Church Lane, Awbridge, Romsey

Location:
The village of Awbridge is situated approximately four miles northwest of the market town of Romsey and is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Test Valley making it one of the most desirable places to live in the region.  A popular primary school is in the village and there is a wide range of renowned schools in the area in both the public and private sectors.  Romsey itself offers an excellent range of shops, bars and restaurants, in addition to good transport links throughout the region via the M3/M27 motorway network, and public transport connections to Salisbury, Winchester and Southampton.

Description:
A beautiful, sympathetically renovated and extended Victorian cottage full of charm and delight, with an enchanting and captivating interior extending to over 2,100 square feet that can be easily adapted to suit a wide range of lifestyles from downsizers to families alike.  The ground floor is particularly spacious and has a lovely flow connecting with the outside to create wonderful social spaces for relaxation and entertaining.  Rose Cottage also enjoys a prime position in a quiet country lane in the desirable village of Awbridge just a few minutes' drive from the historic market town of Romsey, whilst the cities of Southampton, Winchester and London are readily accessible by road and rail.

Accommodation:
The main entrance brings you into a welcoming hallway which, in turn, opens into the sitting room with bay window to the front, wood burner, and stairs to the first floor.  The hallway leads on to the attractive kitchen/breakfast room which has a range of units with granite worktops over and integrated appliances to include induction hob, electric double oven, dishwasher, American style fridge/freezer and water softener.  Adjoining the kitchen and overlooking the garden is a stunning orangery/dining room from which a space-saving dresser door opens into a contemporary lounge, a creative addition by our client which has a large lantern window and tri-folding doors opening into a private enclosed courtyard garden.  Completing this part of the ground floor is a very useful double bedroom with built-in wardrobe and a gorgeous en-suite with walk-in shower, vanity unit with inset wash basin, WC, and integrated storage.  The remaining ground floor accommodation is accessed via the sitting room and a small sun room, and comprises the former utility room and garage which have been cleverly converted into a study, utility area, cloakroom and studio, and are ideal for home-working, children's playroom, relaxation etc but would also make an ideal self-contained annexe with some minor alterations.

The first floor accommodation continues in a similar vein with a spacious landing that includes an open area presently used as a snug but which could be used as an occasional bedroom or enclosed to create a permanent fourth bedroom.  The large master bedroom, formed from two smaller double bedrooms, has excellent built-in storage, a wash stand, and enjoys a double aspect to both the front and rear.  The second bedroom is another double room, again with excellent built-in storage, and the first floor is served by another sumptuously fitted bathroom with a stylish contemporary suite comprising bath with centre taps and shower over, wash basin and WC with integrated storage, and decorative complementary tiling.

Outside:
To the front of the property is an expansive drive with parking for at least three to four cars with neat dwarf-hedge borders, low-level brick wall with miniature conifer privacy screen, a mature monkey puzzle tree, concealed oil tank, and gated access into the private courtyard garden adjoining the extended lounge at the side.  The rear garden is fully enclosed and totally private, and principally laid to lawn with a large raised decking area and separate shingle patio adjoining the orangery both of which are ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining.  Concealed at the side of the property is a log store and garden storage area, along with garden shed and the oil-fired central heating boiler.  The garden is a particular feature and perfectly complements the wonderful, elegant interior.

Test Valley Council Tax:
Band: F, Price: £2,984.28 for the year 2024/25