Property description
A fantastic executive detached residence, located in a private cul-de-sac of just 5 homes enjoying a South Westerly facing rear garden. The property is positioned directly off a highly regarded lane in the ever popular village of Holybourne. The property has potential to extend/improve subject to the usual consents.
Location
Howards Lane is a highly regarded village lane consisting of a low density of country houses, character cottages and more recently built homes leading to the Church of the Holy Rood, village pond and the gently tumbling countryside of the North Downs beyond. There are a network of footpaths and bridleways. Holybourne also has a primary school - Andrew's Endowed C of E, a shop/post office, village hall with a toddler group, the White Hart Inn and recreational facilities including a cricket club. To the south lies the River Wey whilst the village also has connections with the Roman times. Eggar's senior school, the Convent RC school and Anstey Park are further amenities in the neighbourhood. The old market town of Alton has High Street shops, supermarkets including Waitrose and Sainsburys, Alton College, a library, sports centre and two outlying golf courses. The A31 connects with Farnham (within 9 miles), Guildford and Winchester whilst Alton station has a commuter service to London Waterloo - minimum journey time 67 minutes.
Covered Entrance Porch
With courtesy light. Tiled floor leading to part glazed front door. Double glazed patterned side panel windows into:
Entrance Hall
Stairs leading to first floor. Double radiator, understairs storage cupboard with courtesy lighting. Coved ceiling, wall mounted Honeywell thermostat controls.
Cloakroom
White suite comprising low level wc with concealed cistern. Villeroy & Boch circular sink with wall mounted tap and tiled surround with storage cupboard below, radiator, two downlighters, patterned double glazed window to side aspect.
Drawing Room
Large double glazed window to front aspect and double glazed French doors with double glazed side panels leading out to patio and rear garden. Two double radiators, feature open fireplace with painted tiles, wooden mantel and hearth. Coving. Double doors leading to:
Dining Room
Large radiator, double glazed window to rear aspect, coving, small storage cupboard previously serving hatch.
Study
Double glazed window to front aspect, double radiator, coving.
Kitchen
Comprising a range of light coloured base and eye level units with granite worktop, inset one-and-a-half bowl Franke sink drainer unit with mixer tap. Inset four-ring Neff gas hob with Neff extractor above and Neff microwave below, built-in Neff double oven. Built-in tall fridge with small freezer compartment at the top. Fitted dressed with a range of cupboards and drawers, two glass fronted display cabinets. Eleven downlighters, double glazed window to rear aspect, part tiled walls, coving, double radiator. Large archway to:
Breakfast Room
Double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator, TV and telephone points. Range of wall mounted bookshelves. Door leading to:
Utility Room
Cupboard housing hot water tank with wooden slatted shelving above, further double storage cupboard with shelving and hanging rail, fitted complementary rolltop work surface, spaces for appliances, built-in sink drainer unit with storage cupboard below, double glazed window to rear aspect, stable door with small window leading out to rear garden, double radiator. Door leading to integral garage.
Stairs leading to First Floor
Galleried Landing
Loft access, coving, large storage cupboard with wooden slatted shelving.
Master Bedroom
A range of built-in wardrobes with hanging rails and storage shelving above, further single built-in storage cupboard, coving, double radiator. Double glazed window to rear aspect. Door to:
En-suite
Four piece white suite comprising enclosed bath with mixer tap, wall mounted Aqualisa shower and controls, inset wash hand basin with mixer tap and storage shelving with various under-cupboards and glass storage shelf. Low level wc, bidet. Part tiled walls, four downlighters, patterned double glazed window to front aspect. Heated towel rail, tiled floor, eye level storage cupboards with two downlighters and mirror fronted toiletries cupboard.
Bedroom Two
Double glazed window to front aspect, built-in double wardrobe with hanging rail and storage shelf above, coving, radiator.
Bedroom Three
Double glazed window to rear aspect, fitted triple wardrobes with adjacent fitted chest of drawers with book shelving above, coving, radiator.
Bedroom Four
Double glazed window to rear aspect, coving, radiator.
Family Bathroom
White suite comprising panel enclosed bath, wall mounted Aqualisa shower controls, inset wash hand basin with mixer tap, storage cupboards below, wall mounted mirror fronted toiletries cupboard with courtesy lighting, low level wc, heated towel rail, part tiled walls, four downlighters. Patterned double glazed window to front aspect.
Outside
Front
The property is approached via a shingle driveway separating two areas laid to lawn. The driveway provides off road parking for numerous vehicles leading to the attached double garage. There are various flower and shrub beds and borders. There is a gate allowing side access.
Rear Garden
Directly off the back of the property is an area laid to patio. The rest of the garden is mainly laid to lawn with very well stocked surrounding shrub and flower borders. The garden is enclosed by fencing and walling. There is a secluded timber shed to the far left hand corner. Further large timber storage shed located to the side of the property with compost area and bin storage area. There is an external water supply.
Integral Garage
With two up-and-over doors. The garage also has power and lighting, wall mounted boiler, loft storage access.
Directions
From Alton town centre, proceed north eastwards via Normandy Street becoming Anstey Road eventually passing Anstey Park on the left. Then at the traffic lights turn left signposted Holybourne onto the old London Road. Turn third left into Howards Lane. New Paddock Close will be found after a short distance on the left.
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