bassett, southampton

Offering a wealth of character and charm and set in a delightful tucked away location this detached residence has been lovingly renovated, comprehensively extended and sympathetically enhanced to an exacting standard by the current owners with a meticulous attention to detail throughout. A personal inspection is essential to appreciate the quality of finish and design influences which are found throughout this immensely attractive home in one of Southampton's most well respected locations. In brief the accommodation comprises a generous reception hallway, 23'6 Sitting Room, separate Dining Room, fitted Kitchen/Breakfast Room with separate walk in Utility/Laundry, the art deco influenced cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation. The first floor continues to impress with four bedrooms, the master of which has en-suite facilities and a luxuriously appointed family bathroom, all of which are accessed by an excellent galleried landing. Delightful courtyard gardens, ample parking and double garage.

ENTRANCE PORCH:
Beautifully detailed and ornately finished storm porch with pitch tiled roof and ornate fascia's and tiled base. Outside lighting. Leading to:-

WELCOMING RECEPTION HALLWAY:
Of a particularly generous size with an extra wide stair case with fine spindle balustrade leading to the galleried landing. Two double glazed windows. Two radiators. Smooth plastered and ornate moulded coved ceiling with recessed ceiling lights. Under stairs storage cupboard from two elevations which are inter-connecting with power and light available and consumer unit. Discerning purchasers will undoubtedly appreciate the detailed moulded architrave and door reveals which surround the internal double doors with arch beading and stained inserts leading to the sitting room. Ceiling mounted smoke alarm.

CLOAKROOM:
Beautifully finished with art deco influences, this room comprises of an octagonal low level w.c. with complementary pedestal wash hand basin. Obscure double glazed window. Comprehensive range of built-in bespoke handleless storage and removable panels providing service points. Radiator. Carrera marble tiled flooring. Extractor fan. Two wall light points. Internal door with frosted glazed inserts with arch top beading providing additional natural light into the lobby area.

SITTING ROOM:
The room centres around a feature electric fireplace with a raised marble hearth. Smoked polished chrome basket with polished finish surround. Within the chimney recesses are two built-in double width cupboards one housing consumer unit and gas point and the other housing a single radiator. Three further radiators. Double glazed window. Double glazed double doors leading to two separate elevations with arch top beading. Moulded coved ceiling with ornate detail and matching pelmets.

DINING ROOM:
Double glazed arch top beaded double doors leading to patio area. Radiator. Paint finished ash wood panelling with ash wood trim. Dado railing. Moulded coved ceiling with matching pelmets. Four wall light points.

KITCHEN:
Comprehensively fitted with a contemporary range of eye and base level units to include Villeroy and Boch single drainer double bowl sink unit with mono bloc mixer tap fitting. Suitable space and plumbing for dishwasher. Double glazed window. Travertine stone tiled flooring. Smooth plastered and moulded coved ceiling. Travertine stone tiled splash back. Double glazed window to patio area and arch top beaded oak hardwood external door. Radiator. Floor mounted kick space heater. The kitchen is trimmed with granite worktop surfaces with fitted downlighters.

UTILITY CUPBOARD:
Smoke glass double glazed finish door and window. Granite work surfaces with suitable space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer which are externally vented. Wall mounted Worcester boiler installed in January 2018. Smooth plastered ceiling and recessed lighting. Storage Cupboard.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
A beautifully appointed galleried landing with fine spindle balustrade and bespoke feature circular light fitting. Double glazed window to side elevation. Wall light point. Feature display niche with integrated lighting. Smoke detector.

BEDROOM ONE:
Dual aspect. Two double glazed windows. Smooth plastered ceiling. Two radiators. Access to:-

EN-SUITE:
The Ensuite benefits from further art deco influences to comprise of an octagonal shaped feature w.c., separate quadrant shower with electric shower, panelled bath and pedestal wash hand basin. Frosted double glazed window. Glass tiled splash back with matching glass shelf. Radiator. Smooth plastered ceiling. Access to roof space. Fitted medicine cabinet to remain. Shaver socket. Towel rail. Extractor fan.

BEDROOM TWO:
Dual aspect with two double glazed windows as well as an additional roof light window with fitted collapsing blind. Built-in storage cupboard providing useful storage area with radiator. Radiator. Further access to loft space.

BEDROOM THREE:
Dual aspect with two double glazed windows. Radiator. Smooth plastered ceiling. Studio lighting to remain.

BEDROOM FOUR:
Smooth plastered ceiling. Double glazed window. Additional double glazed roof light window. Radiator. Built-in twin wardrobe with lighting.

FAMILY BATHROOM:
Thoughtfully appointed and luxuriously finished bathroom with over size bath with corner mounted bath tap, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.c. Two double glazed windows. Radiator with bespoke decorative cover. Ladder style heated towel rail. Smoked glass fitted mirror. Limestone tiled flooring. Smooth plastered ceiling with recessed lighting. Extractor fan and shaver socket.

OUTSIDE:
The property is approached via a granite cobble stone driveway providing ample off road parking and enhances the natural character of this highly individual family home. The drive is partially trimmed by flint, stone and brick walling with brick finish planters. There are courtyard areas to the side and rear of the property with a shaped and paint finished fence and further flint and brick walling and planted borders with outside security lighting and tap facility as well as two water butts which will also remain. Fitted rotary clothes line locator.

DOUBLE GARAGE:
Finished in perfect synergy with the main dwelling, the triple tile hung gables trimmed with ornate fascia's complement the original cottage perfectly. Twin double doors provide vehicular access and there is further pedestrian access from the side. The floor benefits from a painted finish and there is an additional double glazed window with power and light fully available. In addition the garage benefits from additional loft style storage which can be accessed via a fitted loft hatch. Currently used as a workshop the internal space is completely open plan and could easily be utilised for other purposes such as a home office or gymnasium. The glazing within the garage is finished in 6.4mm laminated glass.

COUNCIL TAX:
BAND: E
CHARGE: £2372.67
YEAR: 2021/2022