5 bedroom cottage for sale

The current owner has undertaken a sympathetic and meticulous programme of refurbishment, resulting in a beautifully presented residence that blends traditional English country charm with luxurious modern finishes. The house showcases an array of character features, including a beautifully crafted thatched roof with an intricate fox and pheasant detail on the ridge, exposed oak beams, part‐panelled walls, leaded windows and a cellar, all contributing to its timeless appeal. Positioned on higher ground, overlooking the River Test, the house is in the picturesque area between Longstock and Stockbridge, approximately half a mile from Stockbridge and about 9.5 miles from central Winchester. The welcoming ground floor centres around an impressive open plan kitchen/dining and sitting area, with sliding glazed doors opening directly onto the terrace. The bespoke deVOL kitchen features a central island, marble worktops and a LaCornue range cooker, creating an elegant yet practical space for both everyday living and entertaining. A superb double length drawing room offers a window seat, open fireplace and French doors leading to the garden and a bookcase door to a wine cellar, while a triple aspect dining room with vaulted ceiling enjoys far reaching views and access to the west facing terrace and gardens. Additional accommodation includes a utility room, cloakroom and a useful storage room with staircase rising to a first floor study. The first floor comprises a luxurious main bedroom complete with dressing area and en suite bathroom. A spacious guest bedroom also benefits from its own en suite, with two further double bedrooms served by a well appointed family bath/shower room. All bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes, ensuring ample storage throughout. Every effort for eco-efficiency has been addressed including underfloor heating and LED lighting. The high specification work includes Artisans of Devizes French limestone flooring on the ground floor and pool surround, and many Water Monopoly bathroom fittings. Within the grounds of approximately 0.88 acres sits a detached garage with an attached annexe, offering a kitchen/dining room and cloakroom, with a spiral staircase leading to a first‐floor bedroom and en suite shower room-ideal for guests, extended family or home working. A delightful thatched pool house complements the outdoor swimming pool, featuring bi‐fold doors, a bathroom and additional storage above. The property is approached through double wooden gates, opening to a driveway and ample parking for several vehicles, enhancing both convenience and privacy. The Peat Spade pub in Longstock is a popular pub and the nearby village of Stockbridge has a convenience store/Post Office, a traditional butcher and delicatessen, several restaurants, specialist shops and art galleries. More extensive facilities are available in Winchester, Andover and Salisbury. The area is renowned for its chalk stream fishing; there are golf clubs in Leckford and Awbridge and water sports along the south coast. Stockbridge Primary School, Test Valley Secondary School and Peter Symonds Sixth Form College are the catchment area schools. Other nearby schools include Farleigh, The Pilgrims' School, St Swithun's and Winchester College.