Property description

A very rare opportunity to acquire this prestigious grade II listed penthouse apartment set within the beautiful grounds of the Royal Victoria Country Park. The property is situated within the old officer's mess, of the Royal Military Hospital, and retains some of the original character features including a feature fireplace, high ceilings and a Tower (originally the Water Tower) with stunning panoramic views of the park and the water beyond. With light, modern d�cor throughout the accommodation comprises five double bedrooms, two bathrooms, modern fitted kitchen equipped with integrated appliances and separate utility, 37' lounge with feature fireplace, study and a Wine Store built in to the original brickwork. Outside, other benefits include a double garage, parking and the use of the resident's gym and sauna. A must view!

The ancient village of Netley Abbey is situated between the City of Southampton and the historic village of Hamble. The village gets its name from the ruined Cistercian Abbey which was founded by Peter des Roche, Bishop of Winchester in 1239 under the patronage of Henry III and later sacked by Henry VIII. The village boasts many local amenities and shops including, grocery stores, a bakers, chemist, hair dressers and post office. There is also the Royal Victoria Country Park, formerly the site of The Royal Victoria Hospital and now 220 acres of waterside parkland and woodland. Communication links include a station with connections to Southampton and Portsmouth, road access to M27, M3 and Southampton International Airport.

Communal Entrance

Wooden front door leading to communal entrance hall with security entry system, individual letter boxes, stairs and lift to all floors.

Hallway

10.66m (35') x 1.43m (4'7")
Wooden front door, coving to ceiling with two skylights, access to loft via hatch and three part folding timber ladder (loft measures 25' x 12' and is mainly boarded with two Velux windows) dado rail, radiator, fitted carpet, concealed wall mounted fuse box, wall mounted intercom, doors to:

Bedroom 3 / Sitting room

3.56m (11'8") x 3.14m (10'4")
Multi-paned arched sash window to front aspect, coving to ceiling, picture rail, wall mounted electric fire with surround and mantel, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bedroom 2

3.56m (11'8") x 2.97m (9'9")
Multi-paned arched sash window to front aspect, coving to ceiling, picture rail, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bedroom 4

5.22m (17'1") x 1.90m (6'3")
Multi-paned sash window to rear aspect, coving to ceiling, picture rail, fitted with a range of wardrobes and drawers, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bathroom

Fitted with three piece white suite comprising panelled bath with "Aqualisa Thermostatic" shower and shower curtain over, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC, tiling to principle areas, multi-paned sash window to rear aspect, coving to ceiling, fitted carpet.

Lounge Dining Room

11.49m (37'8") x 5.24m (17'2) narrowing to 2.81m (9'3")
Two multi-paned sash windows to front aspect with views of Royal Victoria Country Park and Southampton Water beyond, egg and dart plaster coving, wall lights, coal effect gas fire with marble surround and mantel, two radiators, fitted carpet, built in storage cupboard, door to Inner Hallway.

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

4.51m (14'10") x 2.71m (8'9") max
Fitted with a matching range of base and eye level units with worktop space over, 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit with single drainer and mixer tap over and waste disposal unit, integrated dishwasher, built-in "Neff" microwave combination oven and full size electric fan assisted oven, built-in four ring gas hob with extractor hood over, tiled splash backs, multi-paned sash window to rear aspect, coving to ceiling, double radiator, "Amtico" tiled flooring, door to:

Utility

2.53m (8'4") x 1.90m (6'3")
Fitted with a matching range of base and eye level units with worktop space over, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, coving to ceiling, wall mounted combination boiler with timer, "Amtico" tiled flooring.

Study

4.13m (13'7") x 1.92m (6'3")
Multi-paned sash window to rear aspect, coving to ceiling, picture rail, fitted with a matching range of base level units with drawers, cupboards and desk space over, radiator, fitted carpet.

Inner Hallway

Double radiator, stairs to third floor with under stairs storage space, fitted carpet, doors to:

Master Bedroom

5.24m (17'2") x 3.56m (11'8")
Multi-paned arched sash window to front aspect with views of Royal Victoria Country Park, coving to ceiling, picture rail, wall lights, fitted bedroom suite with range of wardrobes and drawers, fitted carpet.

Bathroom

3.17m (10'4") x 2.92m (9'6")
Fitted with four piece white suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, double glass shower enclosure with rainfall shower and close coupled WC, tiling to principle areas, multi-paned arched window to front aspect, double radiator, heated towel rail, fitted carpet.

Inner Hallway

Stairs to Bedroom 5, fitted shelving, fitted carpet, door to:

Inner Hallway

Exposed brickwork, stairs to Tower, fitted carpet, door to:

Wine Store

3.21m (10'6") x 1.60m (5'3")
Exposed brickwork, wine racks, power and light, fitted carpet.

Tower / Observatory

2.49m (8'2") x 2.49m (8'2")
Eight double glazed windows to both sides, front and rear aspect with panoramic views of the grounds, Royal Victoria Country Park and Southampton Water beyond, fitted carpet, wall mounted electric heater.

Bedroom 5

5.08m (16'8") x 3.30m (10'10")
Double glazed velux window, sloping ceilings, wall mounted electric heater, fitted carpet, door to walk in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving.

Garage

Double garage with electric remote controlled up and over door, lights, eave storage.

Communal Areas

The property is situated in a private electric gated development within the grounds of Royal Victoria Country Park, beautiful communal gardens with pond and paved patio seating area, ample residents and visitors parking. Residents can also enjoy the use of a private gym and sauna located on site.

Property Features :

• Penthouse Apartment
• Panoramic Views Of Country Park
• 37´ Lounge Dining Room
• Kitchen Breakfast & Utility Room
• Five Double Bedrooms