Property description

Enjoying a delightfully mature setting within gardens approaching quarter of an acre, this substantial chalet style residence is both impressive in size of accommodation and presentation.

Owners’ Comments
‘Family life has been enjoyed in this bungalow for 31 years and many hours have been spent with children and grandchildren in the back garden watching them play in a very safe environment.‘

‘Being is so close to all local amenities including shops and the doctors’ surgery making this a very convenient place to live.’’

Introduction
Saltaire is perfectly positioned within its grounds to provide the most substantial of rear gardens predominately lawned with ideal sun terraces, yet is set far enough back from the Lane to accommodate a long driveway with generous parking whilst screened by mature trees and hedgerow. Internally, the property is just as appealing with flexible ground floor living space comprising two reception rooms and three bedrooms, the master with an en-suite shower room. A further attractive guest bedroom and family bathroom are available on the first floor. The property is pleasantly located in an established tree lined road within the increasingly popular village of North Baddesley, within walking distance of local amenities and bus routes.

Description
A UPVC double glazed door leads to the entrance hall which provides access to all rooms in addition and the half turn staircase. There is an under stairs storage cupboard and separate useful tall cupboard storage cupboard. The kitchen is a beautifully bright dual aspect room with views over the extensive garden and is fitted with beech effect eye and base level units with ample granite effect roll edge work surfaces. A range of integrated appliances are available including a Panasonic microwave, AEG oven, Baumatic ceramic hob and Bosch cooker hood. Whilst modern in design, there are traditional features including a large larder and serving hatch to the dining room with a door providing access to the rear garden. A separate utility/cloakroom offers space and plumbing for additional appliances, accommodates the gas boiler and features a white suite comprising a wash hand basin and wc. The living room and dining room are separated by a feature wide arch with bespoke crafted doors providing the opportunity of formal dining or open plan social flow. The sitting room enjoys a stone fireplace as a focal point with an inset gas fire. There is an individually designed corner window and double glazed French doors to the front garden. The dining room is able to facilitate a large dining suite and also features double glazed French doors to the side aspect. The master bedroom is both bright and spacious with front aspect windows and inset display shelving with down lighting. The en suite shower room comprises a shower cubicle, wash hand basin and wc. There are two further bedrooms available, one currently used as a study whilst the first floor guest bedroom offers built in wardrobe space and is served by a beautifully fitted bathroom suite benefitting from a separate shower cubicle and complementary tiled surrounds.

Outside
The impressive grounds of approximately a quarter of an acre are well screened from the Lane by mature trees and hedgerow and offer an impressive frontage with a lawned area and well stocked borders. The property is well set back and approached via a five bar gate and long gravel driveway which offers ample parking and a turning area, leading to the detached garage. A gated side access leads to the generous rear gardens predominantly consisting of substantial lawned areas, bordered by a variety of trees and flowering shrubs, partially divided by formal herbaceous borders. Adjoining the rear of the property are large patio terraces enjoying the pleasant sunny aspect, ideal for summer entertaining or relaxation. These flow into the more formal gardens of lawn and well stocked flowering borders partially separating the more natural extensive gardens which are laid to lawn interspersed with trees and shrubs.

Location
Wonderfully convenient to local amenities and accessible to the neighbouring centres of Southampton and Romsey, Saltaire is positioned on a popular residential lane within the village of North Baddesley and its wealth of amenities including a variety of shops, restaurants and hairdressers, in addition to its well regarded local schooling.

Agents Notes
The property is fitted with gas central heating and double glazing and offers a wealth of features that will appeal to a wide range of prospective purchasers.

Property Features :

• Wonderful plot approaching ¼ acre
• Four bedrooms, two receptions
• Set back position with good size frontage and gardens
• Located in a popular village road with easy access to commuting links
• Garage and parking for several cars