Cricket Close, Crawley, SO21

The Property:

A beautifully extended four-bedroom family home offering the perfect blend of peaceful country living and easy access to city life. Set on the edge of a quiet cul-de-sac in the picturesque Hampshire village of Crawley, this warm and welcoming home is just 10 minutes from Winchester and within easy reach of excellent schools, countryside walks, and much more. This spacious home is thoughtfully arranged over three floors, offering flexible living ideal for growing families or those seeking a second home in the heart of Hampshire.

On the ground floor, a welcoming entrance hall leads into the stunning open-plan kitchen/dining/living area, which wraps around into a cosy sitting room with a feature fireplace, perfect for relaxed evenings. A door leads to an inner hallway with space for a desk or reading nook. New, sleek bi-fold doors open from the dining area onto the garden, flooding the space with natural light and creating a seamless flow between indoors and out, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Also on the ground floor is a handy cloakroom and a separate utility/boot room with side access. Upstairs, the first floor offers two generous double bedrooms, a stylish family bathroom, and a third room currently used as a walk-in wardrobe/dressing room, which could easily be converted into a single bedroom or nursery. The top floor is home to the principal suite, a calm and spacious retreat with built-in wardrobes, a Juliet balcony, and a beautifully finished ensuite shower room.

Outside, the private and unoverlooked garden is a true highlight. Framed by mature hedging, stunning roses and lavender and thoughtful planting, it features three distinct seating and dining areas, making it the perfect space to relax, play, or entertain. A modern outbuilding houses a home office/family room, home gym, shower room, and a covered entertaining area with a bar, ideal for summer parties or teenage hangouts. A large storage shed and bike store add practical touches, and a generous driveway provides ample off-street parking.

The Location:

Located in the highly sought-after village of Crawley, Bramley Cottage is just a short stroll from the award-winning Fox pub, the village cricket club, and miles of picturesque walking and cycling trails. The village itself is wonderfully active, with a welcoming community and a range of groups, including a cricket club, book club, amateur dramatics, cycling and rambling groups, and a lovely local church. Just ten minutes away, Winchester offers a vibrant blend of heritage and culture, with bustling cafés, independent shops, fine restaurants, and its famous cathedral. The delightful town of Stockbridge, only a few miles away, offers boutique shopping, gastropubs, fly fishing on the River Test, and clay pigeon shooting. A large Waitrose lies just past the five-star Lainston House Hotel, only a short drive away. The village has a warm and inclusive feel, with a shared games room/library, and for older teens and guests, a village tavern offering a changing menu of gastropub-style food, another welcoming space where the community comes together. It's a wonderful spot to build lasting "home friends", and a place children look forward to returning to on weekends, holidays, and half-terms. The property is ideally situated for families seeking top-tier education; Prep schools such as Twyford, Farleigh, and The Pilgrims' School are nearby, with school buses running from the village. For older children, St. Swithun's, Godolphin, and Winchester College are all within easy reach, while Peter Symonds College and Sparsholt College offer outstanding sixth form and vocational education options close to home.

Directions:

Leave Winchester via Stockbridge Road. Pass the Waitrose store and continue past Sparsholt College. Drop down the hill and at the crossroads turn right towards Crawley. Follow the road into the village of Crawley. At the village duck pond turn left. Proceed up Peach Hill Lane passing The Fox, turning right into Hacks Lane, Cricket close will be found after a short distance on the right-hand side, identified by our 'For Sale' board.

Viewing:

Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents .

Services:

Private drainage by way of a communal treatment plant, run by the local council. All other mains services are connected.

Council Tax:

Band E - rate for 2025/26 £2,724.65 pa.

Parking - Driveway