Abbotts Way, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17

A traditional detached house on a level plot approaching a quarter of an acre and backing directly onto the delightful residents' gardens.



This impressive, character detached house is situated in the most prestigious road of this highly aspired to residential area that has conservation status with a plot approaching a quarter of an acre that backs directly onto the meadow/woodland area of the exclusive residents' gardens. These delightful, superbly landscaped areas are a notable feature of this sought after neighbourhood and on the opposite side of the street comprise grass and hard surface tennis courts, rose beds and an Edwardian summer pavilion.

The accommodation will appeal to purchasers seeking a traditional family home of enviable proportions with the two storey side wing offering a potential annexe. There are a number of features such as ornate fireplaces, wood panelled walls and high level ceilings that enhance the feeling of space. The reception hall creates a warm welcome and the elegant lounge found on the left has a marble mantelpiece & twin sets of doors to the front garden with additional rear aspect doors leading to the loggia. The large wood panelled dining room is found on the right and enjoys a front view. There is an inner hall where there is a cloakroom and a study/ home office.

The outstanding feature of the interior is the stunning kitchen/family room that is an exceptional room with ample space for a table and chairs being the perfect venue for relaxing with family and friends. There is an extensive range of wall and base units adorned while the rustic brick paved flooring enhances the character & charm. The side lobby has an independent external door and allows access to the side wing where a utility room is found while the further room positioned at the rear creates a cosy sitting room with doors to the garden. Stairs rise to the first floor and allow access to a double bedroom that has an en-suite shower.

In the main house the landing leads to the principal bedroom that is generous in proportions and overlooks the front garden. There is a rear sitting area with eaves storage while the luxurious en-suite bathroom is stylishly appointed with a bespoke four piece white suite. Two further double bedrooms are served by a modern shower room.

Outside, wooden gates open to the driveway that allows off road parking for several vehicles. The front garden has an area of lawn with established plants and shrubs and enjoys a southerly aspect. The courtyard found on the right is a further area ideal for sitting out on sunny days and warm evenings. The rear garden is predominantly paved for minimal maintenance and backs onto the meadow & woodland area of the residents' gardens. There is a shed, greenhouse & a pizza oven while the loggia provides a covered dining/sitting area and has a water feature.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Materials used in construction: Brick

This property is within a conservation area

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Highfield is a highly sought-after residential area and is a short distance from Common, city centre and the University Highfield campus. Extensive shopping facilities nearby include Sainsbury's and Waitrose and cafes and bars are found nearby in Portswood Broadway. The Jubilee Sports Hall which has a gym and an indoor swimming pool is located in University Road and the Turner Sims concert hall is close by. A variety of popular pubs are within close proximity and the M3 & M27 motorway networks are easily reached. The Parkway railway station (opposite the international airport) provides a fast route to London Waterloo.