Kings Worthy SO23

A RARE AND EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE AN EXTENSIVE AND VERSATILE PROPERTY THAT COMBINES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL LIVING.

This unique and charming five-bedroom detached property dates back to early 1800's and has been in the possession of the current owner for over 25 years. An attractive and versatile property that exudes potential and opportunity to improve and create one's own beautiful, bespoke home. This splendid property also has commercial class E planning use, which allows many diverse business uses including a gym, shop, restaurant ,offices and other types of commercial buildings. Making it an ideal space for those seeking to run a business while enjoying the comforts of home.

This well preserved substantial 1800's house features modern functionality, a flexible, substantial layout boasting in excess of 2200 sq ft and a desirable location offering both residential warmth and commercial potential, ideal for entrepreneurs, investors, or anyone wanting a dynamic living environment.

The inviting entrance hall leads to the sitting room at the front aspect complete with an impressive bay window and a fireplace. A well-proportioned dining room lies next to the modern kitchen/breakfast room offering polished fitted white cupboard units, ample work top space, a breakfast bar with seating and appealing views onto the alluring and expansive gardens. There is also a functional study/bedroom five, a shower room, and a useful store area. The ground floor is completed by a spacious drawing room/ commercial area that previously was a shop/post office benefitting from excellent road visibility, separate entrance, welcoming frontage and an abundance of glazing, flooding the living space with light that enhances the sense of openness, a standout location for any business.
The staircase leads to the first-floor landing, which gives access to the spacious principal bedroom with its own ensuite shower room and three further bedrooms benefiting from fitted wardrobe storage and are all served by a modern family bathroom. An additional study room completes the first floor accommodation.

GARDENS AND PARKING
To the front of the property is a carriage driveway and further parking to the side leading to the garage and a useful storage room behind. Set within beautiful, expansive gardens to the rear and side, the outdoor space is a true highlight of the property. A generous terrace area provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while sweeping lawns stretch out beyond, bordered by mature herbaceous shrubs that add colour, texture, and year-round interest. This serene garden offers both privacy and charm—ideal for relaxing, hosting, or simply enjoying the natural surroundings, with a gate leading through to a second delightful lawn area.

KINGS WORTHY AND SURROUNDING AREA
Living in Kings Worthy village, this substantial property also offers the best of both worlds: the peace and charm of village life as well as being within easy walking distance to all amenities including two excellent traditional pubs, Kings Worthy primary school, Eversley park and recreational grounds, a pharmacy, take away ,Tesco Express and post office. There is also a local farm shop and Café. Whether enjoying the local facilities, entertaining in the spacious living areas,  simply relaxing in the tranquil garden, or starting up a new business, this property truly provides a wonderful, comfortable lifestyle in one of Hampshire’s most sought-after locations.

Kings Worthy sits on the edge of the historic Cathedral City of Winchester surrounded by South Downs National Park. Tread the ancient Nun’s Walk footpath, part of the old Pilgrims Way, alongside the River Itchen all the way into the city centre. Kings Worthy enjoys excellent commuter links with direct access to the M3 motorway network, A34 and A33.
Only 3.5 miles from Winchester City Centre where you will enjoy award-winning pubs ,restaurants and bars. A plethora of boutique shops, café bars and well-equipped gyms, there is so much to enjoy in this City. Cultural and leisure facilities, a theatre, cinema, cosmopolitan High Street and renowned 'Square' are only a short drive away. Winchester is perfectly located for the commuter, family or professional, within a 1 hour commute of London Waterloo by train.
There is a good selection of local schools and there's both a regular bus service and quick access to road networks criss-crossing the county to provide easy connections to the host of private and state schools in Winchester and the wider area.