Hampshire Property News

Layout offers versatility on the ground floor

For those needing to live on a single level, this detached chalet style home in Kings Worthy could be the answer. Although there are three lovely bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor, there is also a double bedroom, adjacent study and a shower room on the ground floor which are endlessly versatile.

This additional ground floor space does not compromise the living accommodation, however, with a sitting room extending 20’ into the large bay window to the front with views over farmland, a very well fitted kitchen/breakfast room and a separate dining room with doors from the kitchen and from the hall.

The bedrooms on the first floor all have built in wardrobes with the largest room being dual aspect and enjoying countryside views, together with the benefit of its own bathroom. The main shower room has recently been refitted and is smartly presented.

At the front of the property, the driveway leads off Springvale Road and provides plenty of parking as well as a garage with the garden extending to both sides and accessible from the utility room and also via French doors from the kitchen. On one side is a private courtyard designed for low maintenance whilst at the other is a lawn with an open aspect but this could be enclosed by hedging or a fence.

Kings Worthy is a popular village just a few miles from Winchester and there is a regular bus service to the city. Locally there are good amenities with a convenience store, doctor’s surgery, public houses, garden centre and the village primary school has received a good rating from Ofsted.

Chris Pickard of Goadsby says: “This property is surprisingly spacious with lots of ground floor accommodation providing a flexible layout for……

Situated in a beautifully tucked away position amongst half acre, private grounds, a stunning architect designed residence originally constructed in 1929, which has been sympathetically and thoughtfully extended by the current owners who have resided at the property since 1998.  The property also benefits from a superb oak framed barn of 1568 sq ft, which was built in 2003, currently used as a home office but offers superb potential to be used as a three-bedroom annexe.

The house extends in total to 4550 sq ft and is well proportioned throughout with four generous reception rooms, in addition to a superb live in kitchen/breakfast room.   The drawing room is dual aspect and centres of an open ‘Jetmaster’ fire and leads through to the superb conservatory via double doors. The kitchen has beautiful travertine flooring and is fitted with ample oak wall and base units with granite worktops, a Rangemaster cooker, Franke sink and a range of Neff integrated appliances and leads into the generous breakfast room which has an oak floor, wood burning stove and bi-fold doors to the gardens. 

Both the Dining Room and Family Room are dual aspect with oak flooring; the family room has bi fold doors leading to the garden terrace and is fitted with a bar area. Upstairs are six bedrooms, all of which are of double proportions, three with ensuite facilities and two with dressing rooms. In addition, there is a family bathroom and ground floor shower room.

The property is approached via an unmade lane which leads to a private shingle driveway providing ample parking and leads to a double garage which is integral to the barn.  Planning permissions are approved for an additional oak framed double garage in the grounds.  The gardens surround the property extending to over half an acre in total and are……

Don’t put your sale on hold

At this time of year house sellers often face a dilemma. Should they wait until after the holiday season before they put their home on the market? Or, if they are going on holiday themselves, should they put everything on hold and potentially risk losing a buyer while they are away?

Oliver Fowler, Branch Manager of Connells in Winchester has no doubts: “The local property market is extremely active at the moment, with most homes selling quickly and achieving excellent prices. However, there is still a significant imbalance between the number of people looking to buy and properties for sale, so we don’t expect to see a slowdown in activity over the summer.

“Provided your estate agent is fully aware of your holiday plans, knows how to contact you and can gain access to your property, then I would certainly advise sellers to keep their property on the market.”

The local branch is advising home sellers to follow just a few simple guidelines if they have plans to go away this summer:

– Notify your estate agent of your holiday dates well in advance

– Give your agent a set of house keys and talk through security, access and viewing arrangements whilst you are away

– Ask your travel agent for a contact number at your holiday destination or check that your mobile will work abroad and you will have reception

– Pass on these numbers to your estate agent, along with the times you will be available to take a call.

– Even if you can’t be contacted you can still leave specific instructions in writing with your estate agent and legal representatives about what offer may be acceptable.

