Hawkley Road, Liss, Hampshire

SITUATION West Park Cottage occupies an impressive position on Hawkley Road, on the fringe of both Liss and Hawkley villages and within the setting of the South Downs National Park. The property is approached over a gated driveway, with open farmland immediately adjacent, affording a genuine sense of rural seclusion while remaining within easy reach of everyday amenities, mainline rail connections and the wider road network. 

DESCRIPTION West Park Cottage presents a highly successful marriage of period character and contemporary design, extending to approximately 2,108 sq ft of well-proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors, together with a detached oak-framed double garage. Considerable care has been taken to retain the charm and character of the original cottage throughout lending a warmth and authenticity.

The ground floor is arranged with a natural and sociable flow. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range-style Aga, a pantry and a built-in bench seat with storage beneath, and finished throughout in porcelain tile with underfloor heating; this opens through to a generous dining room with French doors opening onto the rear garden, ideal for entertaining. The principal sitting room is double aspect and centred upon a stone fireplace with an open fire, flanked by built-in cabinetry, and is complemented by a separate television/sitting room with wood-burning stove. The study, boot room/utility and downstairs W.C completes the downstairs accommodation.

A dedicated staircase leads to the main bedroom, which benefits from an ensuite and access to a storage room with eaves access. There are three further bedrooms, all of good size, and a family bathroom with shower, finished in black marble tile. These are lovely, bright rooms with great views to the front and back, surrounded by greenery

 

OUTSIDE The gardens are a particular feature of West Park Cottage, laid predominantly to the west, and enjoy a Mediterranean, al fresco character with a paved terrace ideal for outdoor dining. The grounds further include a natural pond, a productive vegetable garden and an orchard of apple, pear and plum, together with a brick built garden store. The property is further served by a detached oak-framed double bay building, divided to provide a garage to one side, enclosed by timber doors with power and lighting, and an open-fronted car port to the other. In all, the grounds extend to approximately 0.5 acres. 

SCHOOLS The property falls within an area well served by both state and independent schooling. Nearby options are understood to include Liss Infant and Junior Schools, with independent schooling available at Bedales School, Churcher's College and Ditcham Park School, all in Petersfield. Prospective purchasers are advised to confirm current catchment status directly with Hampshire County Council, as this is address-specific. 

TRANSPORT LINKS Liss station provides direct services to London Waterloo, with a typical journey time of approximately 70-80 minutes; Petersfield station offers a comparable service with a broader range of departures. The property is well placed for the A3, providing access to Guildford, Portsmouth and the wider motorway network. Liss village itself offers day-to-day amenities, with a fuller range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities available in Petersfield.