A timber-framed house re-fronted with painted brick walls and slate roof, with lovely, original internal features of the framing and old beams preserved. The original house has been sympathetically extended as a result of which the depth of the house is nearly twice the width of the front elevation. Imposing living room with exposed timber beam ceilings, timber shutters and a feature fireplace with a working wood-burner, adding character and warmth. The living room leads to the heart of the house, a large light-filled kitchen/dining room fitted with bespoke timeless shaker- style kitchen furniture and new high quality appliances. French doors provide direct access to the gardens. In addition, all windows open out onto the garden providing a seamless experience between house and gardens. A utility/boot room provides separate direct access to the gardens and to a cloakroom. 

At the top of the easy stairs to the first floor, a section of ancient oak wainscoting forms a focal point. The first floor offers further impressive accommodation, with a large main bedroom with double height vaulted ceilings and a modern ensuite bathroom, with bath and separate shower. The main bedroom enjoys lovely, uninterrupted views over the gardens, Alresford Pond and the hills beyond. On the first floor are two further bedrooms; a double bedroom with ensuite fully fitted bathroom and a further bedroom/study. In both bedrooms old character oak frame features have been preserved, as well as a feature fireplace in the third bedroom. Additional features are a bespoke fitted wardrobe in the double bedroom and a bespoke fitted bookcase/dresser in the third bedroom. On the landing is a large storage/airing cupboard, and a hatch proving access to a large loft via a fitted loft ladder. The roof has been renovated in 2023.

At 25m deep and just under 8m wide, the large gardens consist of a brick and flint walled garden leading down to a further secluded walled garden, which is a tranquil oasis offering total privacy. The western walled boundary is partially formed by a beautiful brick and flint blind elevation, offering further seclusion. Due to their orientation and size, the gardens enjoy sun from early morning to evening. 

The rich cottage style planting consists of bluebells, lily of the valley, peonies, foxgloves, and roses and are framed by a beech hedge, while mature trees form a focal point at the end of the garden. 

A private parking space is available to buy for £60,000. The space is located off Broad Street, just a few minutes' walk away. Loading and unloading in front of the house is allowed. 

Alresford is a beautiful Georgian market town located in stunning surroundings on the edge of the South Downs National Park. It is known for its deep history, gorgeous, colourful Georgian buildings, with those on Broad Street and East Street being amongst the most prestigious. It has a variety of high quality independent shops including a butcher, greengrocer, fishmonger, wine merchant and book/art supplies shop, as well as restaurants and historic inns, churches and high quality schools. It is also well known for its lovely walks with numerous trails running through the beautiful countryside and hills surrounding the town, winding along vineyards, bluebell woods and the famous chalk stream running through the valley. 

Volunteers are the engine room of the town, which has a warm heart to match its gorgeous Georgian looks. Amongst highlights in the calendar are the Alresford Agricultural Show in September, and the lighting up Alresford for Christmas, with illuminated trees adorning most buildings in the historic town centre. Alresford offers access to a wide array of high quality cultural and sporting opportunities. The Grange Festival, held throughout the Summer at the beautiful Grange in the neighbouring village of Northington, is nationally renowned for world-class opera, jazz, dance, and theatre performances. Alresford is home to one of the oldest Golf Clubs in Hampshire (est. 1890) with an 18 hole golf course on glorious Hampshire Down Chalkland. There is also a tennis club. Local country estates offer the possibility of fly fishing, shooting and wine tasting. 

Alresford was highly ranked in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2023 in the South East.

Winchester is only 15 minutes away by car and has frequent train services into London Waterloo, taking just over an hour. Southampton Airport (only 30 minutes by car) serves a number of national and international destinations, including Scotland, Ireland, Channel Islands, The Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Spain and Portugal. 

Note: Lots 1 and 2 are offered together. If Lot 1 is not sold together with Lot 2, Lot 2 will either be retained or sold separately.

SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.

LOCAL AUTHORITY INFORMATION Winchester City Council Council Tax Band: F