Quarry Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23

A charming five-bedroom home dating back to 1850 in the heart of the city with off-street parking and a garage. Plans are also available for an extension, please contact the office for info

Description

An Historic gem with modern touches and further extension possible – Welcome to Quarry Cottage.

Steeped in rich history and brimming with character, Quarry Cottage dates back to 1850, when it first served as a quarryman's home. Nestled in the prestigious St Giles Hill area, this captivating period property has been lovingly extended and sensitively modernised over the years – perfectly blending old-world charm with contemporary comfort.

The striking façade is a showstopper in itself. In 1905, under the direction of renowned architect and former Mayor of Winchester, Thomas Stopher, the cottage was given its handsome front elevation – a timeless statement that still turns heads today. Over the decades, thoughtful enhancements, including a spacious double garage and clever internal reconfigurations, have transformed this historic home into an inviting haven for modern family life.

Since acquiring the property in 1984, the current owners have continued the property’s evolution with thoughtful ideas and additions. Most recently, they have instructed a local architect to design a single-storey rear extension. The proposed works would open up the current kitchen and dining space into a light-filled kitchen, dining, and family area with direct access to the garden, alongside a utility room and WC. While not yet undertaken, this design could offer buyers the flexibility either to enjoy the house as it stands or to unlock its future potential with a ready-to-go scheme that would add significant lifestyle appeal and value.

The ground floor offers incredible flexibility: a sophisticated drawing room bathed in natural light from its beautiful bay window which faces south, a generous open-plan reception area stretching the full depth of the house, and a versatile fifth bedroom or home office with its own en suite. The charming dining room flows seamlessly from the well-appointed kitchen, while a practical utility room – with direct outdoor access – makes everyday life effortless.

Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms await, three with fitted wardrobes for optimal storage. A family bathroom and an additional sleek shower room add to the home's contemporary appeal, ensuring comfort and convenience in equal measure.

Beautifully versatile, this much loved home is perfectly suited to continue as a cherished family residence, yet equally ideal for those looking to downsize while still enjoying space to entertain and the convenience of city amenities on the doorstep, without feeling hemmed in. Quarry Cottage also offers an inspiring opportunity for buyers eager to make their mark, with generous scope to extend, remodel and/or modernise (subject to planning), creating a home that is unmistakably your own.

OUTSIDE
The landscaped gardens are a beautiful feature of Quarry Cottage. To the front of the property there is a gated entrance and extensive parking area with an attractive Rose Garden creating a practical and very welcoming approach. The rear garden is mostly laid to lawn and contains a variety of well-stocked borders, mature trees, and flowering plants for all year-round interest. Two separate terrace areas provide a sense of extreme privacy and seclusion offering ideal spaces to dine alfresco, entertain or simply relax.

The potential extension to the kitchen would occupy part of the existing terrace and create a wonderful open plan kitchen/breakfast/garden room that would lead on to the terrace and garden. By no means compromising the garden, the proposed extension would bring the outside in and seamlessly connect the house to the garden with views and an abundance of natural light.

Location

Quarry Road is famous for outstanding views south over Chilcomb Down and for being within the St. Giles Hill community, 0.5 miles from the Cathedral Streets and near to Winchester Sports and Leisure Park. The established setting contributes to a wonderful living environment with the practicalities of the city centre nearby for day-today amenities.

The vibrant cathedral city is within about 0.5 miles of the property where there is a pedestrianised high street containing a variety of shops, independent boutiques, restaurants, and recreational facilities such as the Theatre Royal, The Arc Discovery Centre, Library and local cinema. There are captivating walks through the cathedral streets leading to St. Catherine's Hill and the water meadows around St. Cross where walkers or cyclists can follow the Itchen Navigation south out of Winchester to local villages.

Winchester is well connected via road and rail with London Waterloo being around 60 minutes from the city's railway station. The M3 allows easy access to London and the South coast connecting with the M27 and Southampton Airport which serves a growing number of destinations worldwide. The A34 to the north provides access to Oxford, the Midlands and the A303 to the West Country.

Schooling in the area is highly regarded with a broad selection of private or comprehensive education, including St. Swithuns being 0.8 miles from the property. Winchester College (0.4 miles), Pilgrims (0.5 miles) and Peter Symonds sixth form college. Quarry Cottage is currently in catchment for the excellent Westgate School.

Square Footage: 2,001 sq ft



Additional Info

Mains services connected
Freehold
Council Tax Band F