Property description
Discreetly tucked away in this tranquil rural hamlet is this stunning, cleverly designed family residence offering a host of attractive features set within beautifully maintained gardens extending to an acre.
Owners Comments
“I am so sad to be leaving The Orchards which has been our little touch of heaven. Every time we enter the drive we feel we are in our own tranquil world. It has a special place in our hearts.”
“The village is delightful, wonderful neighbours country walks and convenient to schools and Romsey centre.”
Introduction
Marrying contemporary living with a traditional styling, the light and bright accommodation is extensive, extending to 2800sqft, featuring five well proportioned bedrooms and four luxurious bathroom suites. The ground floor is centred upon the impressive kitchen living room and spacious sitting room, separated by a dual aspect woodburning stove with both rooms featuring sliding bifold doors to the sun terrace. There are many beautiful design features including a grand vaulted entrance hall with oak staircase and galleried landing, a bespoke handcrafted kitchen and excellent cinema room.
Supplementing the main house is a two bedroom self contained cottage offering versatile usage but currently used as an impressive guest suite. The gardens are wonderfully landscaped and encompass the house, predominantly lawned with stunning colourful well stocked borders, screened by mature hedgerow and trees providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion. There is also an extensive patio area spanning one side of the house adjacent to the heated swimming pool.
Newtown is a peaceful rural hamlet offering delightful walks and views across open farmland yet just a short drive from neighbouring villages of Awbridge and Sherfield English and their tradition amenities. It is also well positioned for commuting and excellent local schooling for all ages.
Description
Double oak doors open into the vaulted entrance hall hosting a feature oak staircase and galleried landing. The large hallway provides access to the principal rooms via double glass doors, also providing access to the garden, the cinema room and study. The kitchen breakfast room is spacious and elegant with a host of features including full width oak bifold doors to the patio, a dual aspect woodburning stove and impressive kitchen handcrafted by Handmade Kitchens of Christchurch. There is an extensive range of eye and base level units and granite worktops with a central island offering both cooking and social space. Integrated appliances include an Aga, dishwasher, induction hob, Neff combi oven and grill and Bosch dishwasher. A lobby accessing the garden and pool area hosts generous cloaks storage, a utility room and contemporary wet room serving both the swimming pool and fifth bedroom which is approached by a separate adjacent staircase. Many of the rooms feature dual or triple aspects with the sitting room enjoying bifold doors to the terrace, an attractive seating area into a bay window and the focal point of the fireplace with dual aspect woodburning stove.
On the main first floor are four well proportioned bedrooms, two of which enjoy luxurious ensuite facilities and the family bathroom serves the remaining two, one of which is on a Jack and Jill arrangement. Each bedroom enjoys generous wardrobe space. The master suite is gorgeous, with dual aspect views over the garden, an impressive walk in dressing room and a stylish ensuite bathroom with courtesy lighting, skylight window and separate shower cubicle.
Outside
The gardens extend to approximately one acre encompassing the property and beautifully landscaped. The house and cottage are approached by a five bar automated gate and shingled driveway leading to separate turning areas for the cottage and main residence. The driveway culminates at the double garage adjacent to the house passing a large lawned area with enclosed kitchen garden. Mature fir hedgerows provide privacy screening from the house and cottage. The rear gardens are simply stunning predominantly lawned and interspersed with well stocked, colourful borders, meandering paths and a feature pergola walk. The sun patio extends the breadth of the property and is an ideal entertainment or relaxation terrace overlooking the swimming pool. There is also a triple store and greenhouse.
Cottage
The cottage is fully self contained and well presented with two bedrooms, a bathroom and shower room and kitchen living area.
Location
The Orchards is situated in the highly desirable hamlet of Newtown within the parish of Lockerley. Ideally located within walking distance of Awbridge primary school, there are a network of country paths to local villages, public houses and to the market town of Romsey. The popular town of Romsey is situated approximately five miles away offering a host of amenities and varied shopping outlets.
Agents Notes
The property is served by oil fired central heating and private drainage with double glazing throughout.
Property Features :
- Stunning, cleverly designed family home
- Beautifully landscaped gardens extending to one acre
- Detached self contained cottage
- Luxurious bathroom suites
- Bespoke handcrafted kitchen with fully integrated appliances