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Time to make changes.. Queen Street, Twyford

Time to make changes

Having been in the same ownership for some fifty years, it is fair to say that this detached house in Queen Street, Twyford is ready for a renovation programme which could also see an extension to really make this house fit perfectly with the lifestyle of the new occupiers. Sitting behind a brick and flint wall in this popular village, the period house has a good frontage with access at the side to a driveway and detached garage.

The accommodation currently provides additional space on the ground floor which is arranged as a double bedroom with its own bathroom, which complements the three first floor bedrooms.

The long dining room acts as circulation space and connects with the sitting room, sun room, with double doors to the southerly aspect, and the kitchen at the rear. There is also a useful boot room with a door to the rear lobby.

The first floor bedrooms all have fitted storage and share the family bathroom.

Crantock sits well within its garden in this central village location and at the rear the land extends beyond that of the neighbouring properties to form an ‘L’ shape. The garden is full of interest with a wide range of mature shrubs and trees around the lawns together with a brick built studio and potting shed. There is also a workshop attached to the rear of the garage

Just a short distance away are the excellent local amenities which give a base for the distinct sense of community in the village. Sitting on the fringes of the South Downs National Park, there is lovely countryside to be explored by way of a network of footpaths just a few metres from the front door. Winchester lies……

Quietly positioned in the heart of the city

Quietly positioned in the heart of the city

A fabulous opportunity has arisen in the heart of Winchester to create a highly personalised home with period charm and character. Rich in Georgian architecture, this fine house in St Peter Street was originally associated with the Catholic Church but has latterly been used as offices, although retaining its original domestic style and atmosphere. Earlier this year planning consent was obtained to convert this fine property back to residential use. This is a unique opportunity to create an exceptional family home in the city or prime office premises.

Approached from the street up a short flight of stone steps the front door opens into a generous hall. High ceilings, working shutters, deep skirtings, large sash windows and exceptional carved white marble fireplaces feature throughout the house and there are two good reception rooms at this entrance level plus another on the lower ground floor with a kitchenette, study, utility room, w/c and cellar. It is suggested that this area might be reconfigured to create an impressive open-plan kitchen and family room or adapted to become a self-contained annexe.

The staircase, with an elegant, curving handrail, pauses at the half landing before continuing up to the first floor where an impressive reception room overlooks trees and the garden of The Royal Hotel.

The top floor has three rooms, perhaps two double bedrooms and a single room with the rooms to the front having sensational roof top views of the Cathedral.

To the front of the property wrought iron railings enclose a small courtyard and this might be able to be adapted to create a new entrance into the property perhaps for the creation of a self-contained flat.

There is access under an archway……

Two new homes remaining at Barton Stacey

Two new homes remaining at Barton Stacey,

Connells estate agency in Winchester is delighted to have sold two out of four new homes at Roberts Road in Barton Stacey. Ideal for the modern family, just two homes now remain to be sold and Connells is advising prospective buyers to act quickly so as not to miss out.

Built by Champion Homes and set in the picturesque village of Barton Stacey in Hampshire, this development of new homes at Roberts Road comprises four modern four bedroom family homes. The collection is built to an impeccable standard and each home offers generous open living space, luxurious fitted kitchens with integrated Bosch and Electrolux appliances, en suites to the master bedrooms, enclosed private gardens and three allocated parking spaces for each house. 

“The fact that two out of four homes at Roberts Road have already sold and exchanged contracts is testimony to the popularity of unique new homes such as these,” says Oliver Fowler, Branch Manager at Connells Winchester. “If you are interested in one of the remaining properties at this fantastic development, then please don’t delay in getting in touch with the team here at Connells to book a viewing.”

Roberts Road is ideally situated in the small village of Barton Stacey, boasting a primary school, local shops, pubs and restaurants and numerous regular activity clubs. The new homes are within easy reach of both Winchester and Andover, and with fast access to both the A34 and A303.

