Peninsula Square, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23

A spacious Grade II listed penthouse apartment set within the historic Kings House at Peninsula Barracks, with a particularly impressive drawing room. The property is offered with no onward

Description

The property offers beautifully balanced accommodation, extending to approximately 1,378 sq. ft, with a layout that combines generous proportions and an excellent sense of flow throughout.

At the heart of the home is the remarkable drawing room, an outstanding space measuring over 22 ft in both directions. This is a truly unique feature of the property,
rarely found in apartment living, providing an exceptional setting for both entertaining and everyday living. The scale of the room allows for multiple seating areas and creates a wonderful sense of volume and light, making it the natural focal point of the home. The kitchen and dining room is well arranged and sociable in design, offering ample space for dining and day-to-day living, while remaining well connected to the principal reception space.

There are two good sized double bedrooms, both thoughtfully positioned to provide comfort and privacy, supported by well-appointed bathroom facilities, one of which is en suite. The overall layout is both practical and versatile, equally suited to full-time occupation or as a well-located city base.

What truly sets this apartment apart is its penthouse position, flooding every room with light and offering views throughout. Combined with its generous lateral layout and the exceptional proportions of the drawing room, these features elevate the property beyond the ordinary and present a rare opportunity within the market.

OUTSIDE
Externally, residents enjoy access to immaculately maintained communal gardens that include the locally renowned lavender beds. The property is further enhanced by two private parking bays positioned directly to the rear, along with two visitor parking permits.

Location

This penthouse apartment sits within The Kings House, a building steeped in history, originally intended as a Royal Palace for King Charles II in 1683 before later serving as military barracks for the Green Jackets. Today, it forms part of a highly sought-after residential setting in the very heart of the city. The position is exceptional, enjoying far-reaching views across Winchester towards the South Downs, while also offering immediate access to the vibrant High Street and the railway station, making it ideally placed for both convenience and lifestyle.

Winchester's High Street is renowned for its characterful
architecture and historic charm, providing a unique and appealing setting for shopping and socialising. At the heart of the city lies the world-famous 11th century cathedral,
with a network of picturesque streets leading to an excellent range of independent shops, boutiques, national retailers, restaurants, cafés and bars. The city also offers a variety of cultural and leisure amenities including the Theatre Royal, The Arc, Winchester Sport & Leisure Park and a local cinema.

Schooling in the area is particularly well regarded and remains a key draw, with a wide selection of both private and state options including The Pilgrims' School, Winchester College, St Swithun's, The Westgate School, King's School and Peter Symonds College.

For commuters, Winchester offers a direct rail service to London Waterloo in approximately 58 minutes. The railway station is about 0.7 miles away, and the M3 (junctions 9, 10 and 11) provides excellent road links to London and Southampton. The nearby M27 gives access to the south coast and the New Forest, while the A34 connects to Oxford, the Midlands and, via the A303, the West Country.

Square Footage: 1,378 sq ft



Additional Info

Mains services connected
Service charge: approx. £6412.03 per annum
Leasehold – Share of the freehold (999 years from 1 January 1996)