A charming Grade II listed period cottage which has been extended and improved, retaining its original character yet providing plenty of space for modern living. All set in a wonderful location with lovely rural views to both the front and rear and within walking distance of the village centre (with renowned local school, village shop, Church and bus service).

Internally, there are lots of period features with exposed beams and a fine inglenook fireplace and, in addition, there is a large refitted 'farmhouse-style' kitchen and a refitted bathroom and, generally, the property has clearly been well maintained by the present owners. Further attractions include a separate Utility Room, plenty of parking and a charming secluded rear garden, which backs on to open farmland.

This property is ideally situated within this delightful and active village and is well placed for easy access to Alresford, Basingstoke and Winchester (the latter two having excellent rail and road connections to London.

 

entrance porch  

hall Handsome studded natural wood front door. Radiator. 2 wall light points. Telephone point. 

sitting room 13' 3" x 13' 2" (4.06m x 4.03m) A bright dual aspect room. Part double and part secondary glazing. French doors onto the terrace and garden. Superb rural view. 2 radiators. 3 wall light points. Wide opening and one step up to the Study area. 

study/music room 12' 0" x 9' 7" (3.67m x 2.93m) Attractive beamed ceiling. Radiator. Secondary glazing. 3 wall light points. Additional door from the hall and with wide arch through to the Sitting Room. 

dining room 12' 6" x 8' 9" (3.83m x 2.68m) Fine inglenook style fireplace with natural brick surround, fine mantel beam and herring-bone brick hearth. Deep adjacent storage cupboard with electric light. Feature exposed brick wall with exposed timbers. 2 wall light points. Radiator. Secondary glazing. Staircase to first floor. 

kitchen/breakfast room 14' 3" x 13' 4" (4.36m x 4.08m) Fitted with an attractive range of built-in oak fronted units incorporating work-surfaces with concealed lighting plus cupboards and drawers under, together with matching eye-level cupboards. Stainless steel double drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Vinyl floor covering. Radiator. Double glazed windows. Small paned glazed back door to uility room. 

utility room 11' 11" x 5' 10" (3.65m x 1.8m) Part glazed door to the terrace and rear garden. 'Boulter' oil-fired boiler. Plumbing for washing machine plus space for freezer. Water tap. 

bathroom 8' 9" x 6' 3" (2.67m x 1.91m) Suite of panelled bath with mixer taps and shower, close-coupled WC and hand basin. Part-tiled walls. Radiator. Heated towel rail. 

first floor  

bedroom one 13' 10" x 12' 4" (4.22m x 3.76m) A spacious dual aspect room with a splendid view to the front over parkland. Exposed beams and tall ceiling. 

bedroom two 12' 5" x 9' 2" (3.79m x 2.81m min.) Exposed wooden beams and a casement window to the front.  

outside  

The property is set well back from the village road and is approached over a gravelled drive (about 16m long), affording parking space for about 4 cars and also leading to the small car port (3.9m x 2.5m) at the side. This has a concrete base and a lockable gate leading to the rear garden.

The rear garden extends to approximately 19m x 14m and enjoys a truly wonderful outlook over the adjoing farmland at the rear.

Immediately adjacent to the cottage at the rear is a secluded paved terrace, edged by trellis and dwarf brick walling. Steps lead up from this to the main garden, which is delightfully arranged in classic 'cottage style' with lawns, borders, shrubs and a productive vegetable garden at the rear. There are interesting areas for sitting and enjoying the vista and, in addition, there are two timber garden sheds plus a greenhouse (the workshop and greenhouse have power from a sheathed cable running from the house).
 

directions From Alresford, proceed north down Broad Street, towards Basingstoke. Continue through Old Alresford on the B3406 and then take the second turning right into Spiers Lane, towards Preston Candover. Continue for several miles through open countryside and, upon reaching the 'T' junction with the Northington to Basingstoke Road (B3046), turn right into Preston Candover. This property will be found on the left hand side, before reaching the Church. 

services We understand that mains electricity and water are connected, Drainage is to a private system. Partial central heating is provided by an oil-fired boiler. 

council tax band: 'F'