Prices for the two remaining homes at Roberts Road start from £415,000 and buyers can also utilise the Government-backed Help to Buy scheme which provides greater assistance to first time buyers to get onto the property ladder. For more information and to book a viewing,……

Half of new apartments sold at launch

Half of new apartments sold at launch

Connells estate agency in Basingstoke is delighted to report record sales at the launch evening for Vantage House. In just three hours, the team reserved 50% of properties at this new luxury development set in the heart of Basingstoke. These astonishing sales figures speak volumes for the popularity of this landmark Basingstoke development, its fantastic location and high specification design.

Vantage House, on completion, will offer open plan living space throughout its 20 one and two bedroom apartments. Highlights include allocated undercroft parking, sleek, contemporary interiors and timber effect flooring, high quality bathrooms and kitchens with fully integrated Smeg appliances. Set in a central location, Vantage House is perfectly placed to enjoy Basingstoke’s range of local amenities and great for commuters, with London easily reached in under an hour. 

“We were delighted by our customers’ reaction to these properties,” says Viv Denyer, New Homes Business Development Manager at Connells. “We fully expected to have a lot of interest for Vantage House, so I’m absolutely thrilled about the response seen at our launch. The fact that 50% of available properties sold within three hours really shows a lot for the local market which is currently booming. These apartments are a hot commodity and they combine beautiful designs, great prices and an amazing central location. We recommend customers who want to buy one of the remaining apartments to register their interest immediately, as we don’t expect them to stay on the market for long.”

Prices at Vantage House start from £179,500 and buyers can utilise the Government-backed Help to Buy scheme, which provides greater assistance to first time buyers to get onto the property ladder. For more information on securing one of these apartments, call Connells……

Tips for landlords in the run up to winter

With the seasons changing and the clocks ‘falling back’ on Sunday, 30 October, now is the time to get your property ready for winter, says Tara Kelly, Head of Lettings at Savills Winchester. 

“Taking the steps below before issues happen will help avoid stress for you and your tenants. If your agent is managing your property they may be taking care of many things for you; give them a call to discuss.”

Tara has highlighted some top tips to follow:

Lag all pipe work to reduce the risk of water pipes splitting or freezing

•         Don’t forget loft spaces, external cupboards, taps, garages and boiler rooms.

Make your property energy efficient through insulation

•         Cavity wall insulation, draft excluders, floor insulation and loft insulation are some examples of how to keep heat in your home. 

Make sure your boiler and fireplace are ready for use

•         Boilers and fireplaces need regular servicing/sweeping (check your health and safety responsibilities) to make sure they are in good working order, it also reduces the risk of break downs. 

Smoke, CO alarms need testing to make sure they are working

•         Regular testing of both of these is very important; a landlord must have a working smoke alarm on each habitable floor of the property and a CO alarm in any room with a solid fuel appliance, for instance a working fireplace.

Burglar alarms are the most effective deterrent against burglars

•         Make sure your alarm is tested and ready.

After high winds it’s important to assess any damage quickly

•         You should check for structural damage, missing tiles, cracked render, damaged/poor pointing, and cracked brickwork and render to make sure you nip any potential issues in the bud.

Keep an eye on the health……

Easy to move part furnished flat

Easy move to part furnished flat

The vast majority of rented homes are made available on an unfurnished basis but for those just starting out or who need to leave their furniture in another home, it can be an expensive and time consuming exercise to furnish the new home.

Here at a smart top floor flat in Palmerston Court in St Cross, a little to the south of Winchester’s city centre, the bright and spacious two bedroom home is offered together with main furnishings of sofas and dining table and chairs in the living room and beds and wardrobes in both double bedrooms.

The large kitchen is well equipped with not only an electric oven, gas hob and fridge freezer but also a dishwasher and washing machine.

The master bedroom is a large room and has a free standing wardrobe in addition to a built-in double cupboard; and even an additional sofa in this room. The bedrooms share the bathroom and there is a separate cloakroom.

The flat has an entry phone system and is offered together with the use of a single garage and there is additional residents parking in the road.

Pearsons quotes a monthly rent of £1,100 and enquiries should be directed to the Winchester office on 01962 853344.…