For Sale3 Bedroom Detached House in Cowesfield, Salisbury, SP5£985,000

A fine character property of great charm and versatility, perfectly suited for rural family life, conveniently located in a much sought after village between Salisbury and Southampton. The Forge is presently a quintessential detached home, dating back to 1850 in its original part, boasting an abundance of character with many hallmarks of the homes original features still evident. The arrangement and flow of the accommodation is traditional yet light and airy throughout and is ideally suited to couples and families alike. In addition, the property boasts a stunning detached forge, currently run as a working studio and office space, a garage complex with a studio/office over, all prime for reimagination and extension to create a truly individual, bespoke home were character blends seamlessly with contemporary rural design. The well-balanced accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall that in turn leads through to all the principal reception rooms. To the left there is a formal triple aspect sitting room with a feature fireplace and log burning stove. To the right is a sizeable dining room. Beyond, there is a farmhouse style kitchen with ample fitted cabinetry and integrated appliances, there is also space for an everyday breakfasting table. Adjoining is a utility/boot room and a cloakroom. Upstairs there are three generous double bedrooms, two with fitted cupboards, whilst the principal bedroom has an en-suite shower room. A family bathroom services the other bedrooms. Outside of the main home, the current owners have created a superb range of outbuildings. The original Forge is currently a stunning office space/studio with a shower room, fitted kitchen, feature log burning stove and glazed elevation offering gorgeous views across the established 0.5 acre gardens. Alternatively, the Forge has flexibility in how it could be used such as a standalone self-contained annexe for a family member, or an independent unit for rental, subject to usual consents. There is implemented planning for further reimagination and extension linking the main home to the Forge, creating an expansive, architecturally interesting modern home. The secondary office space or studio is above the detached oversized double car barn. Planning application: S/2011/0156. Outside The gardens and grounds are a particular feature of the home, boasting a wonderful degree of privacy and extending to circa 0.5 of an acre. The gated driveway to the front provides access to the detached car barn and provides parking for multiple vehicles. The gardens wrap around the home with the majority lying to the rear. The decorative front and side gardens are well stocked with mature shrubs and specimen trees. The formal garden to the rear is predominantly laid to lawn with structured herbaceous and floral borders. There is a central paved seating terrace under a wisteria and climbing rose draped pergola which has lights and 'sails' to provide shade in the summer months. Situation Cowesfield is a small hamlet situated on the outskirts of the active and thriving village of Whiteparish, located midway between Salisbury, Romsey and Southampton, making it one of the most sought after villages on the Hampshire/Wiltshire border. The village has a popular Primary school (rated 'Good' by Ofsted 2024), a shop/Post Office, doctor’s surgery with dispensing pharmacy and two pubs (The Parish Lantern and The King's Head). Proximity to Salisbury and Romsey mean more amenities and services are nearby. The market town of Romsey, located approximately 7 miles away, provides further amenities such as a Waitrose supermarket and various other shops and services. The area is well known for its excellent selection of schools at all levels. Whiteparish is within the catchment area for South Wilts and Bishops Wordsworth Grammar schools in Salisbury and private school options are a plenty and include Norman Court, Farleigh, Hampshire Collegiate School, as well as The Godolphin School, Chafyn Grove and The Cathedral School in Salisbury. Communication links are also excellent with good road access to Salisbury and Romsey. Whiteparish has a regular bus service to Salisbury and Southampton, and is further supported by a range of specialist school buses in the weekday, term time mornings and evenings. Easy access on to the A36 brings Southampton and the other business centres along the M27/M3 corridors within easy reach and Salisbury and Southampton Parkway have fast, regular trains into London Waterloo. Property Ref Number: HAM-56315 Additional information - Detached - 2174 sq. ft of Accommodation - Three Bedrooms - Two Bath/Shower Rooms - Two Reception Rooms - Outbuildings - Double Car Barn with Office/Studio - Gardens of 0.5 Acre Key information Council Tax Band: F Tenure: Freehold