Hazeley Bottom, Hartley Wintney, Hook, Hampshire, RG27

A charming seven bedroom country house with gardens, paddock and wonderful rural views.

Description

Set within approximately 4.42 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, grounds and adjoining pastureland, this exceptional country house offers immense charm and character, combining period features with generous and versatile accommodation.

Approached via a gated gravel driveway, the property immediately impresses with its picturesque elevations, mellow brickwork and climbing greenery, all framed by mature trees and sweeping lawns.

A welcoming reception hall provides access to the elegant drawing room with feature fireplace, a dining room with log-burning stove and an adjacent sitting room. Beyond the sitting room lies a study, offering a quiet retreat perfectly suited to home working.

The kitchen/breakfast/family room is a particular highlight, well-appointed for modern living while retaining a strong sense of character. Featuring an Aga, traditional cabinetry and a vaulted breakfast area with exposed beams, the space is flooded with natural light. French doors open directly onto the terrace, creating a seamless connection with the gardens and affording far-reaching views across the grounds and surrounding countryside. This space lends itself equally well to everyday family life and informal entertaining.

Off the kitchen is a useful boot room, which provides access to the TV/playroom and a utility room. From this area, a staircase rises to a first-floor bedroom or games room with an adjoining bathroom, situated above the integral garage. This arrangement is ideal for secondary or guest accommodation, or for use as a private suite away from the main house.

On the first floor of the main house are six bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom with a vaulted ceiling and adjoining bathroom. The remaining bedrooms are well proportioned and are served by two family bathrooms and an additional shower room, offering flexibility and comfort for both family and guests alike.

The gardens and grounds are a key feature of the property and extend to just under one acre, laid predominantly to sweeping lawns with mature planting and offering a wonderful sense of privacy. To the rear sits a superb outdoor leisure area with a swimming pool and pool barn, creating an idyllic setting for summer gatherings and relaxation. The pool barn comprises of an entertainment room with a kitchenette, cloakroom and separate walk-in shower/changing room, while the first floor offers space for a bedroom or office.

Beyond the formal gardens lie around a 3.5 acre paddock.

Location

Located in the quiet rural hamlet of Hazeley Bottom, the property is ideally positioned close to the heathland at Hazeley Heath, criss-crossed by numerous public footpaths and bridleways providing excellent opportunities for walking, riding and cycling.

The nearby village of Hartley Wintney is a lively and highly regarded Hampshire village offering a wide range of amenities, including independent shops, public houses and cafés, a village green with cricket pitch, a golf club, picturesque ponds and surrounding woodland. The village also hosts a variety of annual community events throughout the year.

Hook mainline station (2.4 miles) and Winchfield station (2.8 miles) provide regular rail services to London Waterloo, with journey times from around 55 minutes, as well as connections to Farnborough, Clapham Junction, Basingstoke and Woking. There is convenient access to the M3 at Junctions 4A and 5, and onward access to the M4 via Reading.

The area offers an excellent selection of schooling, including Oakwood Infant School, Greenfields Junior School, Hook Junior School and Robert May’s School, along with several well-regarded independent schools such as Lord Wandsworth College, St Swithun’s School, Winchester College, St Nicholas’ School, St Neot’s School and Wellington College.

The surrounding countryside is particularly attractive and offers outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation. Nearby equestrian facilities include Wellington Riding Centre and Tweseldown, which provides cross-country schooling and competitions. The property lies within the Garth South Pony Club area and is close to Bramshill Forest (permit required) and Wellington Country Park.

The award-winning Heckfield Place is approximately 3.1 miles away, offering a five-star hotel, restaurants and spa. Bearwood Lakes Golf Club, around 11.5 miles distant, is frequently listed among the Top 100 Golf Clubs.

Please note, all distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,016 sq ft


Acreage: 4.4 Acres