Micheldever, Hampshire

THE PROPERTY Bradley House is a beautiful traditional Georgian farmhouse, set in immaculate gardens, and with the added benefit of a self-contained contemporary detached annexe.

It is set within the parish of Micheldever, located on the Basingstoke Road between Micheldever and Woodmancott. Micheldever village is just four miles away where the village centre has a convenience store, Micheldever CofE Primary School, and St Mary's Church (which boasts origins dating from both the c13th and c16th!).

A sweeping drive welcomes you to the property, where the original oak door opens to a gracious hallway.

The Drawing Room has an open fire set within a brick hearth under an oak mantle. The room has striking features not least of which is the wonderful wall of exposed flint which, along with exposed bricks and beams resonate warmth and character throughout the property.

The Sitting Room is a cosy room featuring double aspect of windows overlooking the gardens and woodburning stove.

The beautiful Dining Room (currently used as a further living room) also features beautiful exposed brick and flint detail, and benefits from an open fire inset into a brick hearth with a painted wooden mantlepiece surround. From here there is a useful side door leading to the Utility room, which in turn links back to the kitchen.

The farmhouse-style kitchen is warm and welcoming, with an Aga, which heats the hot water (there is an immersion heater for when the AGA is turned off) and room for a good sized breakfast table. This leads to the Scullery and Utility Room, a door to the cellar, and there is a useful cloakroom..

And so to bed! The spacious first floor landing has a large window overlooking the front garden and drive. The Principal Bedroom overlooks the rear garden, has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room which also benefits from a large built in cupboard, which also houses the immersion heater for the hot water when the AGA may be switched off.

Bedroom Two is a beautiful room with a large window overlooking the garden. As with downstairs, it also has a wall of exposed brick and flint, and a cast iron fireplace inset into a brick fireplace. There are two further double bedrooms on this floor along with the family bathroom.

Upstairs, the second floor leads to an additional bedroom/study and a large attic room ideal for use as a playroom or for easily accessible storage.

ANNEXE: Outside, there is a detached one bedroomed contemporary single storey annexe built in 2007. A gravelled drive with parking leads to the covered entrance and into the hallway. From here, there is a fabulous triple aspect 18' sitting/dining room with wooden floors under an attractive vaulted ceiling. A partly partitioned opening leads into the well fitted kitchen area, which has a window overlooking the rear garden and an additional Velux window overhead fills the room with light.

There is a large double bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and a modern shower room. The Annexe has a separate boiler to the main house, with its own oil tank and a Council Tax banding of A.

GARDENS AND PARKING:

The gardens and grounds are approx 1.24 acres. The main entrance to Bradley House is from the Basingstoke Road, from where a shared open drive leads around and into the gate to Bradley House. Here the drive splits to the right for the garage and parking area, or continues to the house, annexe, and also through to a separate private gated entrance to the property.

The front garden has a deep lawn to the far side of the drive, edged with mature hedging shielding the property from the road. The detached oak framed garage, car port and log store were added in 2017.

The side and rear gardens are a joy with mature roses, shrubs, and manicured trees offering the perfect setting for enjoying summer evenings. The gardens lead through to the separate area behind a five bar gate, ideal for children to run and play or for vegetable gardens.


THE PROPERTY:

Construction: Whilst we are not surveyors and a formal survey if carried out can confirm, we understand the property to be of traditional construction methods from the 19th Century. The property has been predominantly rendered and painted cream, with striking and beautiful feature flint exterior walls. Apart from the drawing room, dining room, one bedroom and utility room, all other windows are double glazed.

SERVICES:
The property has oil-fired central heating; private septic tank waste system; mains water and electricity. The hot water is heated from the AGA.
Local Authority - Winchester City Council
Council Tax Band G (Annexe Council Tax Band A) EPC Band F

Broadband availability: (source: Ofcom) Standard speed available, 23mbps download, 2mbps upload (we understand that the area is due to have faster speeds installed in the near future)
Flood checker (source: Govt website) Rivers & Seas low risk, Ground Water and Reservoirs low risk. Surface Water: high risk (but our clients advise that they have never been flooded during their ownership)

LOCATION: Micheldever and Surroundings:

Micheldever village is just four miles away where the village centre has a village store, Micheldever CofE Primary School, St Mary's Church (which boasts origins dating from both the c13th and c16th!), with a further walk to the Half Moon and Spread Eagle, the local pub. The Northbrook Arms in East Stratton is a little closer, just three miles away.

Micheldever village is believed to be of early mediaeval origins with a range of quaint and attractive streets lined with traditional village houses, both large and small. An interesting historical note is that the first private car journey in the UK, in 1895, is believed to have originated at Micheldever Station. The village is an active and social community and enjoys a Village Shop, Public House, Village Hall, St Mary's Church Primary School, and other facilities.

Part of the popularity of Micheldever village is its proximity to Micheldever Station, which provides a regular train service to London Waterloo. Further rail links are available at Winchester City station, Basingstoke and Alton. Road connections are excellent with easy access to the M3, M27, A34, A33 and A303.

Nature lovers will appreciate the nearby Micheldever Wood, a stunning ancient beech woodland northeast of Winchester. Known for its rich biodiversity and interspersed with areas of conifer, the wood is home to a variety of bird and insect species, a growing butterfly population, and Muntjac deer. In spring, the forest floor comes alive with a breath-taking carpet of bluebells, best enjoyed via the many walking paths that meander through the trees.

Also nearby is Blackwood Forest, a Forestry Commission site offering an array of outdoor recreational activities. Whether you're walking, cycling, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings, this woodland retreat is ideal for those who love the outdoors.


SCHOOLING: Local catchment schools are Micheldever C of E Primary School, Henry Beaufort School, and the highly regarded Peter Symonds Sixth Form College. Nearby independent schools include Winchester College, St Swithuns, King Edward VI, and preparatory schools such as The Pilgrims School, Twyford School and Princes Mead.

USEFUL WEBSITES:

St Mary's Church (village church)
Micheldever Primary School
(Micheldever Village Shop)
(local pub!)
(local pub)
Micheldever Village website
(local GP practice)
(Railway Station)
(Ofcom Broadband checker)