Blackberry Lane, Four Marks, GU34

A handsome five-bedroom detached family house offering a wonderful balance of space, privacy and outlook. Set within about 2.2 acres of gardens and grounds (with a south-east aspect to the rear), the property enjoys far-reaching views across open countryside, making it an ideal home for those seeking both tranquil setting and convenience.

The accommodation is generous throughout, with well-proportioned rooms that are flooded with natural light. A welcoming entrance hall leads to a spacious sitting room with a feature fireplace (lined with Isokern system, ready for a wood burner if desired) and picture windows framing the views. The superb kitchen/dining room extends to 24'5 (7.4m), creating the perfect hub of the home with space for cooking, dining, and entertaining and with direct access to the gardens. Importantly, there is also an office/study. The overall living accommodation provides flexibility for family living, entertaining, or working from home. To the first floor, the principal bedroom suite is a standout feature, complete with an en suite bathroom and a generous dressing room. The second bedroom also benefits from an en suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are well served by the family bathroom on the first floor. On the second floor, there are two further double bedrooms complemented by an additional family bathroom. Several rooms throughout the house enjoy a delightful outlook across the gardens and countryside.

The property benefits from a oil fired heating and hot water system, including a boiler, pressurised water cylinder, underfloor heating to the ground and first floors and radiators to the second floor, and a heat recovery system, ensuring comfort and efficiency. Of note, the original planning permission (Ref:53279 EHDC) also allowed for the creation of an additional reception room and boot/mud room to the ground floor as well as a garage.

Outside

Externally, the property is approached via electric gates and a private driveway offering ample parking. The gardens are a true highlight – extending to about 2.2 acres, they are laid predominantly to grass with established hedging and mature trees with exceptional views. The outdoor space provides scope for keen gardeners, families, or simply those who enjoy outdoor living in a peaceful setting.

Situation

The property enjoys a lovely setting standing comfortably within its own grounds. The village has an active community and stands amidst fine Hampshire countryside between the market towns of Alton and Alresford with a primary school, selection of shops, bakery/café, hall and church. Alton and Alresford both provide a good range of facilities with two secondary schools, a 6th form college, specialist markets and station to London Waterloo at Alton and Perins Secondary School at Alresford. The famous enthusiasts steam railway ‘The Watercress Line’ also passes through Four Marks. The A31 provides a route to the A3 and M3 linking to London, the south coast and beyond.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-60682