5 bedroom detached house for sale

Set within the highly sought after rural hamlet of Charter Alley, this exceptional upside-down house has been extensively modernised throughout to create a striking contemporary home of over 3,100 sq ft. Designed to maximise light, space and far reaching views, the property offers stylish, versatile accommodation and excellent outdoor entertaining space. Accessed via a private driveway with a traditional five bar gate, the property sits on a generous plot with ample parking for several vehicles. The attractive rear garden provides plenty of space for families, entertaining and outdoor relaxation. The innovative design places the impressive living accommodation on the first floor, where a vast open plan reception and dining space creates a stunning focal point of the home. Flooded with natural light, this contemporary area features clean architectural lines and direct access onto a substantial L-shaped balcony, an ideal spot for al fresco dining, enjoying the sunshine or simply relaxing whilst taking in the surroundings. The well appointed kitchen is positioned adjacent to the living space, providing a practical yet sociable layout. The ground floor offers flexible bedroom accommodation, including a generous principal suite with dressing area and en suite bathroom, together with a further 3 double bedrooms all with en suites, a study/bedroom, a large entance hallway with great storage and useful utility/plant room. The detached garage has been thoughtfully adapted to provide an excellent games room and TV room, offering valuable additional living or entertainment space, whilst retaining the flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyle needs.OutsideOutside, the property continues to impress with a generous and beautifully usable garden, offering an excellent balance of lawn and entertaining space. Ideal for families and those who enjoy outdoor living, the garden provides plenty of room for children to play, summer gatherings and al fresco dining. The elevated balcony overlooks the grounds, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces and offering a wonderful vantage point from which to enjoy the garden throughout the seasons. The plot enjoys a good degree of privacy, enhancing the peaceful feel of this attractive village setting.SituationCharter Alley is a charming rural village set amidst the beautiful Hampshire countryside, approximately five miles north of Basingstoke. The village benefits from a popular community shop and caf, and the neighbouring village of Ramsdell has an excellent village hall, tennis court and cricket club. The surrounding area offers an excellent choice of highly regarded state and independent schools. These include the well-regarded The Priory Primary School in nearby Pamber Heath, together with a range of sought-after independent schools such as Cheam School, Sherfield School, St Gabriel's and Wellington College, all within easy reach. Basingstoke provides an extensive range of shopping, leisure and cultural amenities, including Festival Place, The Anvil Concert Hall, cinemas, restaurants and sports facilities. The area is also particularly well placed for commuters, with regular rail services from Basingstoke to London Waterloo in as little as 45 minutes. Property Ref Number: HAM-66772Additional InformationMains Services:- Water, Gas, Electricity & Drainage Gas Central Heating Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council - Band E ///slick.banquets.cages