Houghton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20

The Old Estate Office presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive collection of traditional barns and a characterful converted building, situated in the heart of the highly regarded Test Valley village of Houghton. Set within an attractive rural setting alongside the renowned River Test, the property enjoys a rich heritage and considerable potential.

Historically used for agricultural and commercial purposes, the buildings offer a versatile range of accommodation and have the benefit of planning permission to convert to residential use. The combination of period character, village location and open countryside views creates an exceptional opportunity for prospective purchasers.

The site extends to 1.46 acres in total

Planning
The proposed scheme includes a courtyard style layout, with the buildings facing into the original farmyard. There are generous gardens to the rear of the main barn and excellent views across farmland to the rear.
The main barn would comprise a large open plan kitchen / family room, boot room, play room, office and integral car port, in addition to galleried landing, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The Threshing Barn incorporates a generous games room, bedroom, bathroom and w/c, in addition to a galleried mezzanine floor. The consent has self-build status, meaning that it is suitable for end-users rather than for development for commercial gain, and this status indicates that there is no CIL payable. We understand that all relevant conditions have been discharged.

Full planning details can be found on using the reference 25/02917/FULLS

Location
Old Estate Office occupies a prominent position within the centre of Houghton, one of the area's most sought-after villages, located approximately 3 miles from the picturesque market town of Stockbridge. The property fronts the village's principal thoroughfare and enjoys far-reaching views across open farmland to the west.
Stockbridge is renowned for its charming High Street and offers an excellent range of day-to-day amenities, including boutique shops, public houses, restaurants, cafés, a church and recreational facilities. The cathedral city of Winchester lies approximately 11 miles to the east, whilst Southampton is around 12 miles to the south, providing extensive shopping, leisure and commercial opportunities. Communications are particularly convenient, with easy access to the A34 and A303, connecting to the wider motorway network. Mainline rail services from Winchester provide direct access to London Waterloo in just over one hour, making the area well suited for both business and leisure travel.

Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains water and electricity. Oil heating. Private drainage.
Local Authority: Test Valley Borough Council
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