Hill Brow, Liss, Hampshire

LOCATION: Hill Brow is a highly desirable Hampshire hamlet, sited within the South Downs National Park and it is conveniently located 1 mile southwest of Rake, 0.5 miles southeast of Liss and 3 miles northeast of Petersfield.

With acres of open countryside and extensive forests on the doorstep and with many miles of public pathways and bridleways to explore, this is an excellent spot for an active family or those seeking a broad range of local outdoor pursuits.

There is a well-regarded village pub within a comfortable walk, whilst the larger village of Liss is just under a mile away and provides shops for all day-to-day needs, a mainline railway station (Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterloo) and schools for infants and juniors.

The A3 bypasses the village providing quick access to the south coast and also to the M25 and London to the north. The opening of the Hindhead tunnel has enhanced the attraction of this sought-after location, often enticing those wishing to move out from the traditional commuter belt and suburbs but still being able to return there for work. The other nearby towns of Petersfield, Liphook, Alton and Haslemere are all easily accessible and offer good shopping facilities plus a choice of comprehensive schools as well as a great selection of private schools. The other nearby towns of Petersfield, Alton and Haslemere are all easily accessible, as are the cities of Chichester and Portsmouth.

DESCRIPTION: A substantial and well-appointed detached family home, with a wonderful garden and nestled in a prime leafy location on a private road.

Approaching from the front, a covered door leads into the main entrance hallway, where one can access the sitting room and in turn the dining room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and W.C., in addition to stairs to the first floor landing with a useful storage cupboard underneath.

The sitting room enjoys a double aspect with an attractive outlook across the gardens to the front and side. There is a smart open fireplace which makes for an attractive focal point. A large opening leads through to the dining room. Both reception rooms feature polished wooden parquet flooring. The dining room also has a double-aspect with French doors leading out onto a sunny terrace on the side of the house. An internal door leads through to the family room and then back to the main hallway. A generous kitchen/breakfast room runs from front to back and so enjoys a double aspect, with stylish Tri-fold doors opening out onto a rear terrace. The kitchen has a light and modern feel and is fitted out with Neff appliances and ample cupboard space, including a walk-in larder. A door leads into the integral garage and a separate utility room provides more space and plumbing for additional appliances.

On the first floor a landing provides access to all five bedrooms and there are several storage cupboards. The principle bedroom has its own dressing room with fitted wardrobes and its own en-suite, which is generously proportioned and kitted out with a large shower enclosure as well as a bath, plus dual sinks and a W.C.

There are four further double bedrooms, which all feature built-in wardrobes. One of them has an en-suite, featuring a large shower enclosure, sink and W.C.

OUTSIDE: The property is situated a short distance along a private road and is well screened from its immediate neighbours, with mature trees and high hedging. The driveway is gated and provides ample parking for several vehicles, as well as access to the garage and to the main entrance. There is a generous front garden, mainly laid to lawn, which extends around the side of the house and onto the rear. At the back, the garden is chiefly laid to lawn, with attractive planting and bedding. A large paved terrace runs along the rear of the house, which makes for a great entertaining space and there is a further decked area by a small pond which provides an attractive seating area. There is also an outside bar at the rear of the house and a hot-tub.

The property is traditionally brick built and is on mains services with private drainage.
The EPC rating is TBC and the council tax band is G. The local authority is East Hampshire District Council and the property is within South Downs National Park. For information on estimated broadband speeds and mobile phone coverage for the property, please see the OFCOM website and enter the property postcode which is GU33 7QE. The specific address is Southlands.