Lights Lane, Alderbury, Wiltshire, SP5

A substantial and handsome Victorian house, set back behind woodland, with commanding views.


Description

This handsome Victorian house was built at the end of the 19th Century, positioned outside the village of Alderbury. The house is protected by private woodland on one side, with far reaching countryside views from the back.

The internal accommodation of the main house extends to approximately 5,939ft², set over three floors. The impressive double height entrance hall, with stone flagged floor, leads to the snug, study and a corridor connecting the rest of the house. A guest cloakroom is under the staircase, whilst a secondary set of stairs lead down to the wine cellar, with capacity for about 500 bottles.

The snug has wonderful ceiling heights, oak parquet flooring, a fireplace and French doors with side lights which lead to the terrace and garden beyond. A pair of internal doors on parliament hinges connect to the adjoining drawing room, with similar period features and a bay window; further French doors lead out to the terrace.

The well-appointed kitchen has a combination of floor and wall mounted cupboards, with an integrated dishwasher and a gas AGA. The island has an induction hob and granite surface. The large study has built in cabinetry and a delightful box window with a seat. The dining room was extended by the current owners, who added a bay window, which allowed them to entertain on a grander scale. The room further benefits from a fire place and tall ceilings.
The boot room and utility have plenty of storage. The pantry has large built in cupboards, a sink and space for an under counter fridge. To the north end of the house, a former external yard has been enclosed and provides a number of useful storage rooms, the boiler room and a WC. There is ladder access to further storage above.
The landing on the first floor leads to the principal bedroom with lovely views overlooking the garden. There is an adjoining dressing area and an ensuite with an enclosed shower, separate bath, twin sinks and a WC. There are a further four double bedrooms on the first floor. Two share a ‘Jack and Jill’ shower room. The large family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms with an enclosed shower, sink, bath, bidet and WC. All the bedrooms have outstanding views.
The second floor is located in the eaves, with two further bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom.
OUTBUILDINGS
The Coach House was completely renovated by the current owners. The games room has a double height ceiling and underfloor heating. There is a kitchenette with sink and door leading out to the swimming pool area. A separate guest WC and shower room. The stairs lead to a mezzanine level, perfect for a gym or yoga area, with a further two rooms beyond that could be used as guest bedrooms.
The garage has two large bays, one with an inspection pit. Above is the annexe with a kitchen, bedroom and en suite with bath, sink and a WC.

OUTSIDE
The house is approached through a secluded woodland driveway off Light’s Lane. There are electric gates leading into a large gravel driveway with ample parking for many cars. The garden is predominantly lawn with beautiful borders and native hedges, with lovely rural views beyond. The tennis court is to the north of the house behind the Coach house. The heated swimming pool is nearby and enclosed by a garden wall. The owners have re-purposed the original stable doors from the Coach House to use as garden gates. There are two external storage rooms for tools and garden machinery.

Location

High Trees sits on the edge of the village of Alderbury in an outstanding rural location, 4 miles to the south east of Salisbury. Alderbury is a sought-after village with local amenities including a primary school, two pubs and a local delicatessen. The surrounding countryside is well known for its beauty and both the New Forest and Cranborne Chase are close by.

Salisbury is an historic Cathedral City and provides a comprehensive range of shopping, dining and cultural amenities and has a direct train service to London Waterloo (from 88 minutes).

The A303 and M27 provide good road access to London, Southampton and the wider south of England.

The area is renowned for its first class schooling. Around Salisbury these include: Chafyn Grove, The Cathedral School, Godolphin, Bishop Wordsworth's and South Wilts Grammar School. Further afield there are Farleigh, Port Regis, Sandroyd, Bryanston, Sherborne, Winchester and Marlborough.

The area is very popular for the country sports enthusiast with fishing on the River Avon and its tributaries, good shoots and an abundance of walking and riding over a network of footpaths and bridleways. There is horse racing at Salisbury.
All distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,939 sq ft



Directions

DIRECTIONS – SP5 3DS
Exit the A36 to Whaddon. Follow signs to Alderbury along the Southampton Road heading northwest, then turn west onto Light’s Lane. The driveway is approximately 300 metres up the lane on the south side of the road.

Additional Info

TENURE
Freehold LOCAL AUTHORITY
Wiltshire Council SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil heating and the AGA in the main house. Gas canisters for the Annexe. Air Source Heat Pump for swimming pool.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Please note that, unless specifically mentioned, all fixtures and fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale. OUTGOINGS
The property is subject to Council Tax Band H VIEWING Strictly by appointment with sole agents Savills.