Standon Cottage, Standon Main Road, Winchester, SO21 2JH

A superbly refurbished period home offering an exquisite living environment with beautifully presented accommodation, set in grounds of about 0.28 acres and with views over open countryside.

Description Set within grounds of nearing a third of an acre and bordered on three sides by open farmland, this attractive Grade II listed detached thatched cottage enjoys some far reaching rural views.

The property was originally two cottages which have been thoughtfully combined resulting in a fabulous living environment with some beautifully balanced and presented accommodation.

At the heart is the kitchen which comes with a range of floor and wall mounted units with cupboard and drawer sections with worksurfaces over and breakfast bar.

This is open plan to a stunning family room which is great from entertaining, featuring a full wall of folding doors opening on to the garden and an additional reception area, currently arranged as a breakfast room linking old and new seamlessly.

Further living space at ground floor includes a generous dual aspect sitting room with wood burning stove, a separate dining room, and a cosy study/snug.

Adjoining the kitchen is a spacious utility/pantry and shower room making for a practical set up. A principal bedroom at ground floor comes with en suite shower room.

At first floor are the three remaining bedrooms, all serviced by a family bathroom.

Outside The property is approached via electric gates which open on to a generous driveway providing access to the newly built oak carport.

To the front, a lawned garden is bordered by an immaculately shaped hedge providing excellent screening.

The rear garden enjoys complete privacy and uninterrupted views across open farmland, with expansive lawns complemented by a sunken paved patio, timber deck and well-stocked shrub borders.

Additional features include a wooden garden shed and a further secluded seating area with pergola, perfectly positioned to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun.

A low timber fence frames the garden, thoughtfully designed to maximise the far-reaching rural outlook.

Location Standon is a small hamlet positioned between Pitt and Hursley, to the south-west of Winchester.

Hursley is often referred to as the village of chimneys, famous for its architecture and of course the Hursley lozenge windows which feature in so many of the properties, This delightful village offers a range of amenities including a butcher, post office and shop, two public houses, a primary school, church and recreational grounds including tennis courts.

Hursley is situated approximately 6 miles to the south-west of Winchester.

Ampfield provides a Church of England primary school, church, very active village hall, children's nursery, 18 hole (par 3) golf course, restaurant and two public houses.

The nearby market town of Romsey, provides comprehensive amenities.

Communications are excellent, with a mainline station at Winchester, Romsey and Southampton and with access to the M3 at Junction 12 (Chandlers Ford) or to Junction 4 of the M27 at Rownhams.

The M27 gives access to the New Forest and beyond to the west, as well as to Southampton and Southampton International Airport.

Square Footage: 2,388 sq ft Acreage: 0.28 Acres Additional Info Council Tax Band G Freehold Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage (septic tank).