A truly stunning position for this beautiful home set in the exclusive village of Old Bursledon and placed within a secluded plot nestled between Salterns Lane and the River Hamble. Enclosed by a five-bar gate, the sweeping gravel driveway opens to the charming façade of this 20th Century home allowing plenty of parking with access to the meticulously cared for rear garden and triple garaging. Rye Acre, which was originally built in the 1920's, has been sympathetically extended and improved to create a versatile family home. The partially glazed vestibule is set as an open seating area, with doors opening through to the lounge and plenty of storage. The generous lounge runs from the front to the rear of the home with restored floorboards and period doors leading out toward the garden. The lounge also boasts a bespoke and beautifully installed turning staircase leading to the first-floor landing and central log burner. The kitchen/breakfast room has a dual aspect and overlooks the impressive gardens through the lovely conservatory. The kitchen has been renovated and benefits from modern built in appliances. The attractive conservatory overlooks the beautiful gardens, an eastern outlook allows you to enjoy the uninterrupted views creating a wonderful space to relax throughout the day and admire the impressive gardens. The conservatory is also fitted with stained glass windows designed by the well-known Rennie Mackintosh. The first-floor hosts three double bedrooms, the principal room boasts build in wardrobes and a large en-suite. Through an arch way in the second bedroom is a separate study with storage area and both the second and third bedroom share the family bathroom. Externally the property is sat in an elevated position to maximise the vista across the gardens which are a real credit to the current owners blending a mixture of lawns, trees and a variety of native and specimen trees with an array of established shrubs and flowering beds. The bottom of the garden provides a private greenhouse behind the trees. To front of the property, the triple garaging has been converted in part, but still offers two areas suitable for car parking. The third garage has been converted by the current owners into a versatile space that is still be to decided upon for use. It comes with an open space to the vaulted loft, panelled walls and indoor floorings, ideal as a home office, study or ready for conversation (STPP).

Council Tax Band: F

Old Bursledon sat on the West bank of the River Hamble is loved by its locals for its areas of outstanding natural beauty and has been protected as a conservation area.

Bursledon is a traditional village by the River Hamble in Hampshire with historic waterside links and a mix of woodland and coast. This location offers some great opportunities to fish, sail, paddleboard or just enjoy walks along the River Hamble and shore front. There is a good choice of local schools, gyms and sports facilities including the Hamble Sports Complex. Bursledon also has a great range of shops, public houses and restaurants. The marina is only a short distance away where you can stop for a bite to eat and watch the boats sail in and out. Southampton city centre is approximately 5 miles away and provides an impressive cultural offering from museums, music venues and art galleries to award winning parks. West Quay shopping centre and West Quay One offer over 100 shops and restaurants as well as a cinema and bowling. Commuters will benefit from excellent transport connections with the M27 less than half a mile away leading to the M3 beyond. There are three local train stations all within easy access and a number of bus routes that run along Hamble Road to Southampton.