3 bedroom house

A former public house, dating back to 1446 when King Edward IV was on the throne, Queens Arms House offers a wealth of period character with features including ornate beams, wide floorboards and period fireplaces, all showcased within a comfortable family home.

On entering, the snug/bedroom four to the right enjoys a warming ambience with a woodburning stove and to the opposing side of the hall a formal dining room offers the perfect setting for hosting guests and family gatherings, with a feature fireplace. The charming kitchen/ breakfast room has, at its heart, a striking, red AGA in an inglenook recess, rustic woodfronted cabinetry and terracotta tiling to the floor. Additional features include a Belfast sink, exposed brickwork and a built-in window bench alongside which a breakfast table can be accommodated.

A generous living room is situated on the first floor where the architecture includes partvaulted ceilings and exposed ancient roof trusses. There are three double bedrooms upstairs. The principal room having the benefit of a dressing room and en suite bathroom. A stunning, medieval bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and access to an en suite cloakroom. A third bedroom, with Victorian fireplace, is served by a bathroom with a Victorian roll top tub, step in shower, bidet and views over the garden and village church. The house features two cellars both accessible from inside the house. The first a medieval/wine cellar and the second was once the village air raid shelter/Home Guard gunnery range, this cellar you can also access externally.

An area of brick-paving with flint stone inserts marks the frontage to the home with space for potted plant displays to either side of the half-glazed entrance door. A large garage (rare in central Odiham) has a back door which opens into the gardens. The secret, sunny, red walled southwest facing garden offers a delightful outdoor sanctuary in the heart of the village. Flower beds are filled with a colourful selection of mature shrubs and perennial plants with a number of specimen trees creating interest. There is a paved, sheltered terrace which offers a sunny spot to dine and relax and there is an area of lawn adding to the appeal.

The property is situated in the heart of Odiham, just off the southern side of the High Street. The town offers a delightful mix of charm and convenience with a wealth of amenities, including a dentist, doctors’, pharmacy, shops, eateries and public houses. It enjoys several scenic footpaths, one running along the Basingstoke Canal. Further facilities can be found at nearby Farnham and Basingstoke. Excellent road and rail connections are on offer with the M3 close and the mainline stations at Hook and Winchfield providing fast rail links to London. Private schools include Daneshill, St Neot's, Yateley Manor, St Nicholas’ and Lord Wandsworth College.