This charming country cottage lies in the unspoiled Meon Valley region (the Meon River itself is a pleasant walk away) and is approached along a narrow winding lane. It is close to the historic village of Wickham with its market square. The house is of a range of ages; the oldest believed to date from the 17th century. The exposed beams and rafters are old oak ship timbers. The rooms are large, airy and quiet. All rooms have radiators with thermostatic valves and the wholle property is double-glazed. The property occupies in excess of two thirds of an acre.





Entrance Porch leading to

Hallway with exposed beams, WC with wash hand basin, large storage areas, stairs to 1st floor, Georgian door to

Drawing Room 26' 4" into recess by 14' 3" with large open fireplace, timber surround and arched recesses on either side. Exposed timber wall and ceiling beams leading to

Rear Porch with stained glazed Georgian door opening on to the south facing rear garden.

Study 13' 8" by 9' 11" with telephone point and triple aspects onto open countryside.

Dining Room with laminate flooring, telephone point, views over both front and rear gardens, and double Georgian doors leadings to

Kitchen/Breakfast Room 16' 8" by 13' 2" max fitted with a range of wall and floor mounted cupboards, stainless steel sink and plumbing for dishwasher, ample space for breakfast table and double Georgian doors leading the Patio. Single door leading to Utility Room with range of cupboards, plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier and door to outside.

First Floor

Landing with exposed wall beams leading to all bedrooms

Inner hallway with airing cupboard, hot water tank and shelved storage.

Master Bedroom 16' by 13' 7" max with dual aspects, telephone point with

Ensuite Shower Room and WC.

Bedroom 5. 9' 11" by 6' 4" would also make and ideal dressing room off the Master Bedroom.

Bedroom 2. 15' 7" by 14' 10" with skilling ceiling and exposed beams.

Bedroom 3. 11' 7" by 11' 3" with original oak floor.

Bedroom 4. 11' 7" by 12' 3" with excellent countryside views.

Bathroom - large airy room with pedestal wash basin, WC and wood panelled bath and cupboard, and fully tiled walls.

Shower Room with WC and wash hand basin.

Outside

A pebbled drive with ample space for at least two cars with step to front porch. The front garden is laid mainly to lawn with mature trees and five impressive Monterrey pines with their own fascinating wildlife.

Back Garden laid mainly to lawn, a sweeping path leading to the patio, well stocked flower beds, small pond and surrounding trees including larch, weeping willow, beech and ash. At the top of the path is a further area of hard standing for at least four cars, a double garage and car port. A further area of ground lies beyond which is currently left to grow naturally.





Primary School approx 2 miles away.

Secondary School just under 3 miles away.

Health Centre in Wickham under a mile.

Large Shopping Centre at Fareham some 3 miles away.

Access to the M27 under 3 miles away.

Railway stations at Fareham and Botley again about 3 miles away and the main Waterloo (1 hour) line at Southampton Airport some 20 minute drive. Both the M3 and A3M are easily accessible.

The cities of Portsmouth and Southampton lie 10 and 15 miles in either direction, with their excellent amenities, historic sites and ferry services.

The Solent is some 7 miles distant with a host of marinas and leisure marine activities and the picturesque River Hamble flows through nearby Botley.

There are a host of excellent country and waterside pubs, restaurants and cafes.

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