Hambledon, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7

A superbly positioned period family home with sperate annexe/studio set within attractive gardens and paddock, extending in all to 6.49 acres with an excellent range of outbuildings.

Description

The Old Forge is a delightful period family home which is centrally located within delightful grounds of about 6.49 acres of paddocks and gardens with an excellent range of outbuildings.

The property comes with generous and flexible accommodation including a sitting room with large fireplace housing a log burner, a really comfortable living space ideal for entertaining and relaxing. A central hallway links through to the dining room and on to the kitchen. The kitchen comes with a range of fitted units including cupboard and drawer section with work surfaces over. A large utility room/boot room makes for a practical set up. A music/snug offers further reception space. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor serviced by a family bathroom.

At first floor there are three bedrooms serviced by a family bathroom. Off bedroom four is a games room/dressing room which could also be a sixth bedroom.

A separate studio/annexe comes offers an excellent reception room with an adjoining kitchen area and separate shower room. This is a great space and provides the property with excellent secondary accommodation ideal for visiting guests.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached over a gravel driveway which offers ample parking for numerous vehicles and access to the carport and garaging. The grounds in all extend to about 6.49 acres and feature expansive rear lawns framed by mature trees and well-established flower beds and hedgerows boundaries.

An area for the kitchen garden offers a real lifestyle opportunity and there is large barn which is perfect for those looking to store equipment or perhaps create an indoor American style stable yard. The paddock land is accessed via a five-bar gate and offers generous level grazing which extends out to the eastern boundary. The property sits well back in its grounds which offer a superb lifestyle opportunity in what is one of the areas prime locations.

Location

The property located in a delightful setting to the south east of the sought-after village of Hambledon in South Hampshire. Hambledon offers a selection of local amenities, including a village shop, a welcoming tea room, and a traditional pub. The surrounding area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with a wealth of scenic footpaths and bridleways, including the South Downs Way, Wayfarers Walk, and Monarch’s Way.

The south coast, as well as the historic cities of Winchester and Portsmouth, are all within easy reach by car. For commuters, mainline rail services are available from Petersfield and Winchester, offering regular connections to London and beyond.

The area is also well-regarded for its education, with Hambledon Primary School and a range of excellent independent schools nearby, including Bedales, Churcher’s College, St Swithun’s School, and Winchester College.

Square Footage: 3,327 sq ft


Acreage: 6.49 Acres

Additional Info

Freehold
Council Tax Band H
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (septic tank). Oil fired central heating.