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3 Bedroom Cottage for sale

Village Street Chilbolton Stockbridge, SO20 6BG

SO20 6BG, Village Street, Chilbolton, Stockbridge, SO20, Stockbridge

Sale Price: £270,000

Listed 15 days ago and may not be available Listed on 3/6/2015

 Suite 14, Chatmohr Estate, Crawley Hill, Wellow, Romsey, SO51 6AP

Village Street Chilbolton Stockbridge, SO20 6BG

Property Summary:

Cottage
3 Bed(s)
-- Bath(s)
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Property description

A charming Grade 2 listed centre terrace cottage situated in the heart of a highly sought after village close to the boutique town of Stockbridge.

Owners Comments
“This cosy cottage and friendly village have looked after us and our growing family for many years. With easy access to the beautiful Cow Common and River Test; West Down and the Test Way and three great pubs in walking distance, there is truly something for everyone.”

Introduction
Constructed in 1893, Room Cottages are a row of six estate worker dwellings designed by reputed Victorian architect William Caroe, synonymous with ecclesiastical architecture. This traditional cottage retains much of the character and charm associated with its era including limited alterations to the original layout with many rooms retaining character fireplaces and traditional stripped pine doors, whilst enjoying more recent additions of a wood burning stove and modern Worcester Bosch gas boiler. The rear gardens are extensive and offer a variety of outbuildings including a Summer House, which is currently used as a home office. The property is ideally positioned within a Conservation Area, close to the church on the edge of the village of Chilbolton which offers a variety of local amenities including a Post Office/store, village hall, public house (the Abbots Mitre) and well regarded local schooling. The Cathedral cites of Winchester and Salisbury, together with the Test Valley town of Stockbridge are conveniently accessible with mainline railway stations at Andover, Micheldever Station and Winchester. The A303 lies just to the north providing excellent commuter links to all parts of the country including London and the West Country.

Description
Upon entering the cottage, a wealth of character features are immediately apparent with original stripped pine doors flowing into the sitting room which is delightfully traditional enjoying an original exposed fireplace hosting a wood burning stove and door to the staircase. There is access to a dining room hosting a large understairs storage cupboard with space for a dining suite and upright piano. The vaulted galley style kitchen is thoughtfully designed and equipped with an extensive range of eye and base level units with work surfaces over and integrated appliances comprising Neff electric oven and ceramic hob. There is space for a larder fridge freezer, washing machine and dishwasher with a further door leading to the family bathroom suite fitted with a matching suite, contrasting tiling and an electric shower over the bath. The landing provides access to two bedrooms one with a traditional fireplace and one with stairs to the third floor bedroom offering a Velux window whilst boasting useful eaves storage.

Outside
The cottage is approached via a pedestrian gate dissecting the front lawns and enclosed by a picket fence. The rear gardens are sunny in aspect and extensive, divided into three distinct areas including a patio area adjacent to the rear elevation, lawns and a Summer House-currently utilised as a home office boasting power, light and internet connection. Four further outbuildings provide ample storage space for garden furniture and tool sheds.

Location

The picturesque village of Chilbolton offers a variety of local amenities including a post office/store, church, village hall and three public house within a gentle stroll. The village also boasts allotments, playing fields, children’s play area, the Cow Common which has the River Test flowing through, West Down and the Test Way which provide beautiful local walks. There is a reputable primary school in the neighbouring village of Wherwell (1.5 miles), with a wider variety of both state and private schools in the surrounding areas. The nearby market town of Stockbridge (4 miles) provides an excellent range of day to day amenities as well as several good pubs, restaurants, hotels and galleries. A more comprehensive range of shopping, educational and leisure facilities can be found in Andover (4.5 miles) and the Cathedral city of Winchester (10 miles), as well as mainline railway stations providing fast services to Waterloo (approximately one hour).

Agents Notes
The property is Grade 2 listed and has electric storage heating, Calor gas hot water heating via a Worcester Bosch boiler and mains drainage. The rateable value for the property is D.

Directions
From Stockbridge head North on the A3057 Leckford Lane for approximately 3 miles heading towards Chilbolton then exit the A3057 onto Coley Lane which turns into Village Street and 4 Room Cottages can be found on the right hand side indicated by our board.

Property Features :

  • Sought after central village location
  • Feature original fireplaces
  • Extensive gardens featuring a variety of outbuildings
  • Impressive vaulted galley kitchen
  • Three bedrooms