Clare Cottage East Cholderton Andover Hampshire SP11 8LR. Offers invited around 850,000 for the freehold

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2 Clare Cottage East Cholderton Andover Hampshire SP11 8LR A picturesque Grade II Listed period cottage with immense character, offering spacious family accommodation and stunning parkland gardens approaching three quarters of an acre, situated on the edge of the hamlet with convenient road and rail access Andover 5 miles Stockbridge 10 miles Winchester 22 miles Salisbury 18.4 miles London 74.7 miles Grateley station 4.4 miles (London waterloo in 75 minutes) Offers invited around 850,000 for the freehold VIEWING IS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT Agriculture House, High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6HF Tel These particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. All statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Evans & Partridge or the vendors or lessors. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 3. No person in the employment of Evans & Partridge has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

3 COVERED PORCH * RECEPTION HALL * CLOAKROOM * SITTING ROOM * DINING ROOM / SNUG * GARDEN / SUMMER ROOM * STUDY FARMHOUSE SIZE OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM * UTILITY ROOM / REAR LOBBY MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN SUITE BATHROOM * THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS * WET ROOM * MAIN BATHROOM DOUBLE GARAGE WITH ADJOINING CAR PORT * LARGE 48 WORKSHOP * EXTENSIVE PARKING ATTRACTIVELY LANDSCAPED GARDENS AND GROUNDS EXTENDING TO ABOUT THREE QUARTERS OF AN ACRE DESCRIPTION A most attractive detached Grade II Listed period cottage, mainly constructed of colour washed elevations under a thatched roof. The cottage has an immense wealth of character with inglenook fireplaces, numerous exposed beams and timbers and benefits from oil fired central heating with radiators. The accommodation comprises a sitting room with inglenook fireplace and steps to one side leading into a study. Wide open entrance leading into the garden room, which has magnificent views over the rockery water feature and patio area for those who enjoy al fresco eating. In addition there is a separate dining room (also with inglenook) with latch door into a farmhouse size kitchen/breakfast room with inglenook to one corner and inset Alpha range providing cooking, hot water and central heating. From the kitchen a door leads into a separate utility room/rear lobby. To the first floor there is a spacious landing, a large double aspect master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and steps rising into an en suite bathroom. There is also a further double bedroom to the opposite side of the landing which overlooks the garden and a passageway leading to the remaining bedrooms, bathroom and wet room. Outside there is an excellent range of outbuildings including an exceptionally large workshop/games room (almost 48 long), ideal for hobbies or for those who require extensive storage. Agent s Note: A deceptively spacious extended family house, first time on the market in 28 years. LOCATION The property is set back from the lane, approached through a five bar gate, in the picturesque hamlet of East Cholderton, located between the villages of Thruxton and Amport (both of which have a primary school and public house), and is within easy reach of the A303 which allows easy access to London and the West Country. The White Horse public house in Thruxton is within a short walk of the property and there are also many delightful walks in the surrounding countryside. Andover, some five miles distant, offers a comprehensive range of shopping, educational and leisure facilities, and there are mainline railway stations in both the town and the nearby village of Grateley (both providing fast services to Waterloo). The cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury are both within 30 minutes drive. ACCOMMODATION Thatch covered ENTRANCE PORCH Supported on oak timbers. Front door with leaded central panel leading into: RECEPTION HALL Exposed beams and timbers. Staircase rising to first floor. Radiator. Latch doors to sitting room and dining room/snug. Open entrance to: INNER LOBBY Small pane glazed panelled door and step into garden/summer room. Further small pane glazed panelled door into utility/rear lobby. Latch door into cloakroom.

