Hampshire Property News

Right at the heart of city life

Just a few steps away from Winchester High Street lies Parchment Street, where a wealth of  independent stores, chic boutiques and designer treasure troves wait to be discovered, alongside cafes, established restaurants and vibrant galleries, all nestling amongst the fascinating backdrop of this historical city.

On this popular street a one bedroom ground floor flat has become available on the rental market which forms part of a converted period building and which has its own direct access to communal gardens, shared by the four flats.

Leading off the large hallway is a living room, kitchen, double bedroom and the bathroom. Simply laid out and ready for occupation.

Pearsons will be pleased to arrange a viewing and quotes a monthly rent of £750. Contact the Winchester office on 01962 853344.…

This immaculate detached home was built just three years ago to a striking contemporary design and is well situated to take advantage of commuter routes around Winchester as well as the city centre. There are beautiful views over the golf course to open countryside from the first floor, further adding to the appeal.

All manner of the latest technologies have been employed in the design including underfloor heating on the ground floor, mechanical ventilation and heat recovery system, central vacuum system, water softener, CAT6 cabling to all reception rooms and bedrooms and a fabulous kitchen with integrated appliances including a boiling water tap.

The layout is well designed with spacious and light rooms over two floors. The double height hallway is flooded with light and opens to the kitchen on one side, which is open plan to a dining area, the sitting room on the other side and a separate family room in between which connects with the kitchen. All three rooms have doors to the paved terrace which sweeps across the rear of the house. There is also a study at the front, a shower room, utility room with a door to the side, and access into the integral garage.

Upstairs are four super bedrooms, two of which are lovely suites, one even with its own dressing room. There is also a fabulous family bathroom with a bath and separate shower.

A monthly rent of £3,000 is sought on an unfurnished basis and this contemporary dream will be available from the beginning of August.

Contact Winkworth in Winchester for more details on 01962 866777.…

Southerly aspect with open views

The spectacular position in Oliver’s Battery, on the edge of Winchester, is the real draw at this single storey detached home. The good size accommodation is hugely versatile and could be adapted to suit a range of lifestyles. The property has a southerly aspect at the rear and backs directly onto South Winchester Golf Course which provides uninterrupted views.

The entrance porch provides space to kick off shoes before walking through to the hallway which branches off to three bedrooms and the family bathroom on one side. At the rear, doors open to an inner lobby which leads to the living space including an ‘L’ shaped sitting and dining room and the adjacent kitchen, both with doors to the garden.

The bedrooms are all a good size with the largest having its own bathroom.

A garage is attached at the side, together with a car port and driveway parking and the gardens slope away, providing elevated views over the golf course.

Offers over £530,000 are invited by Fox & Sons in Winchester and the sales team may be contacted on 01962 862121.…

This is a great home to appeal to families looking for a village lifestyle but within reach of a host of city amenities and excellent schools for all ages. Positioned in a tucked away location in Littleton, residents can take advantage of the wide range of active sports clubs based around the village hall and the recreation ground, and socialise at the popular Running Horse. Winchester is less than two miles from Littleton and it is an easy run to the train station for those who need to commute.

Nearby Sparsholt primary school has been rated as outstanding, with the secondary schools in Winchester and Peter Symonds sixth form college all hugely popular and easily accessible from here, adding to the appeal of the village.

An open plan garden sets this detached house back from the quiet close and there is good parking in front of the double garage.

The bright interior decoration enhances the abundance of natural light throughout the house and the accommodation radiates from a spacious entrance hall from where stairs rise to the first floor landing.

The kitchen is very well fitted and has a designated breakfast area with sliding doors to a superb conservatory which combine to create a family living space, leaving the separate sitting room at the other end of the house as a quiet haven. There is also a dining room for formal occasions with a bay window overlooking the rear garden, and a useful study at the front of the house.

Four double bedrooms are arranged over the first floor with a further box room ideal as a second study or nursery. The family bathroom and the en suite to the master are both spacious with a bath and separate shower in the family bathroom.

A very attractive garden lies……

A stunning waterfront development of apartments and detached villas in Lymington with breath-taking views is being marketed by Savills.

Lymington Shores, by award-winning Redrow Homes, is a prestigious development of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, including an exclusive range of penthouses, as well as three, four and five-bedroom detached villas.

Most apartments feature balconies and the villas, which are on the water’s edge, have rooftop terraces, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the Lymington River, The Solent, the Isle of Wight and inland towards the New Forest National Park.

Nikki Penman, from the Residential Development Sales team at Savills Southampton, said: “We are thrilled to be involved with this stunning waterfront development. The homes at Lymington Shores enjoy an enviable, tranquil location with spectacular views, close to the picturesque coastal town of Lymington and all it has to offer.

“Steeped in history and famed for its Georgian architecture, Lymington is a world-renowned sailing resort on the edge of the New Forest National Park which provides the perfect setting for a relaxed lifestyle.”

The town is home to the Isle of Wight ferry and consequently has superb road and rail connections to the rest of the UK.

Apartments at Lymington Shores are priced from £259,950, and villas are from £1,895,000.

For more information, contact Savills on 023 8071 3900.…

Buy-to-let investors typically enjoy a greater return than those who choose to invest in FTSE 100 companies.

New research reveals that while total returns on property investments rose by 9.57 per cent in the 12 months to the end of March, the London-based stock exchange has lost 1.4 per cent in the year to date.

Allison Thompson, managing director at property specialist Leaders, says: “Despite recent buy-to-let tax changes imposed by the government, there is no doubt that the property market still offers an extremely attractive investment opportunity.

“With returns increasing by almost ten per cent over the last year, investing in property is a shrewd way for people to use their savings. In comparison, the stock market has failed to deliver a return for many investors and even the best savings accounts are typically offering rates of less than two per cent at the moment.”

London continued to drive the buy-to-let market in the 12 months in question, with landlords enjoying a 16.49 per cent increase in returns. It was followed by the east of England (13.18 per cent), the south-east (12.1 per cent) and the East Midlands (8.59 per cent), according to Property Partner’s residential market index.

Allison adds: “While returns may be greatest in the south, investors should also consider buying to let in the north where purchase prices are often cheaper and demand in many areas is rising rapidly. In particular, Manchester has witnessed a sharp spike in investment activity in recent months.

“Those who wish to benefit from the largest returns in the south can still find good value for money and, with the help of a local property expert, can pinpoint the most up-and-coming towns in their region.

“Properties to rent remain in high demand, with experts predicting that more than half of young……