The Cottage, High Street, Southampton, SO32 3NH

Immediate ‘exchange of contracts’ available Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply.

Starting Bid £750,000 This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted.

Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties.

Introduction Tucked away in the picturesque heart of Meonstoke, The Cottage is a beautifully restored and thoughtfully extended detached character home that perfectly balances timeless charm with contemporary family living.

Set within one of the South Downs National Park’s most desirable villages, this exceptional four-bedroom residence offers an enviable lifestyle defined by countryside tranquillity, elegant entertaining spaces, and a strong sense of community.

From the moment you arrive, the property exudes warmth and character.

Traditional features, including open fireplaces and wood flooring, blend effortlessly with bright open-plan living spaces designed for modern life.

Whether enjoying cosy winter evenings by the fire, hosting summer gatherings with the garden doors thrown open, or simply embracing the calm of village life, The Cottage offers a home that is both sophisticated and deeply welcoming.

Offered to the market with no forward chain, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive family home in one of Hampshire’s most sought-after rural settings.

Location Situated within the idyllic Meon Valley, Meonstoke is renowned for its quintessential English village charm, rolling countryside, and exceptional quality of life.

Surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the South Downs National Park, residents enjoy immediate access to miles of scenic walking routes, cycling trails, and open countryside, creating the perfect environment for those seeking a balance between outdoor living and everyday convenience.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Meonstoke remains remarkably well connected.

The historic cathedral city of Winchester, along with Petersfield, Bishop’s Waltham, and Wickham, are all within easy reach, offering an excellent selection of independent boutiques, restaurants, cafés, and commuter links into London and the South Coast.

Village life here is both vibrant and welcoming, centred around a popular local pub, village store and post office, church, and highly regarded primary school.

It is a setting where neighbours know each other, community spirit thrives, and the pace of life feels refreshingly relaxed.

Inside The interior of The Cottage has been carefully designed to provide versatile and beautifully flowing accommodation ideal for both family life and entertaining.

The welcoming living room forms the heart of the home, featuring elegant wood flooring and striking open fireplaces that create a wonderfully cosy atmosphere throughout the seasons.

A separate study offers the perfect retreat for home working or quiet reading, enjoying pleasant views over the front aspect and providing flexibility for modern lifestyles.

To the rear of the property, the stunning open-plan kitchen and dining space has been designed with sociable living in mind.

Filled with natural light and opening directly onto the garden through impressive bi-fold doors, this space effortlessly connects indoor and outdoor living.

The kitchen itself is beautifully appointed with integrated appliances, generous storage, and ample preparation space, making it equally suited to relaxed family breakfasts or sophisticated evening entertaining.

Upstairs, four well-proportioned double bedrooms provide comfortable and peaceful accommodation.

The principal bedroom and second bedroom both benefit from stylish en-suite shower rooms, while a well-appointed family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, creating an ideal layout for growing families or visiting guests.

Outside The outdoor spaces at The Cottage have been designed to complement the relaxed lifestyle that this beautiful setting inspires.

To the rear, the enclosed garden enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy and is predominantly laid to lawn, offering plenty of space for children to play, summer dining, or simply unwinding in peaceful surroundings.

A generous patio area creates the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, with the seamless connection from the kitchen and dining room allowing gatherings to flow effortlessly outside during the warmer months.

To the front, driveway parking provides everyday practicality, while mature planting and garden areas enhance the home’s attractive kerb appeal.

Side access adds further convenience, completing a property that is as functional as it is charming.

The Cottage represents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy refined village living within one of Hampshire’s most beautiful countryside locations.

Services Water, electricity, Oil heating system and private drainage are connected. Please note that none of the services or appliances have been tested by White & Guard.

Broadband: Fibre to the Cabinet Broadband Up to 15 Mbps upload speed Up to 76 Mbps download speed. This is based on information provided by Openreach.

Auctioneers Additional Comments Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'.

This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent.

The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website.

Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively.

The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.

In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures.

Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure that aml procedure are carried out in accordance with the law.

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a ‘Starting Bid’ or ‘Guide Price’ and is accompanied by a ‘Reserve Price’.

The ‘Reserve Price’ is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the ‘Guide Price’ / ‘Starting Bid’. These prices are subject to change.

An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction.

A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding.

The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers’ obligations and sellers’ commitments.

It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price of the property.

The deposit will be a contribution to the purchase price.

A non-refundable reservation fee up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum which could be up to £7,200 inc VAT) is also required to be paid upon agreement of sale.

The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price and consideration should be made by the purchaser in relation to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with overall purchase costs.

Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may believe necessary or beneficial to the customer to pass their details to third party service suppliers, from which a referral fee may be obtained.

There is no requirement or indeed obligation to use these recommended suppliers or services.

Disclaimer Buyers: If you have an offer accepted on a property through White & Guard, under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (2017) we are required by law to conduct Anti Money Laundering Checks.

There is a charge of £40 + VAT for these checks per applicant.

Sellers: Upon receipt of instructions to act in the selling of your home, under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (2017) we are required by law to conduct Anti Money Laundering Checks.

There is a charge of £40 + VAT per owner