Field House, Bishops Sutton Road, Alresford

A striking brick and flint Victorian property sitting on a sizeable 1.75 acre plot with stunning views over the Arle Valley. There is substantial scope to remodel and extend the property, and to make the most of its unique position on the edge of Alresford, with the possibility of purchasing additional land from the owners. There is a large outbuilding measuring 42 x 11 ft, which is currently used as an office and storage.

With its beautiful rural location, Field House has the benefit of having a country feel, whilst being just a 10 minute walk into the centre of Alresford. There are regular bus services from the road outside to Winchester, Four Marks, Alton and into Alresford itself.  

The house is approached from the driveway. with the front door opening into a large entrance hall, from where an oak staircase leads up to the first floor. A door leads to a sizeable sitting/drawing room, which has a fireplace and windows overlooking the garden. Off the hall, is a study and a snug room, which has a bay window to the front. The fitted kitchen includes a range cooker, and gas boiler, and leads through to a wonderful dining/sitting room extension, with French doors onto the garden. There is a semi-circular conservatory, which is in need of upgrading, a utility room and cloak/shower room. 

Upstairs, there is a large landing with a long corridor to bedrooms 2, 3 and 4, all of which are double bedrooms. The main bedroom is a generous double room with twin built-in wardrobes. The bathroom has a white suite. 

Outside, the gardens roll down the valley, with lovely views of the river and countryside beyond. The majority of the gardens are laid to lawn, with a selection of mature trees and shrubs, and ample space for croquet, tennis, etc. 

Alresford is a beautiful Georgian town known for its variety of independent shops, restaurants and inns located in stunning surroundings on the edge of the South Downs National Park. Attractions include the Watercress steam railway, schools for infant, junior and secondary education, several churches and an active and inclusive community. The cathedral city of Winchester is about 7 miles away and there is easy access to the south coast, the midlands and London via the road network. There is also mainline rail access to London from both Winchester and Alton. Southampton airport is only about half an hour away by car.