“Whether you are going away or not, there’s no reason to delay……

An amazing Georgian country house which has flexible living areas, landscaped gardens, far reaching views and excellent commuting links has become available on the rental market.

Approached by a long, sweeping driveway, St Pauls House is an impressive sight. Built in the 17th century, the house has an abundance of history and unique features characteristic of its period and later position as a Georgian Vicarage. Improvements in 2010 including sustainable technology and a further modern wing have made St Pauls a characterful and practical home.

A fine entrance hall leads to a well equipped kitchen opens to the dining room and a family area which has French doors to a covered loggia. Each of the formal reception rooms; the drawing room, sitting room and study, has an open fireplace with original surround, and stunning views of the surrounding grounds framed by shuttered sash windows. A stone spiral staircase at the rear connects each floor of the house and provides access to a versatile basement with boiler room and gym.

On the first floor is a triple aspect master suite with its own bathroom, five further bedrooms, three en suites and a family bathroom. On the second floor is the seventh bedroom, with adjacent shower room, which enjoys breath-taking panoramic views.

A separate coach house provides perfect accommodation for staff or guests, with a kitchenette, bedroom, shower room and plenty of storage. Additionally it offers a three car garage and a splendid rotunda wine store with a domed roof

Landscaped mature gardens surround with mature oak, horse chestnut and walnut trees featuring. A series of garden rooms complement the more formal garden; including a sunken terrace with ornamental pond, herb garden, rose garden, ornamental vegetable and cutting garden, while clipped hedges and box balls complete the refined presentation of this extensive……

Very pretty Garden Cottage

Beautifully situated within an enclosed garden at Itchen Stoke, this lovely village cottage enjoys one of Hampshire’s picturesque river valleys and has countryside views. Lying between Alresford and Winchester, there are plenty of amenities within easy reach but essentially this home offers a country lifestyle.

Approached over a driveway, which also provides parking for three cars, the cottage is tucked away and enjoys a private position with the windows primarily facing over the garden. An enclosed porch opens to the entrance hall which has doors off to the modern fitted kitchen/dining room on one flank and a reception room or third bedroom on the other, complete with adjacent shower room. The sitting room is an attractive brick and flint extension with a southerly aspect and access out to the garden.

Stairs from the hall rise to the first floor where there are two double bedrooms, one with its own shower room, and the family bathroom.

At the front of the cottage a wooden gate set in a high wall gives access into the enclosed garden which is mainly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance.

This lovely cottage is available on an unfurnished basis at a monthly rent of £1,575. Debbie-Anne Taylor at Savills in Winchester will be happy to help with enquiries and can be contacted on 01962 834021.…

A unique opportunity has arisen to rent a fabulous Georgian country house, fully furnished and set in two and a half acres of gardens and grounds which encompass a swimming pool, tennis court and manege with stables.

Grade II listed and enjoying a lovely location within ten miles of Winchester, Fir Tree Farmhouse at Horton Heath offers very spacious accommodation including a self contained annexe.

The house has been meticulously maintained and the lovely period features blend well with the modern touches that have been introduced to provide comfort. The layout allows for a versatile lifestyle and the principal living space is impressive with high ceilings, tall sash windows and a fantastic Smallbone kitchen with a breakfast area and space for relaxing.

The annexe has its own entrance hall and staircase up to two bedrooms and a bathroom and also has the flexibility to connect with the main house on both floors.

An extensive driveway is accessed via electrically operated wrought iron gates and there is a turning circle with access to the double garage and a further drive to another garage. The gardens adjoin farmland and paddock and there is a sunny terrace close to the heated pool and pool house, and a further outbuilding is currently arranged as a gym.

The manege is approximately 20m x 40m with stables, a hay store and tack room located adjacent to the property.

Offered on the market at a monthly rent of £4,750 this glorious house could be made available by early July. Contact Charters in Winchester for more details on 01962 830880.…