Property description
On first glance, Christmas Cottage appears to be a traditional thatched village cottage, but was only constructed in 2000 in a traditional style by Bewley Homes and offers a wonderful character feel but with all the low maintenance comforts of a contemporary home.
Owners Comments
\"Finding this characterful house in such a charming village has given us an amazing foundation on which we have built our family.\"
\"Kings Somborne is a real gem and will be sorely missed. Christmas cottage even more so. The much loved garden has provided us with our own enticing corner of the Test Valley.\"
Introduction
Presented to an immaculate standard, this attractive home enjoys traditional high ceilings, and open fireplace fused with a modern layout arranged over three floors including an open plan country style kitchen breakfast room, luxurious bathroom suites and a feature conservatory. Situated within an exclusive cul de sac of individual homes in the heart of the desirable and active village of King's Somborne this property is complemented by a detached double garage with ample parking and a delightful south facing garden offering an ideal package to experience this thriving village community. The design is elegant and includes a water reed thatched roof which preserves some of the intrinsic architectural integrity of the village yet offers low maintenance and durability.
Description
A solid wood panel front door provides access to the entrance hall which hosts the under stairs WC and separate coat cupboard, and provides access to the principal reception rooms via a ceramic tiled floor stretching into the conservatory and kitchen. The country style kitchen breakfast room features an extensive range of eye and base level units with polished solid oak worktops over. A range of integrated AEG appliances include cooker hood, dishwasher, freezer and washing machine complemented by a feature dual fuel black Rangemaster oven. There is ample space for a family dining table and chairs with Georgian glazed French doors to the rear garden. The sitting room enjoys a striking focal point of an open fireplace with slate hearth and surround. A double glazed door leads to the conservatory which overlooks the gardens and can offer an all year round reception room.
The landing is generous benefitting from a dual aspect and hosting the airing cupboard with mega flow pressurised immersion tank, and a staircase to the second floor. There are two double bedrooms which include a master bedroom with luxury ensuite shower room and fitted wardrobes, also featured in bedroom three, and are serviced by a pretty family bathroom with matching white suite.
The second floor hosts an impressive double bedroom with generous eaves storage and plumbing provision to create a further ensuite.
Outside
A driveway for two cars leads to the generous double garage with two up and over doors, power and light. A gate leads to a descending stepped path to a covered porch and front door with shrub borders, raised planters and a manicured lawn, enclosed by a picket fence. An attractive terraced decking area leads to a painted storage shed with sun terrace ideal for summer entertaining. There is access to the side to a flag stone courtyard rear garden enclosed by Beech hedging and screened by a wicker weaved fence.
Agents Notes
The property includes a water softener and filtration system, oil fired central heating, mains drainage and Georgian styled double glazed windows. The Council Tax band is E
Location
King's Somborne is a delightful rural village, shrouded in countryside yet enjoying easy accessibility to Romsey, Winchester and its neighbouring boutique town of Stockbridge. Lying in the valley of the edge of the River Test, the village is perfect for picturesque walks and cycle rides. Typical village amenities include a post office, reputable local schooling, church, public house and village shop. The village hall is central to the vast array of activities within this strong local community is the most historic of homes.
Directions
From Romsey take the A3057 towards Stockbridge for approximately seven miles entering the village of King's Somborne. At the Crown Public House, turn right into Church Road and then take the next left into The Cross and onto Winchester Road and after ¼ mile Camp Field can be found on your right hand side.
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Property Features :
- Delightful Thatched home with three generous bedrooms arranged over three floors
- With attractive period features including an open fireplace and high ceilings
- Constructed in 2000 and completed with the many modern comforts
- Master suite with contemporary ensuite shower room
- Ceramic tiled flooring, soft neutral decoration and coving