Highfield, Southampton

Situated in a unique position within the heart of Highfield this individual detached residence offers versatile and flexible accommodation arranged over two floors and stands in an established plot in excess of one fifth of an acre.  In addition to the generous plot the accommodation is comprehensive and offers four bedrooms over two floors all of which are doubles which are complemented by a contemporary family bathroom.  Undoubtedly one of the property's stand out features is the impressive 22' 2" kitchen/dining room which offers immediate access onto a raised veranda overlooking the garden.  In addition there is a separate utility room as well as an attractive sitting room which centres on a feature log burner.  Externally the property continues to impress, not only due to the size of the grounds which enjoy a south westerly aspect but also for the advantage of the addition of a detached home office ideal for those working from home and also could have use for leisure facilities.  In addition, there is also a useful under house storage area ideal for the storage of leisure and garden equipment.  Due to the combination of features, individual nature and rare availability of this property type in the area, early viewings are recommended.

ENTRANCE HALL:
Obscure double glazed window and obscure double glazed entrance door. Picture railing. Radiator. Stairs rising to first floor landing. Wood flooring. Under stairs storage cupboard. Smooth plastered ceiling. Additional under stairs storage cupboard.

SITTING ROOM:
A superbly appointed room centring on a feature log burner with tiled hearth and a delightful square formed dual aspect window which is double glazed and provides a high degree of natural light. Feature radiator with a gloss finish. Smooth plastered ceiling. Wood flooring to complement the entrance hall.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:
Undoubtedly one of this property's stand out features is this particularly spacious area offers superb open plan family lifestyle environment with a high degree of natural light providing a real feeling of space. A comprehensive range of contemporary finished units include an integral two drawer dishwasher. A range of pan drawers with contrasting work surfaces over with one and a half bowl single drainer sink unit and swan neck mixer tap fitting. The substantial glass splash back is complemented by a stainless steel and glass chimney style extractor hood. Smooth plastered ceiling with recessed lighting. Double glazed window to side elevation. Further double glazed bay window to side elevation providing additional natural light into the dining area as well as suitable space for sofa. Further double glazed double doors leading to a covered veranda. Tiled flooring with under floor heating with separate zone control. Feature curved radiator. Open plan to utility room. Suitable space for large slot-in range style cooker which may be available by separate negotiation.  

UTILITY ROOM:
A comprehensive range of built-in units with both eye and base level cabinets, contrasting worktop and single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over. Additional double glazed window to side elevation and double glazed stable style door to rear elevation. Splash backs to worktop surfaces. In addition there is also floor to ceiling range of fitted cupboards as well as further integrated fridge/freezer. Smooth plastered ceiling with recessed halogen lighting. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating with separate zone control. Suitable space for plumbing and washing machine as well as tumble dryer.

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM:
Double glazed window to side elevation. Radiator. Wood flooring. Smooth plastered ceiling.

BEDROOM:
Double glazed window to side elevation. Radiator. Wood flooring. Smooth plastered ceiling.

BATHROOM:
Re-fitted in a contemporary style with panelled bath and separate shower over with rainfall style shower head, vanity hand basin unit with rectangular sink and storage under and concealed cistern low level w.c. with dual flush control. Two obscure double glazed windows. Tiled flooring with separately zoned and controlled underfloor heating. Chrome finish towel rail/radiator combination. Additional storage cupboard. Tiled wall surfaces.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Access to loft space. A range of built-in cupboards providing additional storage with further access to eaves storage space. The loft benefits from storage boarding and is insulated.

BEDROOM ONE:
Double glazed dormer. Feature radiator. Smooth plastered ceiling. Two wall light points. Built-in storage cupboards.

BEDROOM TWO:
Double glazed dormer window. Radiator. Smooth plastered ceiling. Access to eaves storage space.

OUTSIDE:
Unusually the property benefits from two vehicular access points from two different parts of Roselands Gardens. The grounds of the property are undoubtedly a particular feature and it is incredibly unusual to find a plot of this size in this part of Highfield. The grounds exceed one fifth of an acre (0.22 of an acre) and there is parking for numerous vehicles as well as a DETACHED GARAGE with up and over door and an attached carport. The parking and drive area is laid to a stone finish and there are sleeper retained planted borders with mature established shrubs and trees and in addition there is also further screening trees and fence enclosures. Extensive patio area as well as extensive lawn area. The grounds envelope the property with further tiered sleeper retained areas to one elevation with further concrete hardstanding to the rear elevation. Outside lighting. To the last elevation of the gardens is a superb addition to the property by the current owners in the form of a substantial HOME OFFICE which could have alternative leisure uses.  Double glazed windows as well as double glazed bi-fold doors to one elevation with a sandstone patio trimmed with railway sleepers.  Further lawned areas as well as further planted areas with sleeper retiained walls.  In addition to the garden there is a raised veranda style deck directly accessed via the kitchen/dining room approached by a shallow flight of steps leading to the entrance porch.  

COUNCIL TAX
Southampton City Council
BAND:       E
CHARGE:  £2,636.32
YEAR:       2024/2025