Ryebridge Lane, Upper Froyle, GU34

The property is believed to date from 1490 and is a very interesting village home with a fascinating history having originally been two cottages and also home to the village post office.

The property would benefit from some updating and retains all of its inherent character with exposed beams and Inglenook fireplaces, together with elevations of brick and stone with inset leaded light windows. The generous living accommodation is set off a large reception hall and includes a stunning drawing room with exposed beams and an Inglenook fireplace. There is also a large snug/study, which was originally the former Post Office and a spacious dining room, which also features an Inglenook fireplace. There is also a kitchen and cloakroom to the ground floor.

The first floor accommodation is of equal merit, comprising three double bedrooms and a family bathroom set off a large landing area. The bedrooms enjoy fine, elevated views over the surrounding garden to the open countryside beyond.

Outside

The cottage stands within attractive landscaped grounds providing a wonderful setting with areas of lawn, well stocked flower and shrub borders, a variety of fruit trees and a wealth of spring bulbs, together with lavender beds and a vegetable garden all set within mature mixed hedgerows. A series of stepping stones lead to an ideally positioned paved terrace set beneath a pergola. There are fine views from many parts of the garden towards the surrounding open countryside. Set towards the rear of the property is a well (covered) and associated pump and a garden store.

A private driveway provides ample parking and access to the garage to the front. In all the gardens and grounds extend to about 0.29 of an acre.

Situation

The cottage occupies an exceptional village location with distant views over the surrounding countryside. Much of the appeal of the village of Upper Froyle is its location amidst fine Hampshire countryside between the villages of Holybourne, Bentley and Binsted. The village has an active community and together with Lower Froyle, has two public houses, a church and a hall. The popular market towns of Alton and Farnham collectively provide a comprehensive range of facilities as well as mainline railway stations to London Waterloo. The A31 provides a link to the A3 and M3 providing a route to London, the south coast and beyond. The thriving market town of Alton has a good range of individual shops, including a Waitrose food shop and M&S, There is also schooling for all age groups, as well as a sixth form college and sports centre. There are primary schools in the neighbouring villages of Holybourne and Bentley.