Lockerley Road, Romsey, SO51 0LG

Set within approximately 13 acres of idyllic gardens and grounds that follow the gentle course of the River Dun, Dunerley Cottage is a charming detached home enjoying glorious views across the river and surrounding countryside.

Thoughtfully designed to maximise these attractive vistas from as many rooms as possible, the house is beautifully light throughout, with generous ceiling heights creating an airy and welcoming atmosphere-perfect for appreciating the sights and sounds of its tranquil setting.

At the heart of the house is a substantial entrance hall featuring a woodburner, vaulted ceiling and French doors opening onto the garden.

The double-aspect sitting room also has a woodburner and opens via two sets of double doors into a striking, oak-framed conservatory with far-reaching views over the river and gardens beyond.

At the opposite end of the house lies a superb kitchen/dining room, fitted with bespoke units, exposed beams and ample space for entertaining, with two sets of double doors leading outside.

The ground floor also includes a double bedroom with en suite shower room, together with an office, gym and cloakroom.

Upstairs, a spacious landing with minstrel's gallery leads to the principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes, en suite bathroom and lovely views, a guest bedroom with en suite, a further bedroom and family shower room.

Outside, there is a versatile outbuilding with two garages, studio and gardener's cloakroom, with stairs to a self-contained annex above.

The grounds feature an outdoor swimming pool with pool house, greenhouse, fishing huts, wildflower meadow, mature trees, pondside deck and a gravel driveway offering generous parking.

Dunbridge is a charming village set along the banks of the River Test, a few miles from the historic market town of Romsey.

It offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while benefitting from a number of local amenities, including a well-regarded pub, village hall and excellent access to countryside walks along the Test Way.

Romsey provides a broader range of facilities with independent shops, cafés and restaurants, leisure amenities, a weekly market and supermarkets including Waitrose and Aldi.

The village is well connected for travel, with Romsey railway station offering regular services to Southampton, Salisbury and Bristol, together with onward connections to London Waterloo.

The nearby A27, A3057 and M27 provide convenient road access to Southampton, Winchester and the wider South Coast, while Southampton Airport is approximately 20 minutes away.

Dunbridge is ideally situated for families, with a selection of respected state and independent schools in the area.

Well-known independent schools nearby include King Edwards School and Embley Park, making Dunbridge a popular choice for those seeking attractive country living with excellent commuting and schooling options.