Property description
The quintessential thatched cottage presenting a host of period charm and character yet unusually offering exceptional practical family accommodation. Owners Comments“We have enjoyed 16 years of living in West Wellow and we intend to remain in the village due to its strong community and excellent local amenities.”
“Sharing our beautiful gardens with the deer, squirrels, array of birds and wildlife has been a sheer pleasure.”
IntroductionWith origins believed to date back to the late 18th century as the Royal Oak Public House, Oak Cottage is a delightful grade II listed period home set within private and secluded grounds approaching 1/3 acre situated in the heart of the popular village of West Wellow. Constructed of original Wellow brick, this delightful home has been sympathetically extended and improved over the years and manages to fuse its period charm of original exposed beams, and stunning Inglenook fireplaces with contemporary living including a beautiful vaulted garden room overlooking the meticulously maintained peaceful gardens. The accommodation offers well proportioned rooms of a particularly bright aspect complemented by substantial gardens which are a sheer delight. In addition this beautifully presented property provides generous parking facilities including a large garage, extended to incorporate a useful workshop and benefits from close proximity to a wealth of local traditional amenities and excellent commuter links by road.
DescriptionA stable door opens into an entrance porch with cloaks hanging space and glazed door to the sitting room. Centred upon a stunning Inglenook brick fireplace with double door feature wood burning stove, bread oven and original arched oak mantle, the sitting room enjoys a bright dual aspect with French doors to the garden. Exposed beams add to the period charm, evident in the dining room which also hosts a delightful period fireplace, now purely ornamental. A glazed door leads to the spacious kitchen fully fitted with an extensive range of cottage style units and generous worktops extending to a breakfast bar. Integrated appliances include a ceramic hob, double oven, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. There is a dual aspect overlooking the pretty rear gardens and a stable door to the spacious utility, which houses the gas boiler, attractive bespoke solid oak units, butler sink and further space and plumbing for appliances with access to the rear garden. An inner hallway with full height picture window and downstairs cloakroom provides access to the well sized study/bedroom three and the delightful vaulted garden room enjoying triple aspect views and access over the beautifully tended gardens. On the first floor there are two beautifully bright and sizeable bedrooms and access to the loft space.The master bedroom benefits from full height and width fitted wardrobes and a substantial ensuite shower room, fully fitted with an electric shower within a separate cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. Bedroom two is delightful, with a pretty dormer area allowing views and storage, centred around the original brick fireplace. A family bathroom with matching white suite, corner bath and airing cupboard is also of excellent proportions.
OutsideThe cottage is approached via a five bar gate screened from the thoroughfare by a mature hedgerow. driveway with turning space and parking leads to the substantial pitched roof garage, extended to provide a useful workshop to the rear. There is additional double gates with vehicular access/storage to the side and dual pedestrian access to the rear. The south facing rear gardens are simply beautiful; perfectly manicured lawns meet well stocked flower borders, exceptionally private and screened by mature hedgerow and fencing. A pretty courtyard area provides an attractive resting or entertaining space adjacent to the house, bordered by raised flower beds and an ornamental wall. There is a large storage shed (10’x12’) and greenhouse.
LocationOak Cottage is conveniently located in the heart of the village of West Wellow which enjoys a strong community spirit and excellent access to Salisbury and the M27 via the nearby A36. The desirable village of Wellow is host to a variety of amenities including a pharmacy, butchers, newsagent and public house. It is also well provided for in sporting facilities with a local tennis club, golf course and cricket ground. Whilst enjoying the close proximity of the historic New Forest, excellent commuter links are available in addition to highly regarded schooling both state and private.
Agents NotesThe property is grade II listed yet offers much in practical living. Gas central heating is via a recently serviced four year old gas boiler and there is mains drainage with a regular discount for surface water flow. The property is partially double glazed and there is a security system and mains activated soft water facility.
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Property Features :
- Beautiful three bedroom grade II listed cottage
- Three sizeable reception rooms with a host of period features
- Meticulously maintained approaching 1/3 acre south facing garden
- Garage, workshop and generous parking
- Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom