Spitfire Lane, Stockbridge, SO20
An exclusive linked mews house, situated in a courtyard setting with far reaching views to the rear over the surrounding countryside, and located just 1.5 miles from the picturesque town of Stockbridge
Property Details
DESCRIPTION
A linked mews house, situated in an exclusive small mews development, formerly racing stables, believed to date back to 1897 and converted in 1989. The property is currently constructed of brick elevations under a slate roof, the accommodation includes a reception hall/study area with wide open entrance leading into the sitting room with fireplace. There is a large open plan kitchen/dining room with an extensive range of units and attractive slate flooring with French doors to one side leading onto the gravelled patio area with views over the garden (ideal for ‘al fresco’ eating). To the first floor there are three bedrooms, one of which has a newly fitted en suite shower room. There is also a bathroom with white suite. The property benefits form Economy 7 heating by radiators.
Agent’s Note: The gardens are of a generous size and a number of neighbours have added conservatories (subject to the necessary planning consent).
LOCATION
Chattis Hill Stables occupies a pleasant location approximately one and a half miles west of Stockbridge, surrounded by farmland. Stockbridge offers a variety of shops, a Post Office, hotels and public houses, churches, a doctors’ surgery, regular bus services and primary and secondary schools. (A new delicatessen and wine bar will be opening later in 2010). The cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester and the abbey town of Romsey are all within a twenty minute drive, and the A303 is close at hand allowing convenient access to London and the West Country. There are also mainline railway stations in Winchester and Andover (both about fifteen minutes’ drive away) as well as Grateley (about ten minutes’ drive) with fast trains to Waterloo.
ACCOMMODATION
Feature broad high front door leading into:
RECEPTION HALL/STUDY AREA (about 11’7” x 9’11” / 3.53m x 3.02) Full length window to front aspect. Ample space for desk. Panelled door to kitchen. Staircase rising to first floor. Cloaks cupboard housing electric boiler, programmer and fuse box. telephone point. Wide open entrance to:
SITTING ROOM (about 12’7” x 11’7” max / 3.83m x 3.53m) Log burning stove with old pine surround and mantel, quarry tiled hearth, shelf to one side (ideal for TV). Picture window to side aspect. Two high windows to front aspect. Telephone point. Dimmer switch. Panelled door to:
OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINING ROOM (about 24’8” x 8’7” / 7.52 x 2.62m)
Dining Room: Picture window overlooking side garden. UPVC double glazed French doors leading to main garden. Wall light points. Dimmer switch. Slate floor. Radiator.
Kitchen: China sink unit with central bowl and mixer tap. Range of cupboards and drawers with heavy hardwood work surfaces with tiled splash back and window sill. ‘Neff’ four ring electric hob with double oven and grill beneath. ‘Moffat’ stainless steel extractor hood and light over. Narrow shelving (ideal for herbs/spices etc). Ample space for dresser to one side. Slate floor. Four ceiling spot lights. Picture window overlooking main garden. Recess for fridge. Plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING Access to insulated loft. Smoke alarm. UPVC double glazed window. Airing cupboard with lagged copper cylinder, fitted immersion. Double radiator.
MASTER BEDROOM (about 10’0” x 9’10” / 3.05m x 3.00m) UPVC double glazed window with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Fitted double wardrobe cupboard with shelved cupboard to one side. TV socket. Radiator. Panelled door to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM White suite comprising corner shower cubicle. Low level WC suite. Encased wash hand basin with mixer tap, cupboard beneath. Slate effect tiled floor. Wall mirror with light over. UPVC obscure glazed window. Upright heated towel rail.
BEDROOM TWO (about 11’0” max x 8’11” / 3.35m x 2.72m) UPVC double glazed window overlooking courtyard. Fitted double wardrobe cupboard. Dimmer switch. Radiator.
BEDROOM THREE (about 9’11” x 9’3” x 3.02m x 2.82m) (currently used as an office) UPVC double glazed window with far reaching views. Fitted double wardrobe cupboard. Telephone point. Radiator.
BATHROOM White suite comprising panelled bath with mixer tap/shower attachment. Tiled encased wash hand basin with mixer tap, cupboard beneath. Low level WC suite. Bidet. Part tiled walls with dado edging. Glass fronted medicine cabinet. UPVC double glazed window. Vinyl floor. Double radiator.
OUTSIDE
Brick archway leading into communal courtyard, attractively landscaped and laid to lawn with brick pathway leading to properties and garaging.
THE MAIN GARDEN is well enclosed by mature hedging and mainly laid to lawn for easy maintenance with paved stepping stones leading through a timber gate to the tennis court opposite and shingle driveway leading to the garage block. The borders contain a variety of shrub and plants. Gravelled patio area (outside French doors) with brick edging, partly screened to one side by walling and with trelliswork opposite with a climbing rose.
THE SIDE GARDEN which is divided by trelliswork with climbing roses, is screened by mature hedging and a brick wall. Shrub and plant borders.
GARAGE ONE (Located within the courtyard). Brick faced block construction under a pitched slate roof. Up and over door. Power and light connected.
GARAGE TWO Timber clad block construction under a pitched roof with up and over door. Power and light connected.
VISITORS’ CAR PARK Screened dustbin area.
Two HARD TENNIS COURTS for use by all residents.
LEASEHOLD
We understand the property is held on a 999 year lease (987 years remaining). and that the residents of Chattis Hill control the freehold.
SERVICE CHARGE
We understand that this amounts to £168.00 per quarter and covers maintenance of the communal grounds, outside lighting and water.
SERVICES
All mains services are connected. Note: No household services or appliances have been tested and no guarantees can be given by Evans & Partridge.
DISCLAIMER
1. These particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. All statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Evans & Partridge or the vendors or lessors.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them.
3. No person in the employment of Evans & Partridge has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.