For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in New Farm Road, Alresford, SO24£2,250,000

A substantial family residence totalling over 3,000 sq ft with extensive outbuildings set in delightful grounds of 0.53 acre with swimming pool A beautifully appointed property of Victorian origins, with later Edwardian additions, having been subject to a programme of improvements and enlargement by the current owners. The wide entrance hall makes for a tremendous first impression and leads onto the twin aspect drawing room with its classic proportions, wonderful views from the walk in bay window and stylish wood burning stove. The adjacent dining room is currently utilised as a study with bi-folding doors leading directly onto the garden. The family room was enlarged in recent years with a very striking, full height glazed addition which perfectly frames the fantastic backdrop. The kitchen has been stylishly fitted in a traditional style and is open to the breakfast room and ideal for informal entertaining. There is also a rear lobby, utility room, walk in larder and w.c.. Arranged off the large landing the bedrooms all enjoy wonderful views over the garden and farmland beyond with the main bedroom suite serving as a particular highlight with an attractively fitted en suite shower room and dressing room. The guest bedroom is equally well appointed with an en suite shower room and built in wardrobes. The three further bedrooms are served by the family bathroom. Outside Discreetly positioned gated access leads to the driveway which provides ample parking and turning space for numerous vehicles as well as providing access to the outbuilding and main house. In all, the grounds total 0.53 of an acre and have been attractively landscaped and lovingly maintained. Lying to the east of the house is a well tended and attractive parterre beyond which is the fantastic swimming pool and adjoining paved terrace which enjoys south westerly views over the garden, which is mainly laid to lawn, and extremely picturesque views across the farmland beyond. The outbuilding totals approximately 1,350 sq ft and comprises 28 ft garage, workshop, store, stable, tack room and office. Situation The property is situated on the southerly fringes of Alresford, famed for its pretty streets lined with 18th century houses, cottages, boutique shops, independent retailers, cafes, pubs and everyday stores. The River Arle flows through the town and on into the River Itchen with a number of beautiful riverside walks and the watercress meadows nearby. A wider and more comprehensive range of amenities can be found in the nearby Cathedral city of Winchester (7.5 miles). There are a number of excellent educational facilities including Winchester College, St. Swithun’s School, Peter Symonds and Sun Hill primary and Perins secondary schools locally. Winchester mainline railway station offers direct rail access to London Waterloo (about one hour) and junction 9 & 10 of the M3 motorway gives road access to London and the south coast. Additional Information Local Authority: Winchester City Council Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and private drainage. Council Tax Band: G Additional information - Main bedroom with dressing room and en suite shower room - guest bedroom with en suite shower room - three further bedrooms - family bathroom - entrance hall - drawing room - family room - dining room - kitchen/breakfast room - larder Key information Council Tax Band: G Tenure: Freehold