Old Hillside Road, Winchester, SO22 5LN

The Property: 'Heythrop' is the larger of a pair of stunning properties constructed by renowned local developers Millgate (Winchester) Limited and is situated on a private road with little passing traffic.

Beautifully designed by T2 Architects, this superb house is set behind striking red brick elevations with stone quionings, under a slate roof with inset windows and sash openers.

A traditional front door opens into a centralised hallway and the whole house maintains high ceilings with detailed cornicing and deep skirting boards, all creating a charming period feel which is rare in a new build.

The heart of the house is the 'live in' kitchen/sitting/dining room which has been beautifully fitted with a contemporary 'Hobsons Choice' kitchen with premium quartz worksurfaces, integrated appliances, an island unit with breakfast bar and an expanse of bi-fold doors that open onto the terrace.

Integrated appliances include four 'Miele' ovens (two ovens, one steam oven and one combination microwave), 'Miele' induction hob, 'Siemens' large fridge and freezer, 'Caple' wine fridge and 'Bosch' dishwasher.

There is ample space for a large dining table and sofas under the impressive roof lantern, making this space ideal for everyday living and entertaining.

A utility room leads to a boot/storage room which opens to the front and rear gardens. The drawing room is a double aspect space.

There is a separate study and a cloakroom with an adjoining cloaks space.

A contemporary staircase with oak handrails and treads leads to the first floor, which has an impressive open landing with a front aspect window.

The principal bedroom offers a fantastic ensuite and separate dressing room which has been comprehensively fitted with wardrobes.

There is a further large double bedroom ensuite, and two good double bedrooms that are served by a family bathroom.

The second floor has a large games room which would also make a fantastic home office should additional homeworking space be the order of the day.

The fifth double bedroom is served by an additional shower room.

The property has a predicted 'A' rating for energy efficiency and is fitted with photovoltaic solar panels as well as an air source heat pump with an electric car charging point on the driveway.

The west facing rear garden has been landscaped with new lawn, shrubs, a stunning terrace and is well screened by mature hedging and fencing.

The block paved driveway is approached by a pair of electrically operated timbers gates with plenty of parking.

The Location: Old Hillside Road is situated off Dean Lane just to the western edge of the city.

To the top of the lane is a bridleway onto a network of paths through woodland which allow for stunning walks into the surrounding countryside to Crab Wood, Farley Mount and Sparsholt which is home to the renowned 'Plough' public house.

Within easy access are day to day amenities including Waitrose, The Friarsgate Practice, pharmacy, and other shops on Stoney Lane.

The railway station is just over 1 mile away with a direct train service to London Waterloo in 60-minutes.

The M3 (junction 9) is approximately 3 miles away offering direct access to London and the South Coast. The A34 is also easily accessible providing access to the A303 and the Midlands.

Heathrow and Southampton Airports are 55 and 12 miles away respectively.

Winchester offers a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities with a selection of boutiques, restaurants, cafés and a farmer's market twice monthly.

A range of cultural opportunities include the theatre, the City Museum, and the Military History Museum.

Local primary schooling can be found at Weeke and Sparsholt, whilst Henry Beaufort, Kings and Westgate secondary schools, as well as Peter Symonds VI form college are all close to hand.

The city is also home to public schools including Winchester College, St. Swithun's and Pilgrims' school. Other preparatory schools situated locally include Farleigh, King Edward VI and Twyford.

Directions: Leave the city via Stockbridge Road continuing straight over at the Chilbolton Avenue roundabout.

Turn left into Dean Lane and continue for a short distance where Old Hillside Road is the fourth turn on the left where the property will be found on the right-hand side.

Viewing: Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents . Services: Water supply, drainage and electricity are mains connected. Council Tax: Band TBC as new build.

EPC Rating: A Parking - Driveway