Property description
Occupying a wonderfully elevated position overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds approaching one acre is this stunning character home which has been the subject of significant improvement and extension over recent years to provide impressive contemporary living space extending to almost 6000 square feet.
Owners Comments
\"Tucked away at the end of this private cul de sac, our home has provided us with a quiet, peaceful haven giving the feel of being in rural countryside yet being ideally located for the centre of Southampton and excellent commuter links.
White Lodge has been a great host to such memorable family events offering so much space yet has also been a wonderful venue to bring our children up having both sociable reception rooms and enough accommodation to enjoy our own privacy if required\"
Introduction
White Lodge is exquisite offering an extensive array of versatile, well proportioned reception rooms supplemented by an excellent self contained annexe, practical gym and four bedrooms served by four bathroom facilities.
Tucked away from the main thoroughfare at the conclusion of an exclusive cul de sac this charming home offers a high degree of privacy and seclusion and enjoys arguably one of the most privileged positions in the sought after suburb of Chilworth. Built in the 1930's, retaining its traditional appearance, this executive residence enjoys the trappings of modern convenience and efficiency including a sophisticated security system with CCTV cameras, high speed broadband, Cat 6 cabling to some of the rooms and partial underfloor heating.
The accommodation offers a wealth of attractive features including a high specification cinema room, substantial sitting room, family room and snug leading from the striking kitchen / dining room.
The master bedroom is wholly impressive featuring a substantial dressing room, luxury bathroom suite and covered balcony overlooking the gardens to the woodland beyond.
Description
There is a contemporary feel to the interior of White Lodge, typified by light oak finishes to doors and flooring and the attractive staircase in the entrance hall. The central hub of the home is the feature kitchen / dining room, a large space with underfloor heating providing an ideal entertaining area. The kitchen has been recently refitted and comprises elegant white quartz worktops, extensive eye and base level units with an integrated gas range and dishwasher. The dining area features a bay window overlooking the gardens and can accommodate a substantial dining table and chairs. The kitchen is supplemented by a useful utility and cloakroom, whilst adjoining is a pretty vaulted snug with gable windows and access to both front and rear gardens. The sitting room is vast, hosting a bay window and leads to the study which offers independent access and provides excellent home / office space or could be utilised as an additional reception room. The media room has been well designed to provide an excellent cinema experience and the large automated integral garage accommodates a wine cellar and cloakroom.
On the first floor are four large bedrooms served by luxury bathrooms, three of which are ensuite. The master bedroom extends to forty three feet and features an excellent sizeable dressing room in addition, along with a covered balcony offering attractive views. The gym is well fitted with air conditioning and there is planning consent granted to extend this further.
Annex
The annex is both fully self contained and impressively substantial, with a sizeable kitchen living room, well equipped with kitchen storage and comprising a ceramic Bosch hob, oven and built in fridge freezer. On the first floor is a large bedroom with ensuite shower room with ample storage. Electrically heated, the annexe has its own parking space, private garden and independent access.
Outside
Double wrought iron gates with security entrance system open onto a tarmacadam driveway which sweeps around to a large parking bay continuing to the front of the house. The gardens are beautiful, tiered and predominantly lawned, immaculately maintained and interspersed by mature shrub borders and feature flower rockeries. Adjacent to the front of the home is a decked entertaining terrace and to the opposite side is a pretty stone patio with matching stone steps descending to the lawns. To the rear is a gate access to the woodlands.
Location
Chilworth is Southampton's premier address, located just four miles north of Southampton city centre and enjoying attractive leafy avenues and lanes. Its convenience for commuting via the M3 and M27 network, Southampton railway station and airport make it an ideal location and is also within close proximity to Stoneham Golf Club, Southampton Sports Centre and hundreds of acres of mature woodland within Southampton Common.
Agents Notes
The property is served by gas central heating and mains drainage.
Directions
From the Avenue, A33, proceed northerly bearing left at the Chilworth roundabout into Chilworth Road. Follow Chilworth Road over the motorway bridge and on the bend of the road turn right into Copse Lane.
Property Features :
- Stunning character residence extending to almost 6000 square feet
- Impressive elevated position overlooking gardens approaching one acre
- Sought after private position at the conclusion of a cul de sac
- Stunning master bedroom with balcony, ensuite and vast dressing room
- Striking kitchen / dining room and a host of other reception rooms