Hampshire Property News

Tucked away in a secluded position off the High Street in Stockbridge, this newly constructed chalet style home benefits from the latest technology and building standards. Michelmersh brick elevations fit well with the traditional surroundings, complementing the mellow clay tiled roof and the high levels of insulation and modern building techniques will ensure economic running of this home.

Finished to a good standard, there are oak floors in some rooms with carpets to the bedrooms and a wood burning stove in the living room, together with a large, four panel wall of glazing which opens to the garden.

The kitchen is well fitted and one of the double bedrooms is on the ground floor with an adjacent bathroom whilst on the first floor a superb open landing with potential for a study recess, has doors off to a second good size bedroom, the family bathroom and a further room ideal as a study, store room or third bedroom.

Outside, the approach to the property is securely gated and the driveway terminates in a turntable which is perfect for positioning a small car ready to drive straight out again, an unexpected but most welcome feature of this home.

The gardens have been simply landscaped with paving and a level lawn, securely enclosed with fencing and ready for an individual’s input to create further interest if required.

Within Stockbridge there are numerous shops, pubs and tea rooms, community activities, and wonderful countryside walks all around.

Offers in excess of £625,000 are invited. Contact the Pearsons office in Winchester for further details on 01962 853344.…

Eleanor House is an exceptional period house, now completely renovated, lying on the edge of the village of Ropley and enjoying long views over grounds of three acres and countryside beyond.

The original part of the house, built in 1869, served as a chapel for many years and when the house was substantially extended some forty years later, this became the beautifully proportioned drawing room. The principal rooms have good ceiling height, architectural detailing and many enjoy the best of the long views.

The house is primarily arranged over two floors but with a useful cellar and lovely attic rooms which currently provide a large bedroom, bathroom and playroom for visiting grandchildren.

The entrance hall makes a fine statement and the staircase rises from here to the first floor. The drawing room lies to the rear and is a superb room with twin pairs of French doors flanking a feature fireplace and opening to a westerly terrace.

The formal dining room is charmingly elegant and the kitchen/breakfast room lies on the other side of the hall complete with an excellent range of cabinets, Aga, larder and plenty of space for informal dining. Leading off a rear lobby is a sitting room and cloakroom. There is also a long glazed conservatory with lovely views over the formal gardens and across to the paddocks.

Four principal bedrooms radiate from the first floor landing, accompanied by three smart bathrooms and there is a further room ideal as a study or additional bedroom.

Outbuildings within the grounds include an oak framed double garage, boiler room with ground source heat pump, two stables and a tack room.

The formal gardens are landscaped and stocked with classic herbaceous borders and sweeping lawns, complemented by a fruit cage, greenhouse and three paddocks which have a separate access.

The village of Ropley is situated on the south side of the A31 but the house itself is located off a quiet country lane on the north eastern side of the village and has long unspoilt views over the adjoining countryside. The village is a busy community and amenities include a community owned shop/post office, sports pavilion, parish hall, coffee room, primary school, church, numerous societies and clubs.

Jackson-Stops & Staff will be pleased to provide further details of this lovely country home and a guide price of £1,795,000 is given. Contact the office on 01962 844299.…

The advancing autumn is bringing a repeat of last year’s market trend with buyers seizing residential opportunities.

Kevin Prince, partner in charge of residential sales for Carter Jonas in Winchester, said: “Last year I went on holiday in late October and early November anticipating a quiet period but had to come back early because I was getting so many calls. This year I decided to keep working and the decision is paying off. We are now taking offers and exchanging contracts on several properties a week.

“Looking forward, I think that 2016 will get off to the same busy start as this year. To date, the market has been buoyed by parents wanting to demonstrate that they live in areas served by schools that they consider to be the better-performing. As the cut-off date for school applications looms, parents want to at least exchange contracts by the end of January, even if they don’t complete the sale until afterwards.

“This month’s news that the Bank of England is unlikely to implement a Base Rate rise before early 2017 has also spurred people into action. Buyers have greater confidence that they can arrange a mortgage and cover the expenses of a house move before having to deal with an increase in their mortgage payments.

“The housing market has always been cyclical but, like the seasons, we are seeing a difference in the dates when those cycles kick in. The summer market slumber returned and lasted longer both this year and last while the late year activity and the more vigorous early months of the new year also seem to be carrying through.

