High Street, Southampton, SO32 3PA

The Malt House has remained in the same ownership for more than 40 years and represents a charming and beautifully proportioned Grade II listed village house.

Believed to date from the late 17th century, the property is timber-framed with brick elevations beneath a traditional tiled roof.

The house retains a wealth of character features typical of its period and its historic use as a former malthouse.

These include an attractive symmetrical façade, sash windows, open fireplaces, a generous cellar and numerous exposed beams throughout.

Elements of the original brickwork from the former working areas remain visible, adding further historical interest.

The ground floor is entered via a welcoming entrance hall which leads to a formal dining room on one side and a cosy sitting room with open fireplace on the other.

A further reception room, currently used as a study, enjoys direct access to the garden.

The traditional kitchen is well appointed and features an Aga, with a door leading through a covered archway to the garden and to the rear of the car port.

On the first floor is an impressive drawing room, beautifully light thanks to three full-height sash windows. There are three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, together with a further single bedroom.

A delightful garden room provides a peaceful retreat and opens through double doors onto a terrace overlooking the garden, formaly a bedroom To the front of the property is off road parking for several cars including access into a covered car port and enclosed garage.

To the rear lies a particularly attractive and mature walled garden which has been thoughtfully planted to provide colour and interest throughout the seasons.

Flower beds border an area of lawn, while a paved terrace's offers an ideal setting for outdoor seating and dining.

The property is situated in the heart of the highly regarded village of Droxford, within the South Downs National Park.

The village offers a range of everyday amenities including a junior school, two public houses, a post office, doctors' surgery and a garage with petrol station and shop.

More extensive facilities can be found at Bishops Waltham and the cathedral city of Winchester.

Railway services from Winchester and Petersfield provide access to London Waterloo in approximately one hour.

The Meon Valley is renowned for its outstanding countryside and offers a wide range of outdoor pursuits including walking, riding and cycling.

Local sporting facilities include Droxford Cricket Club, golf at Swanmore Golf Centre and Corhampton Golf Club, and sailing on the Solent and the River Hamble.

Schooling - There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area including Droxford Junior School, Swanmore Church of England Primary School, Ridgemead Junior School and Swanmore College.

The area is also well served by a number of highly regarded independent schools including Winchester College, The Pilgrims' School, Twyford School, St Swithun's School, Wykeham House School, West Hill Park in Fareham, Churchers in Petersfield and King Edward VI School in Southampton, with a coach service available from Swanmore Lane.