Upper Anstey Lane, Parish of Shalden, GU34

A superb detached family home of 1972 sq. ft. / 183.2 sq. m (excluding outbuildings) enjoying a tranquil setting in grounds of about three acres. This is an ideal home for an equestrian enthusiast or those desiring their own extensive private grounds. Internally, the spacious rooms offer a flexible layout with all reception areas set off an expansive reception hall. The impressive 19'5 / 5.9m sitting room has an open fire and there is further space and flexibility provided for by a separate family room and dining room. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of eye and base level cabinets and has a large airing cupboard (ideal for drying clothes). Importantly, there is a separate utility room with a door to outside. There are four bedrooms and a bathroom including a twin aspect principal bedroom with double doors opening out to the garden and an en suite bathroom. Of note, the energy efficiency of the property has been enhanced with the installation of double glazed windows, solar panels to complement the domestic hot water system and PV solar panels to generate electricity.

Outside

The grounds and paddocks are of particular note, extending in all to about 3 acres. A tarmac driveway from the lane provides ample parking and access to the garage and adjoining car port. An access way to one side provides a route to the paddocks. The gardens and grounds take full advantage of the mature setting with a variety of areas of interest together with a paved terrace set off the rear of the property. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with fine views over the paddocks towards the woodland beyond. To the rear of the garden, there is a stable block (with power) with two loose boxes and a tack room together with a separate stable outbuilding (with power and adjoining the vegetable garden). There are two paddocks (the first of about 1.5 acres and 2nd of about an acre) with inter connecting gates and post and rail fencing. A public footpath extends across the rear of the paddocks. A fence has been erected ahead of the footpath to ensure separation between the paddocks and the footpath.

Situation

The property occupies a very mature and secluded location. Upper Anstey Lane is a small no-through lane in-between the villages of Froyle and Shalden. It forms part of Shalden Parish and is about 1½ miles to the north of the historic market town of Alton. The surrounding countryside provides opportunity for many country pursuits. The historic market town of Alton has a good range of high street shops, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, M&S Simply Food, weekly and specialist markets, schooling for all age groups including Alton School, Eggar’s, Amery Hill and Alton College as well as a sports centre, two outlying golf courses and a mainline station to London Waterloo.