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This charming city cottage in Upper Brook Street is simply arranged as the original architect intended, with modern influences creating a very comfortable home. One of the best things about this period property is the location, right at the very heart of Winchester which means that all the attractions of the historic city are on the doorstep which is conducive to an easy lifestyle.

There are two ground floor reception rooms with the well fitted kitchen having a breakfast area. The modern bathroom accompanies two double bedrooms.

The property also has an attractive enclosed patio garden to the rear which is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the long summer days.

Further details are available from Pearsons in Winchester by contacting the office on 01962 853344. A monthly rent of £1,250 is quoted.…

All the right ingredients

This superb family home in Winchester will undoubtedly appeal to many purchasers looking for a new home. This property has all the right ingredients conducive to a happy family lifestyle, being well positioned for access to good schools for all ages, is within walking distance of the city centre and train station for those who need to commute on a regular basis, and with extended and impeccably presented accommodation throughout. There is even a south facing garden to add to the appeal.

The house has been the subject of substantial enhancements in recent years, most notably a fantastic loft conversion with twin dormer windows providing a fabulous 18’ master bedroom and luxury bathroom.

Care has been taken to restore and enhance the character features throughout the house including stripped wooden floors, ceiling cornices and the refurbished sash windows. The two original reception rooms have been retained with the sitting room at the front taking in the large square bay window and having a lovely period fireplace suitable for an open fire. The dining room behind is currently used as a study and has exposed wooden floorboards and French doors to the garden.

A beautiful range of Shaker style units and granite work surfaces have been fitted in the kitchen incorporating integrated appliances and the exposed floorboards run through to the breakfast room which has bi-folding doors to the southerly aspect. There is also a utility room with space for laundry appliances and a door to the side.

Stairs from the entrance hall rise to the split level first floor landing, which is naturally lit by a sun pipe, and then continue up to the second floor where a large roof lantern lights the landing which opens to the master bedroom and lovely bathroom.

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Branksome Close is a small residential road, tucked quietly away off Kilham Lane on the fringes of Winchester where the houses are set back off the road in good size gardens. Enjoying this quiet  and little known location, this semi-detached house is, however, within easy reach of all the amenities in the city, has good access to the road network and is just a few minutes’ walk of the highly regarded Kings Secondary School.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors but there are examples in the road of loft conversions which might appeal to a purchaser looking for a future project to expand. With the size of the plot it is easy to imagine an extension either to the side or rear of the house too.

The ground floor has two reception rooms, the one at the rear opening into a conservatory and the kitchen is a good size although has not been updated in recent times.

Three good size bedrooms are arranged off the first floor landing together with a refitted family bathroom which has a contemporary finish with large format tiling.

Large gardens lie to the front and rear of the house with mature planting providing privacy. The wide driveway provides plenty of parking and access to the garage at the side of the house. The rear garden has a sunny aspect and is simply laid out and something of a blank canvas for a keen gardener.

Chris Pickard at Goadsby in Winchester says: “Situated close to the renowned Kings Secondary School, this house has all the ingredients for a fantastic family home. With a sunny garden, excellent downstairs living space and three very good sized bedrooms, the property also offers fantastic potential for further extension to the rear, or even into the loft space which……

Lettings firm, Penyards Property Management, is celebrating its 27th anniversary this month.

One of Winchester’s bastions of privately-owned business, Penyards Property Management is the largest lettings agency in Winchester and is a regular fixture at the top of the Rightmove rankings for new instructions and number of properties listed. It has a 13-strong team, comprising lettings managers, property managers and lettings negotiators, with a combined century of experience. Established as an independent business in 1995, it manages over 500 residential units across the county, and offers Client Money Protection, access to the Property Ombudsman and membership of the primary lettings trade body, the The Association of Residential Lettings Agents.

Recently, Penyards Property Management appointed a new Associate Director, Mike Turner, to strategically plan for the firm’s continual growth over the coming years. With years of experience in the industry, stretching from Hampshire, Surrey and West London, Mike was the natural choice to lead the team into further success.

Mike commented: “I am sure the experience, professionalism and total focus on customer care will encourage even more landlords and tenants to use our professional, dynamic services.”

Its estate management business has grown considerably over the last year, with additional services in Winchester, Oxford and Clapham. Holding true to its value, “to exceed the expectations of our clients by offering the highest quality property management and letting service in Hampshire through encouraging the individual employee to realise their full potential”, Penyards has invested in three of its team to undertake their Property Management BTEC qualification through the Guild of Letting and Management, to further the firm’s service offering and ensure the team remains at the top of its game.

Reflecting on the secret to the company’s longevity, Alan Davis, Managing Director, said: “Our people are our most valuable and passionate asset. We……

It’s in the heart of Winchester’s historic centre and has the perfect period feel of its surroundings.

But the big surprise for many will be that an impressive four storey town house in Archery Lane is only 20 years old this year despite being part of the renowned Peninsula Square scheme that arose out of the former Barracks in the city that were a landmark for many decades.

Since it was built, the house, the imposing centre of a terrace of three and crowned by a decorative pediment in brick to complete its Georgian appearance, has been much improved by the current owners.

Hidden behind a mirror door is an impressive library on the lower ground floor. This room could be easily combined with the adjacent shower room and utility to form an annexe or a bedroom suite if desired.

On the ground floor is a refitted and bespoke Stephen Anthony kitchen that matches the overall impressive stature of the property with its Farrow and Ball finish, quartz work surfaces, recessed electric Aga, compact oven, and Norcool drawer fridge.

There is a study opening off the entrance hall just inside the front door – the hall has stairs descending to the library level and a flight rising to the drawing room and en-suite second bedroom on the first floor. The drawing room is entered through glazed double doors and its westerly aspect floods the room with natural light.

The whole of the second floor is occupied by the master suite, which boasts a wall of fitted wardrobes, and en-suite with a bath, separate shower cubicle, and twin handbasins. There is a dressing room with wardrobes to two walls that could be used as a fourth bedroom.

With many mature trees and attractive open spaces, The Barracks has a quiet and……

If you are thinking of buying a brand new home in the Bursledon area, just 4 miles from Hedge End, now is the ideal time to register your interest in the Bellway Homes’ Latitude development in Pylands Lane.

“This really is an exceptional development which will appeal to a wide variety of purchasers,” says Marie Terrey, Sales Manager. “We will be building 1 and 2 bedroom apartments as well as 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses so I think the term ‘something for everyone’ can definitely be applied here. By registering an interest now people can be kept up to date with the progress being made.”

Bursledon is a traditional village with tree-lined country lanes and impressive historic houses, all nestled within an idyllic waterside setting. The village borders the popular Manor Farm Country Park which has over 400 acres of woodland and rural landscapes on the bank of the river Hamble. The site contains a working farm tracing over 100 years of agricultural history, along with a ‘meet the animals’ experience and a vast ancient woodland to be explored.

Latitude is well placed to make the most of the area’s excellent transport connections, with the M27 less than half a mile away, which then leads onto the M3 and the A3(M). Portsmouth can be reached in approximately 17 minutes via the M27, while Southampton is under 20 minutes away via Portsmouth Road and the A3025. Bursledon has its own train station located under two miles from the development, with regular services to Southampton Central, Portsmouth and Southsea, passing several popular destinations on route.

If educational needs are a priority it is good to know there are a range of schools nearby covering infant through to higher education. Children under 11 will benefit from close proximity to Kings……