Skew Lane, Quarley, SP11
A picturesque period cottage bordering a Conservation Area with a delightful mature south facing garden amounting to approximately one third of an acre, situated in a quiet location on the edge of this popular hamlet
Property Details
DESCRIPTION
A picturesque period cottage (attached, one of four) constructed of whitewashed rendered elevations under a thatched roof (totally rethatched in 1997, and re-ridged in 2009). The cottage, believed to have originally been two dwellings, offers spacious accommodation including a charming sitting room with two inglenook fireplaces, window seats and numerous exposed beams and timbers, a separate dining room (with inglenook fireplace and inset Alpha range) with an open entrance leading into the kitchen fitted with craftsman built oak units and slate work surfaces. Glazed double doors lead into an Amdega conservatory, which enjoys stunning views over the garden. There is also a bathroom on the ground floor. To the first floor there is a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a guest bedroom with en suite shower room, and a door leading to a third bedroom/landing (which is also approached via a second staircase from the sitting room).
The large south facing mature landscaped garden with its ornamental pond and waterfall is a delightful feature of the property and amounts to approximately one third of an acre. Within the grounds there is also a recently constructed office/studio which could be used as an occasional guest bedroom if so required.
Agent’s Note: An enchanting character cottage set in delightful gardens. Internal viewing is highly recommended.
(Some of the photographs in the brochure have been taken in the summer months)
LOCATION
The cottage is set well back from Skew Lane, opposite farmland, on the edge of the picturesque hamlet of Quarley, which has a fine 13th Century Norman church, village hall and bus service. The neighbouring village of Grateley, about 1½ miles away, offers a Post Office/store, primary school, public house and railway station providing fast services to London. The cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester are both within approximately half an hour’s drive and the A303 is close at hand allowing convenient access to London and the West Country. For those who enjoy walking and riding etc, there are many country walks nearby with good out-riding throughout the Test Valley area.
ACCOMMODATION
Outside light. Front door with glazed central panel leading into:
RECEPTION HALL Quarry tiled floor. Coats hanging area. Shelving. Access to loft. Doors to bathroom and:
SITTING ROOM Mellow brick inglenook fireplace with exposed beam over, raised quarry tiled hearth, inset log burning stove, and built-in shelved cupboards to one side (ideal for television or stereo). False inglenook fireplace (not useable) to opposite end with exposed beam over and staircase to one side rising to first floor. Understairs storage cupboard. Two secondary glazed windows with built-in seating. Numerous exposed timbers and beams. TV socket. Four wall light points. Dimmer switch. Double and single radiators. Door to:
DINING ROOM Mellow brick inglenook fireplace with exposed beam over and inset ‘Alpha’ range with glass shelves over. Secondary glazed windows to south (overlooking garden) and north aspects. Built-in oak cupboard with slate surface, housing refrigerator and freezer with glass shelves above. Exposed ceiling timbers. Exposed pine floor. Door concealing staircase rising to master bedroom. Open entrance with oak surface to one side and shelves beneath leading to:
KITCHEN Belfast china sink with brass mixer tap. Extensive range of craftsman built oak panelled high and low cupboards and drawers. Glazed china cabinets. Large larder cupboard. Slate work surfaces and splash backs with concealed lighting over. ‘Neff’ double oven and grill with cupboard over and drawers beneath. Four ring electric hob with shelving over. Extractor fan. Plumbing for dishwasher, concealed behind folding oak doors. Exposed oak ceiling timbers. Three spotlights. Ceramic tiled floor with diamond shape insert. Thermostat. Part glazed oak stable door to rear. Glazed double doors to:
AMDEGA CONSERVATORY Fully double glazed under a vaulted ceiling with fitted blinds. Two wall light points. Louvre doors to cupboard housing washing machine and tumble dryer, with light and shelving. Glazed double doors onto large paved patio.
BATHROOM White suite comprising wooden clad bath with ‘Heatrae Sadia’ wall mounted electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC with oak seat. Quarry tiled floor. Secondary glazed window with quarry tiled sill. Extractor fan. Radiator.
FIRST FLOOR
MASTER BEDROOM (Approached from dining room via staircase one) Low window with attractive views over garden. Built-in double wardrobe cupboard with cupboard over. Further built-in low cupboards with display area over. Airing cupboard housing lagged copper cylinder, fitted immersion and hanging rail. Door to
walk-in wardrobe with hanging rails and secondary door to bedroom two. Corner shelf with TV socket. Access to loft. Five sunken ceiling lights. Door to:
EN SUITE BATHROOM White suite comprising deep panelled bath with mixer tap, power shower over, semi circular screen and six glass shelves, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, and low level WC. Built-in dressing table with cupboard beneath. Built-in low cupboards with display area over. Medicine cabinet with glass shelf beneath. Part tiled walls. Towel rail/radiator. Four sunken ceiling lights. Spotlight. Radiator.
BEDROOM TWO Low window with splendid views over garden. Exposed ceiling timbers. Exposed polished oak floor. Wall light. Radiator. Door to bedroom three/landing. Further door to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM White suite comprising wash hand basin with decorative tiled splash back and low level WC with oak seat. Folding glass door into large fully tiled shower cubicle. Extractor fan. Exposed beams. Wall light. Shaver socket with light.
BEDROOM THREE/LANDING (Approached from staircase two rising from sitting room). Window overlooking garden. Exposed timbers. Exposed floorboards. Built in double wardrobe cupboard with hanging rail and shelved cupboard to either side. Shelving. Telephone points. Wall light points.
OUTSIDE
Beautifully landscaped mature south facing gardens of
approximately one third of an acre with farmland opposite
A double five bar gate leads onto a long gravelled driveway, providing ample parking space. Lawned area. Large ornamental well stocked pond with rockery surround, waterfall and pump. A gravelled pathway with lighting meanders through garden which is laid mainly to lawn with borders containing numerous Spring bulbs, shrubs, plants and mature trees. Apple and pear trees. To the front of the cottage is a large south facing paved patio, ideal for barbecuing and outdoor entertaining.
EXTERNAL OFFICE/STUDIO Constructed of timber clad elevations under a pitched tiled roof. Quarry tiled step up to porch with half glazed double doors leading into light and airy office currently configured for two workstations. Double glazed windows on four aspects. Extensive shelving and bookcases. Telephone point. Recessed ceiling lights. Stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer to side, cupboard beneath.
WORKSHOP/GARAGING Constructed of whitewashed concrete panels under a pitched roof. Timber double doors (these could be replaced with wider doors to accommodate a vehicle, if required). Windows on three sides. Power and water is supplied to this area.
Timber garden store. Outside tap. Outside lighting. Oil tank.
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Note: No household services or appliances have been tested and no guarantees can be given by Evans & Partridge.
DISCLAIMER
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