Having been in the same family ownership for over fifty years, this highly individual character home believed to have been designed and occupied by an architect in the early 1930's. The accommodation is comprehensive and offers four double bedrooms, the smallest of which measures 10' x 9' 11" and the master enjoys en-suite facilities and a further separate wet room can be found on the first floor.
The grand reception hallway has a feature leaded light window with stained glass inserts, there are three generous reception rooms, the principal measuring 19' 11" all of which are complemented by a 16' x 10' 10" kitchen/breakfast room. The property retains an immense amount of character with period features to include picture railing and original door furniture. A particular feature of this home is the numerous bays to the principal accommodation. Externally the property continues to impress with thoughtfully appointed gardens. In addition there is also driveway parking which provides access to the detached double garage and has the unusual advantage of a cellar. Whilst there is scope for some improvements, discerning purchasers will undoubtedly appreciate the opportunity to put their own mark on this highly individual home to begin its next chapter. The property is offered for sale with no forward chain and early viewings are recommended.
FEATURE STORM PORCH:
Offering a detailed curved arch entrance approached via curved shallow steps with tiled base. Courtesy light.
RECEPTION HALLWAY:
The grand reception hallway offers a welcoming and spacious entrance to this home benefitting from a double height and a period curved top entrance door with natural light provided by a feature leaded light stained glass window to the side elevation. Stairs rising to the first floor landing. Under stairs storage cupboard which includes a window to the side elevation. Radiator. Picture railing.
DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM:
Low level w.c. and vanity hand basin. Secondary leaded double glazed window. Radiator. High level built-in storage cupboards. Extractor fan.
SITTING ROOM 19' 11" (6.07m) x 16' (4.88m)::
Impressive secondary leaded double glazed bay window to front elevation. Two wall light points. Curved radiator. Further radiator. Stone fireplace. Smooth plastered and coved ceiling.
LOUNGE 14' 7" (4.44m) x 15' 11" (4.85m)::
Impressive leaded secondary double glazed bay window to side elevation. Curved radiator. Further radiator. Smooth plastered ceiling. Tiled fireplace with fitted gas fire. Double glazed door to rear elevation.
DINING ROOM 22' 5" (6.83m) x 9' 10" (3.00m)::
Leaded secondary double glazed bay window to rear elevation. Radiator. Smooth plastered and coved ceiling. Picture railing. Feature fireplace with tiled surround.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 16' (4.88m) x 10' 10" (3.30m)::
A comprehensive range of eye and base level units to include a one and a half bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Built-in oven as well as five burner gas hob. Stainless steel and glass finished chimney style extractor. Suitable space for dishwasher. Built-in dining bar and built-in drying cupboard with additional radiator. Three leaded secondary double glazed windows, two to side and one to rear elevation. Partial wood panelling. Further door to side elevation. Laundry Cupboard - suitable space and plumbing for automatic washing machine. Wall mounted central heating boiler. Leaded secondary double glazed window.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Leaded secondary double glazed bow window to front elevation. Smooth plastered ceiling. Picture railing. Leaded secondary glazed window to side elevation. Picture railing. Radiator. Airing cupboard and linen cupboard.
BEDROOM ONE 20' 2" (6.15m) x 13' 11" (4.24m)::
Impressive leaded secondary double glazed bay window. Curved radiator. Further radiator. Feature fireplace with fitted gas fire. Built-in wardrobes.
EN-SUITE:
Three piece suite comprising; shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.c. Partly tiled wall surfaces. Extractor fan. Radiator. Secondary leaded double glazed window.
BEDROOM TWO 16' (4.88m) x 15' 2" (4.62m)::
A dual aspect room with leaded secondary double glazed bay window. Further additional leaded double glazed window. Curved radiator. Further additional radiator. Built-in wardrobe providing hanging and shelf storage.
BEDROOM THREE 16' 9" (5.11m) x 9' 11" (3.02m)::
Leaded secondary double glazed bay window. Picture railing. Smooth plastered ceiling. Radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 11' (3.35m) x 9' 11" (3.02m)::
Leaded secondary double glazed window. Radiator. Service cupboard. Picture railing. Access to roof space.
WET ROOM:
The wet room has been re-fitted with a modern suite comprising; concealed cistern low level w.c., vanity hand basin with storage under and fitted shower. Partly tiled wall surfaces. Two leaded glazed windows. Access to linen/airing cupboard.
OUTSIDE:
To the front of the property is a sunk garden trimmed with dry stone walling. The gardens being primarily laid to lawn with a circular planted feature centrally located. There is a wide range of mature established plantings providing a good degree of natural privacy. Crazy paved pedestrian pathway provides access from Bassett Avenue. Gated side access to the rear garden. The rear garden benefits from a raised patio area with a timber pergola over. The gardens being primarily laid to lawn with dry stone walling and planted borders. Detached greenhouse. The gardens are enclosed by partial walling and mature shrubs and trees providing a good degree of natural privacy. There is gated access to a covered walkway which has a trellis finish and leads to the detached garage. DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE With retractable roller doors and benefitting from power and light with a courtesy door to side elevation. Attached to the garage is a lean-to greenhouse which provides access to the cellar which is located beneath the garage useful for the storage of leisure equipment and garden equipment.
COUNCIL TAX:
Southampton City Council
BAND: F
CHARGE: £3,273.75
YEAR: 2025/2026
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