Well House, Beech, Hampshire

Well House, Beech - A Captivating Family Home

Tucked away at the top of a quiet lane in the popular village of Beech, just outside Alton, the handsome, traditional frontage of Well House barely hints at the luxurious and unexpectedly exotic retreat within.

Originally part of the local farm estate, this stunning 8,000 sq ft house sits in a tranquil plot of just over half an acre. Built in 2014 with vision and meticulous care, it has been transformed into a captivating family home.

The house boasts six large bedrooms and seven bathrooms over three floors, a reception hall, formal drawing room, dining room, an open plan kitchen/family room, a home office, cinema room, prep kitchen, utility/boot room and pantry. There is also a separate granny annexe/apartment comprising a bedroom, bathroom and sitting room.

The garden and grounds include a sunny, south-facing garden, a glorious heated swimming pool, a summer house, hot tub, ornamental pond and an expansive dining terrace for outdoor entertaining. Adjoining the house is a superb triple car garage plus a sizeable storage room.

Well House has been meticulously maintained and is offered in immaculate, move-in condition with no chain.


A Striking Entrance

Discreetly hidden behind hedges, the private gravel drive leads to a parking area for numerous vehicles as well as easy level access to both the front and back doors of the house.

The original well house, after which the house and the lane are both named, sits tucked in the corner, creating a picturesque backdrop to the avenue of fragrant rose trees leading to the entry porch.

The front door opens into a dramatic triple-height hallway with a central open staircase giving the space an architectural statement and a gracious, welcoming appeal.

Solid oak flooring feels warm underfoot thanks to the underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, powered by a cost-efficient air source heat pump. The house has been super insulated and all the windows are double-glazed to keep it warm and comfortable in all seasons as well as ensuring it is highly energy efficient.


Heart of the Home

Step into the heart of this extraordinary home, where the wide hallway flows into a show-stopping open-plan kitchen, dining, and family room. Two sets of expansive bifold doors invite you out onto a sun-soaked terrace, perfectly positioned to overlook the south-facing garden, sparkling swimming pool, and elevated woodland views beyond.

The bespoke oak kitchen features handmade units with a combination of Quartz and wood worktops, limestone tiled floors, a sociable central island with a breakfast bar, and all the mod cons, including a gas hob, double oven, dishwasher, and a large wine fridge.

The dining area is generously proportioned, making it ideal for both family meals and informal entertaining. The adjoining family room, with its impressive floor-to-ceiling bifold doors, offers ample space for relaxing and enjoying the views. On sunny days, the doors can be fully opened, effortlessly connecting the interior to the terrace and garden beyond.


The Ultimate in Practicality & Convenience

Adjoining the main kitchen, the large prep kitchen is a dream for keen cooks and enthusiastic entertainers. This superbly equipped space features two additional ovens, a warming drawer, a second dishwasher, and a sink, making it the ultimate 'backstage' area for hosting events with ease and elegance.

Adding to its appeal is an enviable walk-in pantry, perfect for keeping your kitchen both organised and fully stocked. A separate utility/boot room enhances functionality, while a downstairs shower room provides a practical spot for freshening up after a swim in the pool.

Practicality is seamlessly integrated with internal access to the garage and two back doors, offering easy access to both the terrace and the driveway, ensuring effortless living and entertaining.


Entertaining in Style

Across the hallway lies a sophisticated formal dining room, offering ample space for a large dining table. This elegant setting is perfect for everything from intimate family meals to hosting grand dinner parties in style.

Double doors connect the dining room to the impressive drawing room, a light-filled space designed for both comfort and elegance. South-facing windows flood the room with natural light and frame picturesque views of the garden and woods beyond.

A grand fireplace adds timeless sophistication, while the room's generous proportions allow for versatile arrangements. Patio doors provide seamless access to the garden.

Near the front entrance, a private study offers a quiet retreat for working from home.

Completing the ground floor are a chic guest cloakroom and a spacious walk-in cloakroom.


