warnford, hampshire

‘Gardeners Cottage’ Warnford | Hampshire

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‘Gardeners Cottage’A charming brick and flint cottage, standing in an elevated position with fine views, in the heart of the Meon Valley and surrounded by open countryside

Gardeners Cottage can be glimpsed, standing elevated and proud above the village, as you drive through Warnford. Approaching along the gently rising track leading only to the property, there is a sense of anticipation at what this property has to offer. Unique it certainly is, with its church style arched small paned windows and front door set in a very attractive brick and flint construction under slate roofing. Being surrounded by open countryside and farmland, with the nearest neighbouring properties set far enough away to afford a good degree of tranquillity and privacy, this period property is an ideal home for those searching for seclusion but not isolation. It would also fit the requirements of buyers wanting a second home with access to the numerous leisure pursuits along the south coast; sailing on the Solent, exploring the beautiful South Downs and New Forest National Parks, to name a few.

Stepping through the front door of Gardeners Cottage, there is an immediate feeling of elegance. There is an abundance of stylish period features such as ceiling beams, white painted wood panelled internal doors with the main reception room doorways set in panelled frames, high level skirting, deep window sills, black cast iron window furniture, brass door furniture, light switches and power points.

Both the drawing room and dining rooms have fine views over the gardens and beyond to Beacon Hill National Nature Reserve, a historic and popular site with walkers, from where fine views across the Meon Valley can be admired. The breakfast area at one end of the kitchen is delightful and the perfect spot for enjoying the garden views.

Tucked away and accessed through the boot room, the study offers privacy and solitude. On the first floor there are three bedrooms, with the master having an en suite bathroom and a small dressing room, and a shower room.

Warnford is a village in the heart of the Meon Valley within the designated South Downs National Park. It is the home of the renowned Hampshire Hogs Cricket Club, The Church of Our Lady and The George & Falcon Public House dating back to the 16th Century. There are a number of local stores in the surrounding villages for everyday needs. It is almost centrally placed between the cathedral city of Winchester to the east and Petersfield to the west, which can be reached along the A272. The larger centres of Southampton and Portsmouth on the south coast are accessed via the A32 and M27. Rail commuters have a choice of mainline stations at both Winchester and Petersfield. Southampton International Airport is about 17 miles away.

The current vendor considers the opportunity to live in Gardeners Cottage a real privilege.

“Gardeners Cottage is a most appealing house to live in. A major part of its charm is its very unique style and its elevated setting surrounded by open countryside, with no close neighbouring properties, providing wonderful privacy, not to mention lovely views”

ENTRANCE: A long track rises gently to a five-bar gate and gravelled driveway with turning and parking area to the front of the property. The driveway extends beyond the house on the eastern side to the single open barn-style garage. A low level brick and flint wall at the front of the cottage curves round to steps and a pedestrian pathway leading to the front door.


ENTRANCE PORCH:Approached through a white painted arched door, tall windows to either side, glazed door to;

HALLWAY: Stairs directly ahead rising to first floor, doors to either side leading to drawing and dining rooms, central ceiling light.

DRAWING ROOM - 13’11” x 11’6” Southerly aspect views over front garden, ceiling coving, stone fireplace with stone hearth and black cast iron inlay and fire basket, central ceiling beam, six wall light points, radiator.

DINING ROOM - 13’11” x 11’6” Southerly aspect views over front garden, stone fire surround and hearth with black cast iron inlay and fire basket, ceiling beams, recess with built-in cupboards and black granite shelf below serving hatch to kitchen and display shelf over, small side window with views over terrace and open countryside, three wall light points, radiator.

KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM - 21’5” x 8’6” North facing window. Range of pine wall and base units; corner open shelf base display, wall cupboards, glass display cupboard, pan drawers, black marbled granite worktops, stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap, wooden slatted serving hatch to dining room, Neff appliances; electric four ring hob, extractor hood, double oven and grill housing, built-in under counter fridge. Part tiled walls, vinyl flooring, inset ceiling lights. Door to boot room leading to study and cloakroom.

BREAKFAST AREASoutherly and westerly aspects, vaulted ceiling, doors to terrace, continued vinyl flooring, inset ceiling lights, radiator.


