For Sale4 Bedroom Detached House in Old Farm Copse, Romsey, SO51£950,000
Property Type
Detached House
Bedrooms
× 4
Bathrooms
× 2
Receptions
× 2
Tenure
Freehold
Guide Price
£950,000
Key Features
- Period Features: Original 1910 features, including restored doors and stained glass windows, blend seamlessly with modern updates.
- Wood Burners: Both the lounge and the kitchen feature wood burners, adding warmth and character.
- Annex Potential: The layout offers the flexibility to create an annex, ideal for multi generational living or guest accommodation.
- Double Garage: The spacious double garage with a pitched roof offers plenty of storage, workshop potential, and secure parking.
- South Facing Garden: The sunny rear garden is a perfect retreat with a patio, sun terrace, and covered porch, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation.
- Village location
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Description
A charming period property built in 1910, Ferndown Farmhouse blends original character with modern amenities. This spacious family home offers annex potential, extensive outdoor space, and is located in the desirable village of West Wellow, Romsey. The property boasts excellent transport links, well-regarded local schools, and a range of nearby amenities.
Entrance Hall
The hallway features a herringbone-effect wood floor and a beautiful stained-glass window modeled on the original 1910 design. This area has been lovingly restored to retain its period feel. Stairs rise to the upper level, and the hallway provides access to the rest of the ground floor through original, restored period doors.
Lounge
16' 11" x 14' 2" ( 5.16m x 4.32m )
The lounge is a warm and inviting space with dual double-glazed windows to the front aspect, picture rails, flooding the room with natural light. French doors open into the conservatory, expanding the living space and providing views of the garden. The floor is laid to carpet, and the focal point of the room is a wood burner set within a clay-tiled hearth and exposed brick surround, adding rustic charm.
Dining Room
10' 8" x 13' 8" ( 3.25m x 4.17m )
A formal dining room with a double-glazed bay window to the front aspect, creating a bright and airy space. The fireplace features a wood surround bespoke from Applewood joinery, set on a slate hearth, providing a cozy atmosphere. A picture rail adds to the period character of the room. The dining room directly accesses the office/study.
Study
13' 7" x 9' 3" ( 4.14m x 2.82m )
Perfect for working from home, the office includes a double-glazed window to the front aspect and is laid to carpet, fitted bookcases, tall fitted cupboards and desk from Hammonds offering a quiet, comfortable space for work or study with views over the garden.
Conservatory
12' 7" x 12' 2" ( 3.84m x 3.71m )
With floor laid to carpet, a pitched roof, enjoys views of rear garden via double glazed UPVC windows and Double glazed UPVC french door accessing rear garden.
Kitchen/ Breakfast Room
29' 5" x 17' 10" ( 8.97m x 5.44m )
This open-plan kitchen and breakfast area is ideal for family living. The kitchen is fitted with wall, base, and drawer units, with work surfaces over. A one-and-a-half bowl sink with a mixer tap is positioned under a double-glazed window, providing views of the side garden. The room offers ample space for family dining, and French doors lead directly to the rear garden. A central island with additional storage and space for a range cooker complete the space. The Karndean flooring continues throughout, ensuring durability and style. A wood burner adds warmth, making this an inviting area for gatherings.
Utility
9' 4" x 11' 10" ( 2.84m x 3.61m )
The utility room, accessed from the kitchen, includes wall, base, and drawer units for extra storage. A sink with a mixer tap is positioned under the window, and the Karndean floor flows from the kitchen for continuity. The utility room houses the Valiant traditional modern boiler and has access to the side of the property and the downstairs shower room.
Cloakroom/ Shower Room
9' 3" x 4' 4" ( 2.82m x 1.32m )
A modern shower room with a walk-in shower and glass screen, hand wash basin, and WC. The space features localised tiling and a Velux-style window, with built-in storage for added convenience.
Landing
Stairs descending to lower level and built in airing cupboard.
Principle Bedroom
12' 4" x 11' 3" ( 3.76m x 3.43m )
The spacious principal bedroom offers built-in storage and an en-suite shower room with a walk-in shower, fitted storage, and localised tiling. A double-glazed window provides views over the rear garden, and the floor is laid to carpet. The en-suite includes a hand wash basin with a mixer tap, and a walk-in wardrobe is fitted with lighting, rails, and shelving.
Bedroom Two
14' 3" x 11' 11" ( 4.34m x 3.63m )
This second bedroom also features built-in storage and a double-glazed window overlooking the rear garden. The floor is laid to carpet, providing a comfortable and cosy space.
Bedroom Three
9' 7" x 10' 11" ( 2.92m x 3.33m )
Bedroom three is a well-proportioned room with a double-glazed window to the front aspect and built-in wardrobes. The floor is laid to carpet, adding warmth to the space.
Bedroom Four
10' 3" x 7' 4" ( 3.12m x 2.24m )
With floor laid to carpet, double glazed window to rear aspect and built in storage.
Bathroom
6' 4" x 6' 4" ( 1.93m x 1.93m )
The family bathroom features a bath with hot and cold taps and a shower over, a WC, and a hand wash basin with a mixer tap. Inset lighting and localised tiling complement the design, and built-in storage adds practicality. An obscured double-glazed window to the rear aspect ensures privacy while allowing natural light.
Outside Space
The property benefits from a beautifully landscaped south-facing rear garden. The garden offers a patio, log store, shed, a sun terrace, and a covered porch area, ideal for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. The garden is mostly laid to lawn, bordered by mature shrubs and plants, with timber fencing providing privacy. There is access to the double garage via a side door.
From the front of the property, access to the rear garden is gained via a gate. The front garden is well-maintained, with a small wall, mature shrubs, and planted borders, along with a covered porch leading to the front door.
Double Garage
18' 6" x 19' 7" ( 5.64m x 5.97m )
There is access to the double garage from the rear garden and via the, block-paved driveway and two sets of wooden double doors. The garage is purpose-built with timber cladding, power and light a pitched roof, offering ample storage and workshop potential.
Location
Ferndown Farmhouse is situated in the tranquil village of West Wellow, a picturesque location near Romsey. This village offers a peaceful lifestyle with close proximity to essential amenities.
Transport Links: West Wellow is conveniently located near the A36, providing easy access to Romsey, Salisbury, and Southampton. The nearby M27 motorway connects to wider areas, making it ideal for commuters.
Local Schools: The property is within the catchment area of highly regarded local schools, including Wellow Primary School and The Mountbatten School in Romsey, both of which have strong Ofsted ratings.
Local Amenities: West Wellow offers a variety of local amenities, including shops, pubs, and recreational facilities. Romsey, just a short drive away, provides a wider range of shopping, dining, and leisure options.
Agents Notes
Ferndown Farmhouse offers a unique blend of period charm and modern living, with spacious accommodation, annex potential, and beautiful outdoor space. Located in a desirable village with excellent schools and transport links, this property provides the perfect family home in a peaceful setting.