A Sumptuous Master Suite

On the first floor, off the spacious galleried landing, is a sumptuous master suite. The substantial master bedroom boasts a balcony with a wonderful view out over the garden and woodland.

There is an opulent, walk-through dressing room with four impressive banks of designer wardrobe space and a luxurious en suite bathroom with a bath and shower, as well as a separate loo.


Spacious Slumber

Three further bedrooms on the first floor are all generous, airy doubles with green views, all en suite and with ample wardrobe storage-ideal for families or guests.

Also on this floor is the entrance to the one-bedroom apartment/annexe which would work well for grandparents, adult children, a nanny or staff. The apartment comprises a large bedroom, a sitting room and an en suite bathroom.


Cinema Room with a Clubhouse Vibe

The top floor offers two good-sized double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a fabulous cinema room.

Wood panelling and a purpose-built cocktail bar (with drinks fridge, sink and dishwasher) give the room a cultured clubhouse vibe, enhanced by the remote-controlled cinema screen. Velux Cabrio Balcony windows open right up to make the most of the stunning views over the pool and garden.


Glorious Garden & Grounds

Outside the kitchen is the wraparound dining terrace facing South for maximum sunshine. It has space for large tables and sofas, creating plenty of options for eating, entertaining and relaxing.

The fabulous hot tub offers year-round enjoyment. The stunning swimming pool evokes the ambiance of an exclusive resort, surrounded by manicured lawns with space for sunbeds. The pool is gas heated, with a discreetly concealed underground electric rigid safety cover.

Beyond the pool is an ornamental fish pond, and at the end of the garden sits an enchanting summer house. The immaculate garden is largely laid to lawn and surrounded by hedging, making it both private and easy to maintain.

The integral triple garage provides secure parking with internal access to the house. There is additional driveway parking for several vehicles. The sizeable outside storage room next to the garage is ideal for terrace furniture. In the front garden, opposite the front door, stands the original well house, accompanied by an avenue of fragrant rose trees.


Love Where You Live

Well House benefits from being at the end of a quiet, no-through road. Countryside walks are moments away. A short walk leads to a village football pitch and a children's playground. The village hall offers yoga, pilates, dance, art classes and a bridge club.

Alton is less than 10 minutes away, with independent boutiques, restaurants, and a sports centre. Trains from Alton to London Waterloo take just over an hour.

For families, there's a choice of 'Good' or 'Outstanding' local schools. The Butts Primary School is a five-minute drive; Amery Hill is seven minutes. Independent schools nearby include Lord Wandsworth College, Winchester College and St Swithun's.


Overview

Circa 8,000 sq ft of sumptuous accommodation

Private, tranquil 0.5 acre plot with elevated woodland views

7 bedrooms (5 en suite)

8 bathrooms

Spectacular triple-height reception hall

Grand open-plan kitchen/dining/family room with garden views

Large formal drawing room and dining room

Quiet study/home office

Cinema/club room with cocktail bar and drop-down screen

1-bedroom annexe/apartment with sitting room and bathroom

Prep kitchen, walk-in pantry, utility/boot room

Immaculate, move-in condition with no chain


Garden & Grounds

Extensive wraparound dining terrace

Luxurious gas-heated swimming pool with electric rigid safety cover

Hot tub

Manicured, south-facing lawned garden, fully fenced

Enchanting summer house

Ornamental fish pond

Integral triple garage and additional storage room

Private gravel driveway with ample parking

Original well house and rose tree avenue


Services

Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage

Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor (air source heat pump)

Gas central heating on 1st and 2nd floors

Air conditioning in master suite, annexe and club room

Megaflo hot water system

BT Broadband up to 66MB

Council Tax Band H

Monitored alarm and CCTV system


Location

Peaceful no-through road in popular village setting

Walks and countryside trails on the doorstep

Village playground, football pitch and active community hall

Under 10 minutes to Alton with shops, restaurants and sports centre

Trains from Alton to London Waterloo in just over an hour

Range of local 'Good' and 'Outstanding' state schools

Excellent local independent schools