Originally built in 1924, this attractive and substantial house overlooks the Itchen Valley. It is positioned centrally within a large plot and has been configured over time to provide a great deal of versatility and is therefore ideal for formal entertaining as well as comfortable family living.
Immaculately styled and decorated, the house is light and spacious and all the principal rooms have views over the grounds. An entrance hall provides direct access to the family room, kitchen/dining room and sitting room. The kitchen provides access to the west wing of the house which includes a utility room, sauna and gym.

The stunning bespoke kitchen is fitted with a range of units, integrated appliances, granite worktop and a central island unit with a sink. Leading from the kitchen is a dining room with French doors opening on to the rear patio and garden offering more space for entertaining. The impressive family room has a log burner within an elegant stone fireplace surround and a full width bay window looking over the garden. The sitting room is double aspect with a full width bay window providing an ample amount of light. There is a conservatory to the rear of the property overlooking the terrace and gardens, creating a fantastic space for entertaining.

The west wing of the property was originally the garage which has now been divided and recently converted into a self-contained annexe which comprises of a large utility room, shower room, sauna and gym. On the first floor there is an additional guest bedroom and living space which could be used as a home office.

The first floor comprises of five bedrooms all with built in storage, a family bathroom, shower room with underfloor heating and separate WC. The principal bedroom has built in storage and a beautiful bay window with far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside.

Within the grounds, and separate to the house is a large indoor pool with a WC and changing facilities. There are three sets of French doors opening out onto the terrace and looking out onto the terrace and gardens.

The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and are surrounded by established hedging and trees, offering the house and gardens seclusion and privacy. A bank leads down to a hard tennis court with paths on either side to a further lawned garden, a large wooden shed for storing to the rear and a gate gives access to a path which leads down to the River Itchen. The main garden is enclosed by mature mixed hedging and beech and extends in all to about 1.10 acres.

From Southdown Road a pair of wrought iron gates hung between brick pillars give access to a gravel drive leading down the side of the front garden and sweeps across the front of the house providing ample car parking and turning space. In the garage there is wiring in place for an electric car charging point.

The property is situated close to the centre of Shawford village which has some local amenities including a village hall, public house and a mainline railway station with a great cafe. The nearby village of Twyford has a post office/store with adjoining restaurant, two pubs, hairdresser, doctor's surgery and dental practice. Shawford lies in the Itchen Valley, just 4 miles south of the historic cathedral city of Winchester and sits on the edge of the River Itchen with a network of footpaths and bridleways for walking and riding in the surrounding countryside. Winchester has many famous attractions and amenities. The station at Shawford provides links to London, Winchester and Southampton. The trains go direct from Shawford to Southampton Airport in 8 minutes. The A34, A303, M3 and M27 are close by allowing convenient access to London, the West Country, the Midlands and the South Coast. Distances and times are approximate. Catchment area schools are Compton All Saints Church of England Primary and King's School (secondary). Peter Symonds Sixth Form College in Winchester is recognised for its outstanding results for pre-university education. There is a bus service to King Edwards grammar school in Southampton. Independent schools include Twyford, Princes Mead, The Pilgrims' School, St Swithun's and Winchester