East Cholderton, Andover, Hampshire

Downfield is a unique and stylish home located within the pretty village of East Cholderton. Set around a central courtyard, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside this is a fabulous, vibrant home with a contemporary feel.

Built in 2004 by the previous owners, the traditional brick and flint exterior to the southern elevation opens into an impressive dining room with floor to ceiling glass giving access to all accommodation across the inner courtyard. The current owner has created a tranquil haven of ornamental planting and seating areas to enjoy this delightful and secluded space. From the dining room is an elegant drawing room, with extra high ceilings and feature light oak beams, a log burner, picture windows and french doors making this a fabulous space for entertaining. The kitchen, recently refurbished, has stylish units, integrated Miele appliances, granite worktops and a useful oak breakfast bar for day to day living. The family room is a lovely space to enjoy the terrace and gardens beyond, with bi-fold doors leading to the garden.

There are five double bedrooms in total, all but one benefitting from stylish and contemporary en-suite shower rooms. Of particular note is the principal suite, overlooking and giving access to the inner courtyard, there is a dressing area which has an array of fitted wardrobes and a spacious en-suite shower room and vaulted ceiling.

The current owner has gone to great lengths to create a private retreat, the garden and outside areas have been created to make the best use of space for both storage and entertaining alike. Approached via a five-bar gate, the five bay oak garage is situated to the left hand side. A further open sided oak barn with parking for three cars is situated at the other end giving the large gravel driveway entrance a courtyard like feel. A studio is attached and offers an excellent opportunity to use as a home office or gym as the need presents itself. With 2.25 acres in total there is plenty of space with the garden predominantly laid to lawn, beautiful shrubs and ornamental trees as well as flower borders of lavender and hydrangeas. The south facing terrace is ideally positioned and suited to al-fresco dining making this an excellent addition to the home. The paddock area has its own separate five bar gated access when required.

East Cholderton is a charming village forming part of a close-knit community of villages including Amport and Monxton. Andover and Grateley offer regular direct train services to London Waterloo. The A303 gives access to the West Country and the national motorway network.There are a number of excellent independent and state Schools nearby including Farleigh, Godolphin and St Swithuns as well as local schools at Kimpton, Amport and Grateley. Local pursuits including golfing, chalk stream fishing on the River Test, footpaths and bridleways are all easily accessable nearby.