Binsted Road, Binsted, Alton, Hampshire, GU34

Property Summary

The property offers excellent potential to extend or remodel subject to planning permission, making it a superb opportunity for those looking to create their dream country home. The expansive plot includes mature gardens, open lawns and seating areas, perfect for entertaining, or simply soaking in the views. Tucked away yet conveniently located, the cottage offers easy access to local amenities, schools and commuter links.

Entrance Porch

Front door to:

Entrance Hall

Staircase to first floor and understairs recess.

Cloakroom

Two-piece suite in classic white, heated towel rail.

Sitting Room

Double aspect, delightful outlook over the rear garden, grounds and surrounding countryside.

Dining Room

Double aspect, inglenook fireplace housing log burner.

Kitchen

Rear aspect, one and a half bowl sink unit with cupboard and integrated dishwasher under work surfaces with cupboards and drawers under matching eye level units, integrated fridge, ceramic hob and electric double oven, extractor hood, stable door to outside.

Utility Room

Rear aspect, sink unit, worktops, eye and base level units, store cupboard, plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble drier and freezer, door to garage.

First Floor Landing

Access to loft and with a window overlooking the countryside.

Bedroom 1

Double aspect, superb views over the gardens and surrounding countryside.

Bedroom 2

Double aspect, wonderful views, fitted shelving into recess.

Bedroom 3

Rear aspect, access to loft.

Bathroom

In classic white, panel enclosed bath, over the bath shower and screen, w.c., wash hand basin, fully tiled walls, heated towel rail, airing cupboard housing hot water tank, loft hatch.

Outside - to the front

The property is approached via timber gates to a sweeping brick paved and shingled driveway providing parking and turning for numerous vehicles, leading to:

Double garage

With twin timber doors, power and light, cupboard housing oil fired boiler.

Further driveway

To rear approached via a gated entrance and providing space for additional vehicles, boat/caravan etc.

Gardens and Grounds

The gardens and grounds surround the property, predominantly laid to large areas of lawn/paddock, enchanting cottage gardens and paved seating areas, ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining. Garden pond and mature borders. Screened and enclosed by mature hedging, shrubs and trees, extending to approximately 1 acre, offering privacy and seclusion.

Workshop/Potential Home Office

Workbench, power and light. Outside tap.

General

Services - Mains water and electricity. Oil central heating. Septic tank. Local Authority - East Hampshire District Council. Tel: Council Tax Band D with an annual charge for the year ending 31.03.26 of £2,218.31. Tenure - Freehold EPC Rating - Mobile signal available. Ultrafast broadband (via Ofcom).

Situation

Binsted village lies within the South Downs National Park, near to Alice Holt Forest and approximately six miles south west of the market town of Farnham (equally distanced between Farnham and Alton). The village offers a primary school, recreation ground with associated clubs, Holy Cross church, private fishing lakes and recently refurbished public house. The area is surrounded by wonderful open countryside with a series of interconnecting footpaths and lanes intertwined with ponds and streams. The property is well situated to enjoy excellent rail and road links. Mainline railway services operate locally from Bentley (2.5 miles away) and Alton (3.1 miles away) offering direct trains to London Waterloo in approximately an hour. The A3 is nearby offering good road access to London and the South Coast and proximity to the A31 means that Winchester is just over 30 minutes by road.

Farnham and Local Villages

The Georgian town centre of Farnham offers a comprehensive range of shopping, recreational and cultural pursuits, with bustling cobbled courtyards boasting many shops, cafés and an excellent choice of restaurants. There is a Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Leisure Centre, David Lloyd Club, local Rugby, Football and Tennis clubs, and Farnham's historic deer park offering over 300 acres of beautiful open countryside, providing opportunities for walking, cycling and dog walking. The villages of Rowledge and Bentley are both nearby and benefit from good day-to-day amenities and an excellent choice of state and private schools.

Location

Farnham town centre 6 miles (Waterloo from 53 minutes); Bentley station 2.5 miles & Alton station 3.1 miles away (Waterloo approx. 1 hour) Rowledge 3.5 miles ; Guildford 17 miles ; A3 9 miles (All distances and times are approximate)

Directions

Proceed out of Farnham along West Street and continue straight ahead over the Coxbridge roundabout onto the A325 Petersfield Road. Continue along this road passing Birdworld and Haskins garden centre on your right and keep going until you reach the staggered cross roads just past the petrol station. Turn right and at bottom of the road continue straight across towards Binsted. Follow the road through the village where Malms Farm Cottage is situated along on the left hand side down a country lane and found on your left hand side.