Orchard Dean, Alresford, SO24

The Property:
A low-maintenance, freshly redecorated, modern three bedroom home with the benefit of an integral garage and custom fitted stairlift to the upper ground and first floors. The house is located in a particularly secluded, yet extremely central position in the centre of Alresford, available exclusively to those over the age of 55. Pear Tree Cottage is perfectly positioned for access to the eclectic shopping facilities in the town centre, which is just a short walk away accessible via a direct and secure gate to West Street.

The front door is on the lower ground level, and opens to a spacious hallway, where there is a door to the integral garage. The upper ground floor is home to a lovely sitting room which takes advantage of the property's unique curvature, creating a stunning semi-circular room, with twin sets of French doors to the garden. There is a modern fitted kitchen with granite worksurfaces and integral appliances, the kitchen opens directly to the dining room. Folding doors from the dining room open to the lovely conservatory, which is located on the south side of the house and has French doors to the garden.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom sits above the sitting room so enjoys the semi-circular space and has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. The two further bedrooms both have built-in wardrobes and are served by the family bathroom.

Outside, the south-facing garden is designed to be low-maintenance, with central paving and small beds. There is a garden shed and outside tap and a gate in the wall leads to the top of the driveway and the visitors' parking area, from where a secure gate allows access to Bakehouse Yard and through to West Street in the town centre.

The Location:
Alresford is a beautiful Georgian town known for its variety of independent shops, restaurants and inns located in stunning surroundings on the edge of the South Downs National Park. Attractions include the Watercress steam railway, schools for infant, junior and secondary education, several churches and an active and inclusive community. The cathedral city of Winchester is about 7 miles away and there is easy access to the south coast, the midlands and London via the road network. There is also mainline rail access to London from both Winchester and Alton. Southampton airport is only about half an hour away by car.

Directions:
Leave Winchester in an easterly direction along the B3404 Alresford Road, after approximately 2 miles at the Percy Hobbs roundabout, take the first exit onto A31 towards Alresford. After approximately 4 miles, at the roundabout, take the first exit onto the B3047 Alresford Road. After approximately one mile, turn left into The Dean, then take the third right turning into Orchard Dean and the property will be found on the right hand side.

Tenure:
Managed freehold. An annual charge covers the maintenance of the road, front gardens, window cleaning, exterior decorating, buildings insurance and a sinking fund to cover future liabilities. The annual figure for 2025 is £4,120.76 and split into quarterly instalments. The annual ground rent is £339, split into 2 equal instalments. Orchard Dean is managed by Broadleaf Management Services.

Viewing:
Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents .

Services:
All services are mains connected.

Council Tax:
Band E - rates for 2025/26 £2,793.63 pa.

Parking - Garage