Property description

This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a slice of Southampton's history in this stunning Victorian residence. Built in the 1880's, this house offers unrivalled space, boasting six double bedrooms and four reception rooms. This home offers an abundance of period features, the quality of which are incredibly rare. Situated on the prestigious, popular and friendly Shirley Avenue, large houses dating from the Victorian era line the street, this being one of only three built by this architect. Internally, the grand entrance hallway is laid with the original Victorian tiles, which are in extremely good condition. The two large reception rooms offer impressive high ceilings, ornate fireplaces which have been meticulously restored, beautiful coving and skirting boards. The large kitchen/ breakfast room accommodates an Aga and well designed, generous storage and worktop space. This leads through to the utility room which in turn leads to the garden. A unique feature of this house is the fully floored and lit cellar. Accessed by a staircase and doorway from the dining room, the cellar could accommodate many uses. A striking feature of this house is the large family room to the rear of the property. With beautiful dual aspect views over the rear garden, it is wonderful for entertaining. To the first floor lies five generously proportioned double bedrooms, with one offering an ensuite. The bespoke family bathroom has been tiled and finished with cherry wood, making this an impressive \"one-off\" design. To the second floor lies the grand, light and spacious master bedroom and en suite, an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of family life. With an abundance of privacy, it's easy to forget how centrally this house is located. Mature trees surround the large garden, with a coach house at the rear. The house is situated in an incredibly sought after location, within close proximity to all possible amenities, national transport links and good local schools for all ages.
Hallway

Living Room 5.26m (17'3) Max x 4.14m (13'7) Max

Drawing Room 4.22m (13'10) Max x 5.26m (17'3) Max

Kitchen / Breakfast Room 3.45m (11'4) x 4.37m (14'4) Max

Utility Room 3.71m (12'2) Max x 2.54m (8'4) Max

WC .84m (2'9) Max x 1.57m (5'2) Max

Dining Room 6.71m (22') Max x 3.89m (12'9) Max

Family Room 6.2m (20'4) Max x 5.79m (19')

Bedroom 1 5.11m (16'9) Max x 3.38m (11'1) Max

Ensuite 1.42m (4'8) Max x 3.15m (10'4) Max

Bedroom 2 5.11m (16'9) Max x 3.4m (11'2) Max

Bathroom 2.16m (7'1) x 2.87m (9'5) Max

Bedroom 3 4.5m (14'9) Max x 4.09m (13'5)

Bedroom 5 3.25m (10'8) Max x 2.87m (9'5)

Bedroom 4 4.09m (13'5) x 2.51m (8'3) Max

Master Bedroom 5.21m (17'1) Max x 8.61m (28'3) Max

Ensuite

Garden

Garden 120ft max

EPC