“The start of this year saw a definite trend for sales to pick up and houses that were a little late for the 2015 market surge are now finding buyers. Autumn is traditionally a quieter time but there’s no sign of hibernation in the Winchester property market!

“Anyone tempted to sell would be well advised to prepare now for a New Year launch.”

For more information on a property appraisal, contact Carter Jonas on 01962 842742 or email winchester@carterjonas.co.uk…

Lantern Cottage is a delightful, detached country house, which has been constructed to a high standard and designed by the current owner. Built of beautiful brick and flint elevations under a thatched roof, the property offers spacious accommodation of more than three thousand square feet with all the charm and character of a period property but with the easy maintenance of a modern house. Lantern Cottage has also been quoted as a fine example of an eco self-build property.

An impressive entrance hall with travertine flooring creates a welcome scene and an oak staircase rises through the house from here and oak panelled doors lead to the various reception rooms. The spacious and light accommodation is centred around the kitchen/breakfast room, which is extremely well fitted with bespoke oak units, complete with a central island, granite work surfaces and integrated appliances with an Aga set within a brick recess. There is also a large utility room and separate boiler room, both with access to the garden; a ground floor shower room and additional guest cloakroom.

The superb dining room could easily be divided to create two rooms and has French oak flooring and connects with the kitchen. The oak flooring reappears in the triple aspect drawing room across the hall which also has a feature fireplace with a cast iron wood burning stove and French doors to a south easterly terrace.

A wonderful first floor landing branches off to a principal bedroom suite with a well fitted bathroom, a guest bedroom with built-in wardrobes, again with its own bathroom, two further double bedrooms, with wardrobes, family bathroom and a fifth bedroom or study.

Sitting in delightful gardens of about half an acre, which surround the house on various levels, intertwining paths and steps, lavender beds and interesting raised planting set the scene with swathes of lawn, a choice of seating areas and a backdrop of mature trees. There are two double garages, one at the front and one with access from the rear, which provide great parking and plenty of storage.

Upper Chute is the idyllic setting for Lantern Cottage and is a delightful hamlet in the midst of rolling countryside and comprising a church, village hall and public house.

A guide price of £950,000 is quoted by Savills. Contact the team in Winchester for further details on 01962 841842.…

If a new home’s at the top of your Christmas wish list, contact Lovell Homes and you could be celebrating in a brand-new property at the company’s super-popular Mayflower Mews development in Sholing, Southampton.

Following exceptional demand, Lovell now has only two beautiful, contemporary homes for sale at this sought-after development which is only a short drive from the city centre – and all are available for you to move in ready to enjoy December’s festivities.

Lovell field sales manager Melanie Richards says: “Christmas is fast approaching but there’s still time to snap up one of these fantastic properties if you act now. Just call our friendly team on 0808 274 8246 and find out how we can help you get settled into your new home, ready to make 2015 a Christmas to remember!”

Tailor-made for festive entertaining

A superb selection of homes at Mayflower Mews include two impressive three-bedroom homes – the Ely house style – which deliver the perfect setting for celebrating the season with family and friends.  Both are priced at £259,950 (£207,960 after a Help to Buy Equity Loan*), including carpets.

Tailor-made for entertaining, whether you’re planning a quiet get-together or a larger gathering, the Ely’s ground-floor layout features the attractive open-plan kitchen and dining room, with French door leading on to the garden. The kitchen itself is fitted with high-quality Bosch appliances including gas hob, built-in oven and cooker hood. When you’re ready to kick back, move to the first-floor living room to chill out and chat. The first-floor double bedroom provides a spacious and private haven for overnight guests with the family bathroom handily located on the same floor. On the second floor, is the master bedroom with fitted wardrobe, the third bedroom (perfect if you have a young child and want them sleeping next-door to you) and a convenient modern shower room, preventing any bathroom battles at busy times. In addition, the Ely benefits from an integral garage, with electric up and over door.

Located in an established, residential neighbourhood, Mayflower Mews is just three miles from the M27 and just under four miles from Southampton central train station.  As well as excellent transport links, the neighbourhood offers plenty of green space, including Mayfield Park and the Miller’s Pond nature reserve while Southampton city centre with its busy nightlife, restaurants and first-class shopping facilities is within easy reach – just take the A3025 across the River Itchen.

To find out more, call the Lovell team on 0808 274 8246 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, visit lovellnewhomes.co.uk  – don’t miss out on owning one of these final homes this Christmas.…