Kimpton House, Kimpton, Andover, Hampshire, SP11

Quietly set back from a country lane, along a long meandering driveway in the picturesque village of Kimpton, which sits within Kimpton Down, stands this mid-century family home set in gardens, paddocks and woodland of approximately 9 acres. The property presents a wealth of opportunity for those looking for either a redevelopment or refurbishment project.

Quietly set back from a country lane, along a long meandering driveway in the picturesque village of Kimpton, which sits within Kimpton Down, stands this mid-century family home set in gardens, paddocks and woodland of approximately 9 acres. The property presents a wealth of opportunity for those looking for either a redevelopment or refurbishment project. Historically the current owners aquired planniung permission to redevelope the house and convert the workshop.

Within the village is St Peter and St Paul Church dating back to 1222 and along the lane upon which the property is found, is the Welcome Stranger pub. There are many accessible walks close at hand which meander across Kimpton Down. Kimpton is an attractive rural village from which one can access major roads and rail networks as well towns and cities with relative ease.

A long drive sweeps through the attractive grounds arriving at a parking area at the front of the property. Beneath a covered porchway the front door opens into a spacious entrance hall off which lie the principal reception areas. Immediately either side of the entrance hall are the office and sitting room. The drawing room is found at the rear of the property enjoying double aspect southerly views over the grounds that lie beyond as well as providing direct access onto a large terrace that extends across the rear of the property. A dining area conveniently lies between the drawing room and kitchen. Beyond the kitchen a passageway which offers another access point into the sitting room but also leads to a storeroom and at the far end a Play/Games room.
The bedrooms, many of which having attractive views over the gardens and grounds, are reached via a staircase in the entrance hall. There are six bedrooms that lie either side of a centralized landing and served by two family bathrooms.

Gardens and Grounds and Outbuildings

The mature gardens lie to the south of the property and are interspersed with mature flower beds, shrubs and trees. There is also an above ground swimming pool located to the side of the property. Beyond, lie paddocks that are bound by post and rail fencing. To the side of the garden and paddocks is a woodland with private paths meandering through. Near to house are four stables as well as a large workshop. Historically, the current owners received planning to convert this into annexed accommodation.

Kimpton is located in North Hampshire and like many of the villages in this part of the world, denote the quintessential charm of a rural village. That said, its proximity and ability to access major road and rail networks one feels very connected. Whilst day to day shopping needs can be met in nearby Andover, the Cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester are accessible where there are more shops, boutiques and restaurants. There are many walks and trails, some of which can be accessed from the house, but the surrounding countryside and villages are a joy to be discovered. The area is blessed with excellent state and private schools as well as Sixth Form Colleges and Universities in both Winchester and Salisbury