4 CLOAKROOM Coloured suite comprising wash hand basin with cupboard beneath. Low level WC suite. Radiator. SITTING ROOM Fine inglenook fireplace with exposed beam over and mantel, inset log burning stove. Leaded window with oak sill to front aspect. Exposed beams and timbers. Radiator. Steps to side of inglenook with leaded window leading to study. Wide open entrance into garden/summer room. STUDY Window to side aspect. Wide opening overlooking garden room. Built-in shelving. Radiator. GARDEN / SUMMER ROOM Large double glazed picture windows with central three quarter gazed French doors with fine views over the rockery and water feature leading onto crazy paved patio. Two double radiators. DINING ROOM / SNUG Inglenook fireplace with exposed beam and mantel, inset log burning stove. Exposed beams and timbers. Two leaded windows to front aspect. Window to side aspect. Built-in cupboard (ideal for wine storage). Radiator. Latch door to: FARMHOUSE SIZE OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM Twin bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Extensive range of high and low cupboards and drawers. Ample work surfaces. Mellow brick inglenook fireplace to one corner housing Alpha range with overhead lighting. Belling four ring gas hob with concealed extractor fan above. Plumbing for dishwasher. Integrated fridge/freezer. Slate flooring. Ample space for breakfast table and dresser. Two double glazed picture windows overlooking rockery. Half glazed stable door to side aspect. Two radiators. Door leading to: UTILITY ROOM / REAR LOBBY China sink with wooden drainer, cupboard beneath. Plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Airing cupboard with Tribune water cylinder, pump and slatted shelves. Door to rear garden. FIRST FLOOR SPACIOUS LANDING Exposed beams and timbers. Leaded window to front aspect. Latch door to master bedroom and bedroom two. Steps rising to passageway. MASTER BEDROOM Leaded window on two aspects. Range of fitted wardrobe cupboards, drawer units and dressing table. Exposed beams and timbers. Radiator. Steps rising to: EN SUITE BATHROOM White suite comprising corner bath with seat. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC suite. Cubicle housing Aqualisa shower with folding screen. Built-in cupboard with glass shelving. Heated towel rail. Electric fan heater. BEDROOM TWO Exposed beams and timbers. Leaded window to front aspect. Built-in bedside cabinets. Fitted wardrobes cupboards, one with drawers. Radiator. PASSAGEWAY Built-in wardrobe cupboards to one side. Doors leading to: BEDROOM THREE Large picture window overlooking rockery and water feature to rear. Built-in wardrobe cupboard. Radiator. BEDROOM FOUR Window overlooking rockery to rear. Radiator. WET ROOM White suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC suite. Large walk-in fully tiled shower area with screen. Tiled floor. Chrome heated towel rail. MAIN BATHROOM White suite comprising bath, encased wash hand basin, low level WC suite. Double radiator.

5 OUTSIDE Stunning landscaped gardens and grounds approaching three quarters of an acre (0.697 acres / hectares) which form a beautiful park like setting for the house. The rockery is a particular feature of the garden, with its cascade water course and pond. A five bar gate leads to a gravelled drive, which leads to an ample parking and turning area in front of the double garage. DOUBLE GARAGE Colour washed elevations under a tiled roof. Two up and over doors to front. Fitted work bench and shelves. Power and light connected. The drive continues to the side of the garage to a CAR PORT. A path to the side of the house leads to stone steps up to: WORKSHOP / GAMES ROOM Timber clad and insulated elevations under a profile roof. Double doors to one end. Personnel door to opposite end. Power and light connected. Plastic bunded oil tank (2,000 litres, fitted within approximately the last 12 months). THE GARDENS AND GROUNDS To the front of the house is a lawn, surrounded by flower borders, with a feature Well with thatched roof. To the side of the house edging the drive are stone faced borders with a variety of shrubs and lavender. Stretching back is an extensive, gently sloping lawn, creating an impressive park effect, with specimen trees including mature Norway Spruce, Blue Cedar, Copper Beech, Cupressus and a Perotia Persica, the leaves of which change colour in the autumn. A circular stone border is an attractive feature. There is a paved terrace to rear of property with barbecue area (with bottled gas point). Electrically operated awning over seating area. The terrace looks onto an outstanding tiered rockery with stone chip beds containing grasses and other plants, and a cascade running down to a pond with fountain. Beyond the rockery is a lawn with Apple tree, Yew and a variegated Cornus Controversa. The lawned area leads to the other side of the house, which is wisteria clad. SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage. (Bottled gas for cooking and barbecue). given by Evans & Partridge. Note: No household services or appliances have been tested and no guarantees can be LOCAL AUTHORITY Test Valley Borough Council, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, Hampshire SP10 3AJ. Telephone: DIRECTIONS Take the A303 west bound from Andover. Turn left sign posted Thruxton Village Only and at the junction turn right into Wiremead Lane. The property will be found after a short distance on the right hand side, indicated by a For Sale board.

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