Bungalow for sale in Mercury Gardens, Hamble, Southampton SO31

This beautiful two bedroom link detached bungalow occupies a corner plot and is nestled in the highly desirable residential location of Mercury Gardens. The property has been lovingly refurbished by the owner and offers a perfect blend of modern design and comfortable living, creating an inviting space that the new homeowner will be proud to call their own.

The tranquil location provides an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, whist still being conveniently close to local amenities. Mercury Gardens boasts access to the local creek offering stunning scenery and, for the water enthusiasts, a public slipway where paddleboard or dinghy users often launch. Whether you enjoy walks along the river or socialising with friends and neighbours, this home offers the perfect balance of peaceful living and community spirit.

Briefly, the accommodation comprises of a hallway, living room, kitchen/diner, two bedrooms one with an en-suite, a bathroom and conservatory. Externally, the dwelling offers a driveway and carport, there are gardens to the front and rear.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this property your new home. Contact us today to arrange a viewing and experience the charm of this delightful residence and setting for yourself.

Hamble is a picturesque village situated on the South Coast of England, ideal for anyone wanting to discover some of Hampshire's best coastline and countryside. With superb riverside views and walks, Hamble village and its quaint cobbled streets offer an alternative shopping and dining experience. Steeped in history, the village played a role in the World War Two d-Day landings.

Whilst the village has retained its character, the surrounding area has grown to support three marinas and a host of shops, pubs and restaurants, services and businesses. There are woodland and coastal walks to enjoy. Two country parks are situated nearby; The Royal Victoria Country Park and River Hamble Country Park.

The community benefits from local junior and senior schools, children’s clubs, Hamble Parish Council, Hamble River Singers and a library to name a but few. The sporting opportunities include sailing clubs such as the Hamble River Sailing Club, Royal Southern Yacht Club, Warsash Sailing Club etc.

Within Hamble, there are three marinas; Hamble Point, Port Hamble and Mercury Marinas.

Hamble Point Marina offers 230 berths and lies at the mouth of the River Hamble, with access to the world famous waters of the Solent, a magnet for competitive sailors from around the globe, it’s a favourite with racing and cruising yachtsman alike.

Port Hamble Marina offers 310 berths is situated on the River Hamble in the heart of the South Coast’s sailing scene. The marina has a proud heritage of refitting and maintaining racing yachts, a tradition that continues today with many different yacht services based at the marina.

Offering 360 berths the Mercury Marina was originally built by Sir Robin Knox Johnson. Mercury Yacht Harbour is situated in a sheltered wooded site where the shallow waters of Badnam Creek join the River Hamble. The marina offers deep water at all states of tide and among its excellent facilities are a chandlery as well as a bar and restaurant with waterfront views.

Whatever your boating style, the River Hamble makes it an ideal base from which to explore the Solent with easy day cruising to Portsmouth, Chichester and the Isle of Wight yacht havens, Lymington or Poole. When heading upriver in a tender to Botley you can enjoy some truly spectacular scenery.

Hamble is accessible by a range of public transport links. It has bus routes running from Southampton City Centre to Hamble and vice versa, a train station with lines to Southampton Central and Portsmouth Harbour with onward links to London, and the Pink Ferry service from Hamble to Warsash. By car, Hamble is approximately 3 miles from the M27 J8.

Hallway
Upon entering the property, you are greeted by the hallway with space to de boot and hang your outdoor wear. There are doors to principal rooms and a loft access point.

Living Room
The well-proportioned living room is a light and airy room with windows to both the front and side aspects. It offers a lovely spot for relaxing at the end of the day.

Kitchen/Diner
The contemporary style kitchen/diner comprises of a range of wall and floor mounted units with a worksurface and matching upstands over. This well-equipped kitchen will prove popular with culinary enthusiasts and offers a 1 ½ bowl sink and drainer, eye level double oven, four-ring gas hob with an extractor hood over, space and plumbing for a washing machine, integrated dishwasher and further appliance space. There are side elevation windows in the kitchen and dining areas, French doors from the dining area open into the conservatory.

Conservatory
The conservatory is of UPVC construction and offers beautiful views over the rear garden. A door opens onto the patio.

Bedroom One & En-suite
Bedroom one is of generous proportions and benefits from lots of natural light with windows to three walls and door allowing access to the carport. The room has been divided into two areas, one is perfect for relaxing, the other, currently used as a study, could make the perfect dressing area. A door opens into the modern en-suite equipped with a shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin with storage beneath and heated towel radiator.

Bedroom Two
Bedroom two is a good-sized double room with a front elevation window overlooking the front garden and driveway.

Bathroom
The contemporary bathroom comprises of a panel enclosed bath with a handheld shower attachment over, a concealed cistern WC and a wash hand basin with storage beneath. There is heated towel radiator, extractor fan and a side elevation obscured window.

Outside
The property is approached by a driveway providing off-road parking and leading to a carport. The front garden is laid to shingle and is wall enclosed to one side. A wooden pedestrian gate allows access into the rear garden.
The generously sized rear garden is enclosed by a combination of timber fencing and a wall and is largely laid to lawn with well-manicured decorative borders containing a vast array of established plants, shrubs and trees. A patio adjacent to the dwelling offers a lovely spot for outdoor entertaining and al-fresco dining.

Additional Information
council tax band: D - Eastleigh Borough Council.
Utilities: Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.
Solar panels: Lease is residue of 25 years and 3 months from 7th April 2011. We have been advised by our Vendor that there are no current maintenance charges.
Important information: Please note the previous owners have installed spray foam insulation. Potential buyers should check with their lender if this is acceptable prior to arranging a survey.
Viewings strictly by appointment with Manns and Manns only. To arrange a viewing please contact us.
EPC to follow.