Fabulous period cottage, lying in an enviable elevated and secluded location with stunning panoramic views across the Meon Valley. The property, is set within grounds amounting to approximately 3 acres and incorporates lovely established gardens, a down land paddock, woodland driveway and a large area of dell. The property is superbly presented and offers delightful spacious accommodation with glorious views from almost every window. The cottage, we understand dates from around 1850 and has been sympathetically extended and renovated in more recent years to incorporate a perfect blend of original character, together with modern living.
Early viewing and interest is highly recommended.
ENTRANCE:
Front door leading to :
ENTRANCE PORCH:
Part glazed with a tiled floor and door leading to:
ENTRANCE/DINING HALL:
Attractive beamed ceiling and fireplace with dual side, wood burning stove. Inset lighting. Double glazed window to the front aspect. Radiator. Opening to:
STUDY/FAMILY ROOM
Double glazed windows to the front and side aspects. Radiator. Beamed ceiling.
INNER HALL:
Stairs leading to the first floor with understairs storage cupboard. Delightful bespoke stained glass window.
SITTING ROOM :
Double aspect room, being beautifully positioned with double glazed, double doors onto both the front and rear terrace, capturing and enjoying outstanding views. Super fireplace with dual side wood burning stove. Beamed ceiling. Wall lighting.
GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM:
Fitted with a white suite comprising WC and wash hand basin. Good sized double shower enclosure. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator. Tiling. Inset lighting. Towel rail.
KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING ROOM :
The kitchen/dining/living area, is beautifully fitted with a comprehensive bespoke range of traditional units which compliment the style and atmosphere of the house allowing for plenty of storage and finished with granite worksurfaces. There is a butler sink, together with an attractive recess for the Range cooker. Integrated dishwasher and space for an american style fridge/freezer. The flagstone style floor flows throughout the kitchen into the dining/living area which has under floor heating. Lovely brick fireplace with wood burning stove. Two double glazed windows to the side aspect and double glazed bi-fold opening doors overlooking and leading to the rear terrace, enjoying glorious far reaching views.
UTILITY/BOOT ROOM:
A great space with a practical tiled floor and a stable style door to the front aspect. Spaces for utility appliances and additional fridge/freezer space. Butler sink. Three double glazed windows to the rear and side aspects. Radiator.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Velux window, adding to the light and airy feel. Radiator. Built in wardrobe.
BEDROOM ONE:
Super master suite with double glazed windows to the side elevation and double glazed double opening French doors with a Juliett Balcony, allowing for amazing light and views across the fields and beyond. Radiator. Door to:
EN-SUITE BATHROOM:
Fitted with a beautiful traditional style copper and steel free standing bath, together with a white WC and wash hand basin. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator.
BEDROOM TWO:
Double glazed windows to the front and side aspects. Radiator. Access to loft space.
BEDROOM THREE:
Double glazed windows to the front and side aspect. Cupboard containing hot water cylinder/tank. Radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR:
Double glazed window to the front elevation. Radiator. Built-in wardrobes. Radiator.
STUDY/NURSERY/DRESSING ROOM:
Double glazed window to the side aspect. Radiator.
BATHROOM :
Superbly fitted with a traditional style free standing cast iron bath, together with a white WC and wash hand basin. Velux style opening roof light. Heated towel rail.
OUTSIDE: The grounds of the property are totally unique and interesting and amount in total to about three acres. The formal gardens which surround the house are gently sloping and are mainly laid to lawn with established planting, screening and hedging. There is an AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP, which is tucked away on the side of the house. A terrace adjoining the sitting room is a fabulous place to sit or entertain and enjoy the views. The second terrace on the rear elevation connects to the kitchen/dining area and sitting room - also perfectly situated for enjoying the views. A HOT TUB, is discreetly sunk into the decking. Vegetable garden and garden store. There is an additional raised patio area to the rear, allowing access to the side door of the garage and further gate to the driveway. DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE, with electric up and over door, power and light. The main entrance driveway is lightly wooded and meanders from the lane towards the house, with a down land pasture paddock lying to the right which measures approximately, just over one acre with a pony shelter and rear access gate to a track located on the far part of the rear boundary. The driveway continues to the parking area and the front of the garage, where there is also log storage. The driveway continues past the property, leading on towards the lane and to the Dell area. The large Dell is mainly grassed and surrounded by light woodland, amounting to approximately one acre. Please note there is a public footpath which meanders through, via the lower driveway - and some access rights over the rear boundary track - please do ask for further information.
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