For Sale7 Bedroom Detached House in Whitemoor Lane, Romsey, SO51£1,750,000

A charming property built in 1934, set on expansive grounds with equestrian facilities. Offering 4 bedrooms in the main House, a sun room and multiple outbuildings. It includes a self-contained annex and a rental flat generating £1,000/month. Ideal for multi-generational living or investment. Drove House is a unique and versatile family home built in 1934 and thoughtfully extended in approximately 1987. Set within substantial grounds approximately of 2.6 acres and offering multi-generational living or potential rental income, this property is perfect for those looking to combine luxury living with business opportunities. The house features a range of functional outbuildings, including a triple garage, workshop, tack room, stable, and a first floor flat currently generating £1,000 per month in rental income. Drove House is further enhanced by modern improvements, such as a sunroom, wood burners and zoned central heating system. The extensive grounds also feature paddocks and gardens, perfect for equestrian enthusiasts or those seeking countryside living. Ground Floor Accommodation Entrance Hall The entrance porch boasts Karndean flooring and bevelled glass doors that can open fully, creating a welcoming and grand entryway leading to a spacious entrance hall with a window to the front and a doors leading to the kitchen/dining room and to the rest of the property. Kitchen Dining Room 27' 6" x 7' 8" ( 8.38m x 2.34m ) The kitchen is a chef's dream, with Karndean laminate flooring, quartz stonework surfaces, inset spotlights, and a breakfast bar. It boasts a fully integrated Siemens fridge, under counter freezer, combination microwave, grill and oven with a separate fan oven with warming draw underneath all by Siemens, Elica extractor fan to exterior, integrated dishwasher, built in bins, an induction hob, an AGA (serviced regularly) and a one and half bowl sink and one bowl sink with mixer taps. A Chesney 8 Shipton multifuel burner is inset in an Italian fire surround for extra charm, and a moveable glass curtain provide access to the sunroom. Sun Room 10' 5" x 13' 8" ( 3.17m x 4.17m ) Featuring French doors to the garden and snug, large light-filled windows with glass curtain to dining room. Snug 12' 9" x 11' 2" ( 3.89m x 3.40m ) Features a carpeted floor, window to the rear and double doors leading to the sun room. Lounge 21' 3" x 20' 5" ( 6.48m x 6.22m ) This large, light-filled room features triple-aspect windows, a floor laid to carpet and French doors leading to the side garden. The room is further complemented by a multi fuel burner installed in 2019, making it a cosy retreat in winter months. Bar 14' 3" x 12' 9" ( 4.34m x 3.89m ) Fully fitted with it's own bar, including storage, a floor-to-ceiling bookcase, paneled wood, a sink and an under-counter fridge. A double-glazed window to the front completes this perfect entertaining space. Inner Hall Original dark wood paneling to lower walls and staircase walls. Double doors to snug, door to lounge, door to bar, door to kitchen diner and stairs rising to the first floor. First Floor Accommodation: Landing With borrowed daylight from bedrooms and bathroom. Bedroom One 17' 6" x 16' 1" ( 5.33m x 4.90m ) A spacious, triple-aspect room with fitted storage, carpeted flooring, wall lights, inset lighting, and eave storage. The room benefits from an en-suite with a WC, hand wash basin, walk-in shower, heated towel rail and a window to the front. Bedroom Two 13' 4" x 10' 4" ( 4.06m x 3.15m ) Includes a window to the rear, built-in wardrobes, picture rails, and carpeted flooring. Bedroom Three 12' 3" x 12' 4" ( 3.73m x 3.76m ) Features built-in storage to the eaves (which could accommodate an en-suite, subject to installation), built-in wardrobe and dressing table, picture rail, and floor laid to carpet. Bedroom Four 9' 1" x 8' 6" ( 2.77m x 2.59m ) Offers a window to the front, carpeted flooring, and picture rails. Bathroom The guest bathroom has two front-facing windows, a WC, bath, walk-in shower, heated towel rail, and a heated Bluetooth mirror. Returning To The G/F Office 9' 7" x 9' 7" ( 2.92m x 2.92m ) Window to front, built in shelves, doors to kitchen and inner hall. Electricity consumer unit for main house located here. Inner Hall Doors to office, utility, annex and shower room. Utility Room 17' 4" x 7' 5" ( 5.28m x 2.26m ) The utility room offers a door to the front, window to front, plumbing for a washing machine, a sink, Grant oil boiler, hot water tank, airing cupboard and plenty of storage with wall and base units. There's also space for a tumble dryer. Shower Room Wc, sink and shower cubical with electric shower, electric heated towel rail and extractor fan. Annex The annex on the lower level offers independent living space, including: separte entrance door, a double bedroom with a bay window to the rear and en-suite with WC, hand wash basin and corner bath, Kitchen: A fully fitted kitchen with base drawer units, roll-top work surfaces, and modern appliances. Lounge: Dual-aspect windows and floor laid to carpet. Garage The triple garage includes remote access doors, a battery charging station for electric cars, to exterior and windows to the rear. Workshop/ Stable/ Tack Room A spacious workshop with a window to the front, separate tack room with window to the front and stable with window to the rear. First Floor Apartment The flat above the garage offers two double bedrooms, lounge/ diner a kitchen, and a shower room, all fully refurbished in 2013 with new Velux windows installed in 2023. the apartment has access to a garden, two allocated parking spaces, electric heating and a separate meter. This flat generates a rental income of £1,000 per month, adding to the property's investment potential. Could also make a potential home working studio/ office. Driveway A gravel driveway, relaid in 2005, provides ample parking space. Garden The property sits on substantial grounds with paddocks and gardens perfect for outdoor activities. The sun room overlooks the rear garden with a limestone patio. There are mature shrubs and boarders. Location Drove House is set in the charming rural location of Whitemoor Lane, Ower offering peaceful countryside living with easy access to nearby towns and villages. The property lies within a short drive to Romsey, where you will find local shops, pubs, and eateries. Nearby schools include Copythorne Infant School and Bartley Junior School, both rated "Good" by Ofsted, making this location ideal for families. Transport links are convenient, with easy access to the M27 for commuting to Southampton, Winchester, and beyond. Southampton Parkway and Romsey train stations are nearby, offering regular services to major cities. Southampton and Bournemouth Airports are also close by. Agents Notes The property offers substantial scope for multi-generational living or working from home, while also providing additional income from the annex and rental flat. The acreage, paddock, and outbuildings make it suitable for equestrian pursuits or other outdoor hobbies. Solar Panels Installed in 2022 and generate an estimated 7,821 KWH per annum. They are fully owend with guarantee in place. There is a Myenergi Zappi car charging point installed and a Tesla powerwall installed 13.5 KWH.