Property description

Formerly two estate cottages, Wavertree has been extended over the years to provide substantial and unique accommodation which can be adapted to suite a wide range of potential needs particularly in dual occupancy.

Owners Comments
“Our productive garden has provided us with a peaceful retreat after a long day, the views are beautiful throughout the seasons and the pool is a real bonus when friends and family visit.”

“Two generations of our family have enjoyed living here, it has proven very convenient with the local pub just a short stroll away for socialising with friends and the market town of Romsey with its array of amenities close by.”

Introduction
The setting is wonderful, positioned on the fringes of the popular village of Lockerley enjoying unobstructed views across undulating countryside and its own established 0.75 acre gardens which incorporate generous lawns, a heated swimming pool area and wonderful patio with pergola adorned with Kiwi vines. Although offering an extensive arrangement of reception rooms and four bedrooms, which require some updating, this unusual home offers further potential to extend to provide additional bedroom space and to create a magnificent country residence within a beautiful village setting.

Description
The front door opens into the impressive reception hall, versatile in its usage from study to dining room and flows via open plan arches into the pretty sitting room which overlooks the rear gardens via a large picture window. There is additionally access to a large understairs cupboard and downstairs cloakroom. The house is exceptionally bright with large picture windows and many of the rooms enjoying dual aspect perfectly typified by the impressive triple aspect sitting room which features full width patio doors to the south facing rear gardens. Exposed timbers, feature cottage bay windows and a fireplace recess serve as reminders to the property’s heritage. A lobby area leads to the kitchen which is fitted with cream painted country kitchen units with integrated appliances including a ceramic electric hob, built in oven and microwave with space and plumbing for further appliances. A door provides direct garden access. The kitchen is supplemented by a utility/boot room, walk in pantry and integral access to the double garage offering power/lighting and automated door.Above this area of the house are two large bedrooms, both enjoying stunning views across open countryside and afforded much light via large picture windows. Both bedrooms enjoy recessed wardrobe space and bathroom facilities, one with ensuite shower room comprising four piece suite, the other with a three piece bathroom. On the ground floor an inner hall and corridor provides an extensive range of built in shelved cupboards leading to the large family room which is versatile in its usage. Doors lead to bedroom three which features a wet room (designed to accommodate disabled needs) and bedroom four, both of which open into the conservatory. A staircase from the family room lead to a studio/bedroom five which offers excellent views to the rear.

Outside
The gardens are approached via a five bar gate with a gravelled driveway that sweeps around the house to front the double garage offering generous parking and turning space. Wavertree enjoys a delightful setting within mature well stocked gardens approaching 0.75 acre. The rear of the house benefits from a principally southerly aspect with spectacular views over adjoining farmland and countryside. Immediately to the rear of the house there is a large brick and stone paved terrace with access to the double garage. There is a paved patio adjoining the sitting room incorporating an established Loggia with mature climbing Kiwi fruit vines and is a wonderful entertainment or relaxation venue. The gardens include large expanses of lawn interspersed with established borders, ornamental specimen trees, shrubs and productive fruit trees. Of note are the pretty Eucalyptis and Evergreen Oak Tree. There is a vegetable garden with greenhouse adjacent, and mature trees provide a natural boundary screen with spaces between to afford special views over adjoining farmland. Adjoining the terrace is an impressive swimming pool area enclosed by fencing and surrounded by brick paved patio. The pool is heated via solar mat and a ground source heat pump and within this area is a large timber pool room/summer house and attached store. There are several additional outbuildings and stores.

Location
Lockerley is an extremely desirable and picturesque country village located approximately 5 miles east of the market town of Romsey and just 7 miles from Salisbury. The village offers a variety of amenities which include a store, primary school, the Star public house and cricket pitch a short distance away. The nearest train station is at West Dean just 3 miles away with bus services to Romsey and Salisbury.

Agents Notes
The property requires some updating but offers significant potential and is served by oil fired central heating, private drainage and fitted with double glazing.

Property Features :

• Unusual character home offering substantial accommodation with much potential for extension
• Wonderful ¾ acre plot overlooking open countryside
• Heated swimming pool and pool area
• Popular village location
• Generous vehicular parking

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