5 bed country house for sale

Orange Lane, Over Wallop, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20

A charming Grade II 5 bedroom property offering versatile accommodation finished to exacting standards and situated in the ever popular village of Over Wallop on a 0.81 acre plot.

Vine cottage is a wonderful combination of a period thatched cottage with a
converted barn and a single storey new build wing which has created a unique
and highly versatile home of over 3,300 square feet. The property was purchased
some 10 years ago and has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment
along with an extension. The creation is a stunning family property with 5
bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, 5 bathrooms positioned on a large and private
plot of 0.81 acres with no forward chain.
The property is accessed from Orange Lane via a pair 5 bar gates onto a
gravelled courtyard providing excellent off-road parking. The original cottage is
on the right of the courtyard and is of brick and flint construction under a
thatched roof. The property comprises an entrance hall through to a wonderful
kitchen/dining room with wooden herring bone floor and high quality integrated
kitchen with a slim stone work top and a variety of integrated appliances. There
is ample room for a table as well as a sofa. There is a further kitchen area with
storage and a useful utility room. The sitting room is exceptionally charming with
a large brick inglenook fireplace with inset gas fire as well built in storage, there
is a shower room in the corner allowing it to function as an occasional bedroom.
On the first floor there are 3 double bedrooms two with built in storage. There are
two bathrooms (one a luxury en-suite to the master) which have been tastefully
finished with high quality sanitary ware.
The barn has been attached to the cottage via a glazed feature hall which
overlooks the garden and has become a reception area in its itself. The
conversion has created a quite wonderful kitchen family room which is part
vaulted showing its historic beams as well as a mezzanine providing a further
reception area ideal for children. The kitchen has been superbly finished with a
wooden herringbone floor, high specification bespoke units offer excellent
storage with a range of high quality integrated appliances as well as an island
with breakfast bar all finished with a stone work top. The open plan provides
ample room for a table as well as a sofa area making a superb family or party
area. The barn can be accessed from the gravel courtyard to the front and to
the rear opens onto the lovely patio terrace with views over the landscaped
garden.

The single storey extension has been designed to look like a stable block and
offers an additional 2 double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, the master has a
stylish en-suite and built in wardrobes, as well as a further family bathroom.
In all a highly individual property with a first rate finish ideal for a large family,
multi-generational living or a superb holiday home.

The popular Test Valley Village of Over Wallop has a Shop/Post Office and Public
House, Church and other community facilities. Nearby is the much sought after
town of Stockbridge which has a selection of independent shops, cafes and
restaurants as well as other amenities. Grateley Station is 10 minutes drive with
trains to London Waterloo in 1 hour 20 minutes and Westbound.

The Cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester are also just under 30 minutes
drive. There are many options for state and independent schools with secondary
in Andover, Salisbury and Winchester along with the reputable prep school
Farleigh which 5 miles away. Situated in a semi rural location with access to public
footpaths and bridleways, country lanes and numerous dog walks.

The property is approached via a 5 bar gate onto a fully landscapped courtyard
area which drive provides parking for numerous vehicles.. The driveway continues
round the side of the barn where there is further parking as well as access to the
double carport.
The majority of the grounds lie to the rear of the property and include an extensive
terrace which run along the rear of the property providing an exceptional space for
outdoor entertaining and relaxing. The open lawns extend out from the terrace down
the gardens to the far boundary and open up to a wider section of garden providing
good space for recreation. The garden has been attractively planted with some
good borders and mature hedgerow which give a good degree of interest
throughout the year as well as privacy. In all the plot measure 0.81 acres.
What 3 Words: Hacking.flanks.redeeming

Hampshire County Council
Council Tax Band tbc

Private drainage, mains water and electricity are available. Oil fired central heating

Leaving Salisbury on the A36 continue through Wilton heading north and proceed for approximately 3 miles passing through the villages of South Newton and Stoford and upon reaching Stapleford turn right onto Berwick Road. After 200 meters the property is on the left hand side.