Great Minster Street, Winchester, SO23

The Property:

Minster Cottage is a historic, unlisted period townhouse, originally forming part of the unique Georgian Minster House, with charming interiors and several delightful character features, enjoying direct views onto the Cathedral and its surrounding grounds. The property, which exceeds 1,300 ft² / 120 m2, offers a number of possibilities as to how the accommodation can be arranged.

The ground floor, which was recently entirely renovated, benefits from superb natural light with high ceilings. Upon entering is a lovely entrance hall with a French limestone floor, with traditional timber doors with stained glass transom window above. This opens into the kitchen/breakfast room, a lovely space with a bespoke fitted kitchen by Tom Howley Kitchens, with Miele integrated appliances and a traditional, painted, original fireplace. There is a beautiful sitting room of handsome proportions and a traditional, painted, original fireplace, with a large bedroom with an ensuite shower room. There is a useful ground floor lobby and additional downstairs cloakroom. Underfloor heating has been fitted throughout the entirety of the ground floor.

The first floor has been fitted out to a high standard with oak flooring throughout. There is a central family room, a double bedroom with views over Cathedral, a shower room and a kitchenette with integrated appliances. A bench seat with storage has been fitted in an alcove in the family room creating a dining space.

The Location:

The property occupies a first-class position in the very heart of the city, directly opposite Winchester Cathedral and a mere few steps from The Square and Winchester High Street, perfectly placed to enjoy the best of city living with Winchester's extensive amenities and excellent array of restaurants, leisure and cultural pursuits. The railway station is about a 10 minute walk away, with a direct train service to London Waterloo in 60-minutes.

Directions:

From our High Street office, proceed in an easterly direction down Winchester High Street. Turn right at the Buttercross leading to The Square and continue along where the road meets Great Minster Street. The property will be found on the right hand side, identified by our ‘For Sale’ board.

Viewing:

Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents .

Services:

Mains electric, water and drainage. Electric heating.

Council Tax:

Ground Floor is Band B - rate for 2026/27 £1,817.26 pa. First Floor is Band A - rate for 2026/27 £1,557.65 pa.