Hamblewood, Botley, SO30

INTRODUCTION

This gorgeous family home, in the heart of Botley, is coming to the market for the first time in forty years!

Located along one of the villages most desirable roads, ‘Upper reaches’ offers two spacious and versatile reception rooms, a generous and beautifully appointed kitchen with an open plan family room, utility, study, five bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite facilities, and a further family bathroom.

Outside, the property boasts a splendid walled garden, large driveway and a detached, double garage.

LOCATION

‘Upper Reaches’ has been a cherished family home in a very special street. It is a short stroll from Botley’s Village High Street, with its array of shops and conveniences, pubs, market hall, restaurants and takeaways. The village school is also in close proximity, as is neighbouring Hedge End, with Southampton and Winchester just a short drive away. Botley further benefits from its own railway station, offering direct access to Portsmouth and Eastleigh with its links to mainline travel.

GROUND FLOOR

A vaulted entrance hall boasts a stunning spiral staircase and a cupboard for coats and shoes. At the heart of the home is a modern, high specification kitchen that spans the depth of the house and flows into a family room with sitting and dining space opening out to the rear garden through French doors. Also accessed from the kitchen is an elegant reception room currently in use as a dining room, which also leads to the garden patio through sliding doors.

The principal living room is both generous and cosy, with a wall of panelled glass opening up the space and enhancing the light and open feeling that runs throughout the ground floor.

On this floor there is also a room that is ideal as a study or home office, and a guest cloakroom with a WC and wash hand basin.

FIRST FLOOR

The dual aspect, principal bedroom features a separate dressing area and en-suite with a large, walk in shower, WC and a wash basin. Three further double bedrooms are all of good size, with excellent views; two of the bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes, one of the bedrooms further benefits from en-suite facilities. The fifth and smaller bedroom is currently used as an office and can accommodate a single bed and has a built-in linen cupboard.

The large family bathroom comprises a corner bath with a shower, WC and a wash basin set in a vanity unit with storage cupboards beneath. The landing gives access to the large loft space which, subject to planning consents, would lend itself well to further expansion of the living space.

OUTSIDE

An impressive driveway leads to a large double garage/workshop next to a pretty front garden, protected by a low wall and mature shrubbery. Two steps lead to the front door, with further steps located to either side of the property, offering pedestrian access to the rear garden.

The lovely rear garden is encased within a truly special, high wall that is Grade II listed and adds a soulful charm to the landscaped features, with lawn, pagoda area, patio and trees of orchard fruits. A whimsical playhouse is found in the corner of the garden for younger members of the family to enjoy.

BROADBAND

Fibre to the cabinet broadband (part-fibre connection) is available with download speeds of up to 76 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 15 Mbps. Information has been provided by the Openreach website.

SERVICES

Gas, water, electricity and mains drainage are connected. Please note that none of the services or appliances have been tested by White & Guard.

Disclaimer

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