineyards, a cookery school and leisure venues.

The evening was a lively event with five teams representing Hamptons International offices across the region enjoying a friendly rivalry.  Staff from offices across the region including Winchester, Salisbury, Canford Cliffs, Farnham, Haslemere, Liphook, Fleet and Alton took part.

Carley Bassett, Administrator in Winchester, a key organiser for the event, was delighted with the response to the initiative and said: “Special thanks must go to all the local companies who willingly donated a whole range of gifts, products and experiences to appeal to all. Massive thanks also to the Kings Head at Hursley who did a fantastic job at hosting this latest event.

“Our total charity fundraising this year as a region is £4,644.87 which represents a sterling effort by all concerned.”…

Village home with a twist

The striking architecture of this lovely home in Littleton, built two years ago, conceals an imaginative layout and quality fittings for a comfortable lifestyle. Located within this small village there is easy access into Winchester from here and just a short run to the train station for those who need to commute. There are also good local amenities and countryside to be explored.

Set back off the road and approached via a long driveway, the house enjoys a quiet position and there is plenty of off road parking. The garden wraps around the house and the ground floor level has several access points into the living space with the bedrooms arranged over the lower ground floor, naturally lit by an excavated terrace and with access to the Indian sandstone paving from all three bedrooms.

The living space is full of light with tall windows an intrinsic part of the architecture and a primary feature in the rooms and circulation space. The kitchen/breakfast room is extremely well fitted and has a full range of quality appliances. On the other side of the spacious and wonderfully light hallway is a lovely living room with space for relaxing and dining and with full height glazing at both ends and doors opening to the garden.

The three bedrooms on the lower level are all a good size, one with its own smart shower room and there is also a beautifully fitted main bathroom, both with high powered showers.

Well stocked raised borders surround the artificial turf in the garden which provides a low maintenance, interesting outside space with a lovely sunny aspect.

Contact Winkworth in Winchester for more details. A price of £699,975 is quoted.

Call 01962 866777…

Beautiful home in riverside village of Warsash

Warsash sits on the eastern bank of the River Hamble and is connected to the village on the opposite bank by way of a ferry which operates all year round. This lovely location on the south coast is home to this modern extended house which is presented in immaculate condition throughout with a high specification including solid birch flooring, Bose speakers and the heating can be remotely controlled using a smart phone.

The house has a great layout with all rooms radiating from the large open hallway. The kitchen is well fitted leaving space for a breakfast table and there is an adjacent utility room with an external door to the side of the house which helps to keep things tidy. Two reception rooms lie at the rear of the house, the sitting room with an open fireplace and the dining room having glazed doors which open to the garden. There is also a small study and a ground floor cloakroom.

The first floor landing is a lovely open space from where four double bedrooms, all with wooden flooring, and the family bathroom lead off. The master bedroom has fitted wardrobes and its own luxury bathroom complete with bath and large walk-in shower. The family bathroom has a Jacuzzi bath and a separate shower cubicle.

At the front of the house is a wide gravel driveway, leading to the integral garage, softened by planting to the sides and a pathway leads along the side to the rear garden. This is a wonderfully mature area with shrubs, trees and a vegetable patch. A secluded patio at the rear is an ideal space to idle away a summer afternoon.

Contact Connells for more information and to make an appointment to view. A price……

Dybles has been rewarded for the team’s hard work and dedication by being crowned ‘Best Estate Agent’ in Winchester by the British Property Awards. As an independent, local and relatively new estate agent, Michael Dyble says it means everything to the team that they have been recognised and awarded this title.

The British Property Awards were created by a dedicated team of former estate agents who believed that some consumers unfairly judged the industry, due to a few estate agents falling short of expectations. They also felt that estate agents who provide a fantastic service and go that extra mile for their clients should be rewarded and highlighted for their endeavours.

The team from the British Property Awards assess estate agents against a set of 25 criteria, tailored within a given town. They believe that the awards should be judged on a local level to provide members of the public with an overview of their local market. They assess those who meet the criteria over several months to ensure continuity and stability before judging which agency has performed outstandingly. Because they do not merely rely on customer reviews of successful sales and use an independent team their award is very comprehensive in the sector and makes winning a Gold medal even more impressive.

Michael says: “There is a benefit for both the business and consumer with this award. As an estate agent our fantastic service and hard work has been rewarded and for consumers it helps property owners with the monumental task of deciding which agent to work with in Winchester.”

Contact Dybles on 01962 866644.…

With the five detached houses at Silverline Place all sold and just waiting for moving day to welcome their residents, award-winning Drew Smith is proud to announce the launch of the five remaining townhouses at this flagship development in Winchester.

The bold, statement architecture draws on proportions borrowed from the Georgian era and Adam Architecture has incorporated exquisite features, creating imposing facades that open to reveal stunning interiors

Each home is framed by beautiful landscaped gardens and the grand proportions are enhanced by tall sash windows, superb brickwork and Portland stone detailing.

Traditional elegance combines with modern convenience to create highly desirable living space, with excellent energy ratings, and the specification has been meticulously planned by the Drew Smith Homes design team using exceptional materials with beautiful detailing and high quality equipment throughout.

The layouts vary considerably, with the substantial accommodation extending to more than two and a half thousand square feet in some cases. Arranged in two terraces, most homes have garaging and all have private parking.

In true Drew Smith style, attention to detail is exemplary both in the quality of the construction, specification and finish of the houses and also in the landscaping of the development as a whole as well as the individual private spaces.

Jane Kennerley of Savills New Homes is delighted to be bringing the townhouses to the market and says: “Following the successful sale of the five detached houses at Silverline Place, the launch of the townhouses has been eagerly awaited. This will give families an opportunity to really get a flavour of a new home at Drew Smith’s flagship development.

“This is a fabulous location on Bereweeke Road which is within an easy walk of the train station as well as the tennis club and excellent shops and amenities nearby. Winchester’s city……

The day dawned breezy and bright and set the scene perfectly for the launch of the latest fabulous show home at Bovis Homes’ The Green at Winchester Village.

Visitors to the launch event marvelled at the beautifully decorated and furnished show home, which suggests how these homes may be personalised, and the stylish furniture combined with feature wall coverings and attractive window dressings encouraged people to relax and enjoy the atmosphere. A professional chef produced a superb array of enticing delicacies and Bovis and Savills teams were on hand to ensure guests were welcomed and provided with information required.

The garden also was a huge success with its southerly aspect and range of Mediterranean planting, and due to the favourable weather, was a focal point during the day with a jazz band providing an uplifting beat, and the popcorn machine a fascination, particularly for the younger visitors.

Several prime houses are located within this elevated flank of Winchester Village with a range of four, five and six bedroom homes to choose from. All feature excellent layouts with high ceilings, beautiful fixtures and fittings, design-led kitchens and bathrooms, and ample parking. Several of these homes are unique to the development and have versatile accommodation.

Jane Kennerley of Savills New Homes was delighted with the steady stream of potential purchasers through the day and said: “It was a thoroughly enjoyable day with a jolly atmosphere and it also gave the existing residents an opportunity to come along and view the new show home and mingle with neighbours and the sales team. The day was a huge success with several reservations taken as a result.”

Bovis has a range of incentives to make moving easier including part exchange which can remove all the stress of trying to coordinate the sale of an……