Durley Street, Durley, SO32

A most attractive period home, offering a wealth of charm and character, with origins thought to date back to the 16th century having been sympathetically updated and improved whilst retaining many original features including exposed beams, fireplaces and traditional detailing throughout.

The accommodation is both welcoming and versatile, with two main reception rooms ideally suited for both family living and entertaining. Serving as the heart of the house, the sitting room is particularly noteworthy, featuring an attractive open fireplace exposed timbers and a striking fireplace, creating a warm and inviting focal point opening on to the light and bright study.

The room adjacent to the kitchen is currently used as a second sitting room/snug by the owners but could be used as a dining room should one wish to do so. The tastefully fitted kitchen/breakfast room opens directly onto the well screened south facing garden terrace - perfect for summer entertaining and ideal vantage point overlooking the grounds. Additionally on the ground floor is w.c. and useful utility room providing additional practicality.

To the first floor the main bedroom benefits from extensive fitted storage and an en suite bathroom with feature bath and walk-in shower. There are three further double bedrooms. The family bathroom is large and fitted with modern and stylish features. The landing is gallery style, a feature chandelier and exposed historic beams.

Outside
The grounds are a particular feature of the property, comprising mature gardens with areas of lawn leading onto a well stocked orchard opening onto an open area of paddock creating an attractive and private setting. A comprehensive range of outbuildings provides excellent ancillary accommodation, including a substantial barn. There is also a large garden store and a triple berth carport with an impressive full height room above ready to be fitted out to suit a wide range of requirements, subject to the relevant consents. There is also a cosy timber framed garden bar/snug with wood burning stove. The gravelled driveway provides access, parking and turning space for a number of vehicles.

Situation
Durley is a popular village located to the southeast of Winchester and northeast of Southampton, with excellent transport links to both centres. The village itself offers a variety of amenities including the sought after Durley Primary School which is rated as Outstanding by Ofsted, church, two good pubs - the Robin Hood which is renowned for good food and the Farmers home which is great for dogs walks. The M3 and M27 both offer convenient access to the national road network while the airport at Southampton serves a good range of domestic and European destinations. There are many acres of fine countryside close at hand.

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Additional Information
Local Authority: Winchester City Council
Services: All mains services
Council Tax Band: G

Agent's note: There is planning permission for an entrance porch and ground floor extension ref 21/02352/HOU