Braishfield, Romsey

Description:
A beautifully presented home comprising the wing of a Grade II Listed Georgian country manor house, tastefully and sympathetically improved by our clients to create a wonderful home providing a perfect blend of the old with the new.  Situated on a quiet country lane in this most desirable of villages and surrounded by stunning countryside, Braishfield Lodge East forms part of the original lodge dating back to the early 1800's and steeped in history.  Arranged over three floors, the accommodation is of generous and sensible proportions complemented by pleasant gardens to the front and rear with a separate small field just a few yards along the lane.

Location:
Braishfield is one of the area's most highly sought-after country villages, well known for its close-knit community spirit and famed for being the home of Wurzel Gummidge.  There are a range of traditional village conveniences including a high-achieving primary school, church, village hall, and an award-winning local community shop and delicatessen.  Close to the beautiful Test Valley and the world-renowned Hillier Gardens, it lies just north of the delightful market town of Romsey with a wide range of amenities and a train station.  Braishfield has a successful football club formed in 1907, one of the oldest strictly amateur clubs in England, a cricket club and two popular village pubs. The beautiful surrounding countryside is a must-see for both walkers and cyclists.

Accommodation:
On the ground floor you will find a large and pleasant sitting room approached through double doors from the hallway and centred on an impressive fireplace with inset wood burner.  French doors open into the garden and there is oak flooring which continues through into the hallway, adjoining with a cloakroom which, in turn, opens into a ground floor shower room with WC.  The separate dining room, with oak flooring and French doors to the private courtyard garden, has a door opening into the kitchen which has been refitted by Kutchenhaus and comprises a range of stylish contemporary units in contrasting colours housing integrated appliances including induction hob with built-in scales, double oven with warming drawer, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.  Adjoining the kitchen is a small lobby with door to the garden and cupboard housing the oil-fired central heating boiler (serviced October 2023).

On the first floor is a split-level landing with staircase to the second floor and access to the three double bedrooms all of which enjoy fine views.  In addition bedroom one has an excellent range of built-in wardrobes and bedroom two enjoys a double aspect and has a deep built-in heated cupboard.  The large family bathroom has a contemporary suite comprising panel enclosed bath, separate shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.  The fourth bedroom/study is on the second floor and benefits from ample eaves storage space.

Outside are delightful gardens on both sides of the property and both with gated access.  To the front there is a walled large courtyard attractively paved and a real suntrap so the ideal place for al-fresco dining whilst, to the rear, is a larger garden principally laid to lawn with well-stocked borders, additional patio and barbecue areas and summerhouse.  Running alongside the property is an abundantly planted lavender garden and parking for two cars, whilst a shared driveway provides access to the garage at the rear.  A particular feature is the small field which is a few yards along on the opposite side of the lane under which is the private drainage but which could be a play area for children or used for growing vegetables, planting fruit trees etc.

Test Valley Council Tax:
Band: F, Price: £2,905.55 for the year 2023/24