Alswitha Terrace, King Alfred Place, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23

A charming 4-bedroom Victorian family home originally serving as the area’s local bakery. The property is beautifully presented and has no onward chain.


Description

Once part of a local bakery, this charming period home now blends its heritage character with contemporary comfort across three well-balanced floors. The ground floor opens into a welcoming entrance hall, leading to a bright sitting room and a spacious kitchen and dining area. The kitchen features a range of floor and wall mounted storage units, double ovens, a gas hob, dishwasher, fridge freezer, and wine cooler. Truly the heart of the home and perfect for gatherings and everyday family life.

The lower level offers a versatile space that could serve as a playroom or home office, with natural light filtering through from above, while the upper floors house four well-proportioned bedrooms and two stylish bathrooms.

Throughout, the property retains subtle echoes of its past -from the solid construction and distinctive proportions to the sense of warmth and craftsmanship that runs through each room. Every space feels practical yet full of character, with thoughtful design choices that make daily living both comfortable and enjoyable.

Situated in a sought-after position within easy reach of Winchester's city centre, the house captures the best of old and new - a slice of local history reimagined for modern living.

OUTSIDE
Double doors lead from the kitchen onto the south facing paved terrace and lawns beyond. There is a sense of privacy created by mature trees, shrubs and planting that provide
screening and an attractive outlook. There is side access and a useful bike shed and wooden gate leading to Alswitha Terrace.

The front of the property also has an area containing a range of flowering plants and shrubs, further contributing to the attractive façade.

Location

The property is in the highly sought after area of Hyde, a historic Victorian suburb and resting place of King Alfred the Great. Known for its period homes, leafy gardens and village like feel, Hyde offers a thriving community, an excellent local primary school in St Bedes and an easy walk to the city centre. River Park recreation fields are at the end of Alswitha Terrace and offer attractive walks, cycles or runs straight from the front door. There are landmarks like Hyde Abbey and St Bartholomew's adding historic interest and character along the way, providing a blend of heritage, green space, and city convenience.

The pedestrianised high street is 0.7 miles from the property and contains a full range of amenities including independent shops, boutiques, restaurants, cafes, and public houses. There is a variety of cultural and leisure facilities such as The Arc Discovery Centre and Library, local cinema, Theatre Royal and the sports and leisure park.

There are excellent communications links across the country with the mainline railway station around 0.5 miles from the property providing access to London in under 60 minutes. The motorway network via the M3 at junctions 9 or 11 is particularly accessible, along with the A34 to the north and the M27 coastal motorway, providing access to the New Forest and Southampton International Airport.

Winchester contains excellent schooling with several highly regarded local schools nearby, including St Bedes Primary School (0.3 miles), The Westgate Secondary School (1 mile), and Peter Symonds Sixth Form college (0.6 miles). Private schools such as Winchester College, Pilgrims, Princes Mead, and St Swithuns continue to be a huge draw to the city and are all within 3 miles of Alswitha Terrace.

Square Footage: 1,664 sq ft



Additional Info

Freehold
All mains services connected
Council Tax Band E