Vernham Dean, Andover, Hampshire, SP11

A charming detached period cottage set within a generous garden, situated in the heart of this popular village and surrounded by beautiful countryside

A detached Grade II listed period cottage attractively constructed with brick and flint elevations beneath a thatched roof, with a small rear extension under slate. The property is set back from the road and enjoys a good-sized garden to the front and rear, with clear potential for extension subject to the necessary planning permission and listed building consent. The property also benefits from a gated driveway providing ample parking. The existing accommodation includes a sitting room with an attractive fireplace, a further triple-aspect reception room featuring a high ceiling with exposed beams, a kitchen and a ground floor bathroom, while the first floor comprises a double bedroom and a further L-shaped bedroom fitted with comprehensive cupboards, which could be removed to enlarge the room if desired. The property, and the village in general, experienced some flooding during 2014; subsequently comprehensive mitigation work has since been completed around Vernham Dean and within the Bourne Valley and, despite recent very wet conditions and high water tables, there have been no further concerns.

The property is situated in the village of Vernham Dean, a Conservation Area situated within the sought after Bourne Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with excellent walking, riding and cycling in the surrounding countryside. Highclere Castle, a Jacobean style house made famous by the award winning drama series Downton Abbey, is a mere drive away. Local amenities include a primary school, pre-school, village hall, playing fields and the highly regarded George Inn public house, all within easy walking distance of the property, Shalbourne Store and Post Office, an excellent family run shop, is situated approximately five miles from the property and offers a wide range of locally sourced produce and speciality foods. The recently renovated Crown & Anchor pub is also just a short drive away in the village of Ham and offers a vibrant atmosphere and refined rooms. Hungerford, situated just over ten miles away, is a historic market town hosting antique shops along with a range of cafes and restaurants. The Kennet and Avon Canal passes through the town and there are direct links via rail into Paddington (just over one hour). Andover, some eight miles away, offers a comprehensive range of shopping, education and recreational facilities, as well as a mainline railway station providing fast services to Waterloo (just over one hour). The A303 is close at hand allowing convenient access to London (via the M3) and the West Country.