Rothiemurchus, St. Cross Road, Winchester, SO23 9RX

A rare combination within the city, a fine detached Victorian home.

A particularly fine late Victorian house which has mellow brick elevations, sash and casement windows, tile hung gable ends and decorative barge boards under a tiled roof.

From the drive steps lead down under an archway into a sunken garden and the part panelled front door which opens into the entrance vestibule and hallway.

The main reception rooms are typical of the Victorian era, with beautifully proportioned high ceilings, combining lovely architectural details including feature fireplaces, cornicing, picture rails, further period joinery and some pine boarded floors.

At the heart of the house lies the kitchen/breakfast room which was added within a most attractive orangery.

There is a larder, utility room and a concealed door opens into a boot room and family/games room.

On the first floor the principal bedroom is ensuite with three further large bedrooms, a family bathroom and a shower room.

On the second floor, which features vaulted ceilings in pitched pine, there are a further two bedrooms, bathroom and cloakroom.

Off St Cross Road, a gravel driveway provides access to the property via double entrance gates and in turn to the open fronted garage with potential roof storage space.

The mature gardens and grounds are a very special feature of the home.

A paved terrace adjoins the house, which in turn leads down to terraced lawns with a variety of shrubs, trees, roses, a croquet lawn, fruit cage, greenhouse and various stores and sheds.

Please note the orchard/paddock will not be included within the letting agreement.

Security Deposit: £9,000 (based on advertised rental price) Holding Deposit: £1,500 (based on advertised rental price) Council Tax Band: G Additional information Materials used in construction: Brick Drainage: Cespit in Garden Property is affected by a tree preservation order.

For further information on broadband and mobile coverage, please refer to the Ofcom Checker online St Cross is widely regarded as one of Winchester’s most desirable residential areas, offering an appealing combination of historic character, attractive surroundings and excellent access to the city centre.

The area is known for its handsome period properties, leafy streets and proximity to the picturesque River Itchen water meadows, providing a wonderful setting for walking and enjoying the outdoors.

Winchester city centre is within easy reach and offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, cultural attractions and everyday amenities, together with a number of highly regarded schools and educational establishments.

The area is also particularly well placed for commuters, with Winchester railway station providing direct services to London Waterloo, while the M3 offers convenient road links towards London, Southampton and the wider South Coast.

With its combination of city convenience, attractive green spaces, excellent schooling and strong transport connections, St Cross continues to be one of Winchester’s most sought-after locations.