Property description

Owners Comments
\"We have very much enjoyed living in such a quiet and friendly village. We love the feeling of being in the countryside whilst still having the convenience of access to Romsey, Southampton and the M3.\"

''The versatility of our home is perfect, whether it is relaxing in front of the cosy fire on a winter evening or opening up the patio doors in the summer and enjoying bbq's in the peaceful garden with friends and family.''

Introduction
Built in the 1950's, The Half House enjoys contemporary living within a traditional cottage feel combining to provide an ideal family home. Set within its own attractive gardens extending to ¼ of an acre, this character home features an extended vaulted kitchen breakfast room offering an ideal informal dining venue and a sitting room centred upon a brick fireplace with cosy woodburning stove and large patio doors to the recently constructed sun terrace. The ground floor guest bedroom with ensuite facilities is versatile and could easily be utilised as an additional reception room or home office.

Although delightfully tranquil with a stunning rural backdrop, the property is still conveniently located within a few minutes' drive of the centres of Southampton and Romsey with their wealth of amenities and situated within catchment of excellent local schooling for all ages both in the state and private sectors.

Description
A UPVC double glazed front door opens into the entrance hall which offers hardwood floorboards and hosts a large cloaks cupboard. The kitchen breakfast room is beautifully bright, vaulted at one end with a roof light and dual aspect views to the pretty rear garden with double doors accessing the terrace. The kitchen area is well equipped with a range of eye and base level units with marble effect work tops extending into a breakfast bar area. Integrated appliances include a Neff double oven and gas hob with extractor over, dishwasher and built in fridge freezer whilst there is ample space for a dining table and chairs. The sitting room enjoys the focal point of the brick and tile fireplace with inset woodburning stove giving the room a cosy cottage feel but contrastingly large slide patio doors afford much natural light and views across the garden to open countryside. An inner hall leads to the guest bedroom which is generous in size, benefitting from an ensuite shower room and could be utilised as a home office or family room.

On the first floor are three double bedrooms, the master and second bedroom offering delightful picturesque views to the rear across the rolling countryside. The master also features recessed double wardrobe with further eaves storage and there is a large storage cupboard in bedroom three. The bathroom comprises panel enclosed bath with shower guard and pedestal wash hand basin and there is a separate WC.

Outside
The property is approached via a gravel driveway allowing parking for several vehicles and leads to a large detached double width garage with workshop space, power, lighting and water and allows for several vehicles. The gardens encompass the property with a small lawned area with flower borders and a children's play area to the front. There are further lawns and flower borders to the side with a pergola leading to a patio area. The views to the rear are delightful from the raised Indian sandstone patio with sleeper edges. A rolling lawn interspersed with flower borders are screened by mature hedging. An additional decking area offers an ideal midday resting place and there is a timber shed discreetly positioned to the rear of the garden.

Location
Chilworth Old Village is a picturesque conservation area of just 21 character homes and cottages surrounded by open countryside positioned approximately five miles from both Southampton and Romsey centres. The village offers a strong sense of community spirit with an active church, village hall, recreation ground and revered local pub nearby. Recreational facilities are in abundance locally with the adjacent Chilworth Golf Course, Southampton Common and Sports Centre all nearby. Convenience shopping facilities can be found in the neighbouring village of North Baddesley and the village is ideally positioned for excellent commuter links and well regarded schooling.

Agents Notes
The property is equipped with gas central heating, mains drainage and double glazing.

Directions
From Romsey take the A27 passing through the village of North Baddesley turning right at the sign post for Chilworth Old Village. The property can be found approximately ¼ mile on your left hand side. 

Property Features :

• Charming cottage set within picturesque village setting
• Gardens extending to ¼ of an acre
• Delightfully presented accommodation with feature kitchen breakfast room
• Stunning views across countryside to the front and rear
• Versatile accommodation comprising four bedrooms with two bathrooms

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