BOOT ROOM - 8’ x 5’2” Built-in wooden base unit with inset stainless steel sink, wall mounted Boulter Camray oil fired boiler, vinyl flooring, coat hanging area, heating and hot water control panel, concealed power circuit controls, air vent, central ceiling light part glazed door to rear, doors to study and cloakroom.

STUDY - 8’ x 7’ Easterly aspect, views over farmland, inset ceiling lights, ceiling coving, radiator. CLOAKROOM Northerly aspect, white ceramic suite, W.C., wash basin, part tiled splashback, vinyl flooring, central ceiling light, radiator. FIRST FLOOR

HALLWAY Two velux windows set in recessed light funnel, two ceiling lights, airing cupboard with hot water tank and shelving over, doors to all bedrooms and shower room.

n A Charming Detached Cottage

n In the Heart of The Meon Valley

n Elevated Setting with Wonderful Views

n Three Bedrooms and Three Reception Rooms

n Bathroom, Shower Room and Cloakroom

n Adjoins Open Farmland, Long Approach Driveway

n No Close Neighbouring Properties

n EPC Rating: E


MASTER BEDROOM - 13’11” x 11’11” Southerly aspect, recess with built-in wardrobes with sliding doors, ceiling coving, two wall light points, radiator, access to loft space, door and step up to dressing room and door to en suite bathroom.

DRESSING ROOMWindow to front aspect, built-in wardrobe with hanging and shelving, inset ceiling light.

EN SUITE BATHROOM - 8’ x 6’6” Easterly aspect, part tiled walls, white ‘Charlotte’ white enamel suite, W.C bidet, panelled bath with glazed folding shower screen over, vanity unit with granite top and inset sink, wall mirror, light, brass taps, shower fitments, white finish heated electric towel rail, ceiling extractor fan and inset ceiling lights.

BEDROOM TWO - 13’11” x 8’1”Westerly aspect views over open countryside and farmland, built-in wardrobes with sliding doors, single wall light point, radiator.

BEDROOM THREE - 8’3” x 8’ Window overlooking front of property, ceiling light, radiator.

SHOWER ROOM - 6’2” x 4’11” Northerly aspect views over rising farmland, ‘Charlotte’ white enamel suite, W.C bidet, corner fully tiled shower cubicle with sliding glass doors, curved fronted pedestal wash basin, tiled splashback, wall mirror with light, brass taps and shower fitments, inset ceiling light, ceiling extractor fan, radiator.

THE GROUNDS The cottage is approached over a long rising track leading to the wooden entrance gates. A few steps lead up from the driveway to a footpath towards the front entrance. The gardens lie primarily to the south of the property and are mainly laid to lawn with established bordering trees and shrubbery and flower beds. From the lawn a low level brick and flint wall has two central stone steps leading up to the terrace which can be accessed from the breakfast room. A pathway leads around to the rear of the property to the detached garden store room and to and elevated walled bank where the oil tank is located.

GARDEN UTILITY/STOREROOM Of brick and flint construction, this very useful outdoor facility accommodates many uses. It provides plumbing for a washing machine and has a useful butler sink and corner shower cubicle. Over the years it has been well used by the current owners after outdoor pursuits and sporting activities.

GARAGEThe single open barn-style garage lies beyond the cottage to the eastern side.

TO FIND THE PROPERTY: From the M27: take the A272 northbound to Alton. After passing through Corehampton and just after Wheely Down Road on the left, take the first driveway on the left hand side into Warnford House. Immediately veer right and follow the track to Gardeners Cottage.

TENURE: Freehold

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE: E


VIEWING: Strictly by appointment with Fine & Country Telephone 01243 487969

These particulars are set out as a general outline in accordance with the Property Misdescriptions Act (1991) only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Details are given without responsibility, and any intending purchasers, lessees or third parties should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to correctness of each of them.

We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested. All photographs, measurements, floor plans and distances referred to are given as a guide only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of carpets or any other fixtures or fittings. Gardens, roof terraces, balconies and communal gardens as well as tenure and lease details cannot have their accuracy guaranteed for intending purchasers. Lease details, service ground rent (where applicable) are given as a guide only and should be checked and confirmed by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

No person in the employment of Fine & Country has any authority to make representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT. Intending purchasers and lessees must satisfy themselves independently as to the incidence of VAT in respect of any transaction relating to this property.

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Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 21.05.2015

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