Detached house for sale in Southdown Road, Shawford, Winchester, Hampshire SO21

Exquisitely appointed residence of over 6500 sq. Ft. Affording a stunning panoramic view.

Description
The property was built in 2011 to an exceptional standard of specification and overall finish. The accommodation is of an enormously versatile nature, with over 6000 sq ft of everyday useable space. Upon entering the house, there is a tremendously welcoming feel to this wonderful reception entrance hall, with the living space radiating outwards. The arrangement of the principle reception rooms have a more conventional feel, with a sitting room/family room, formal living room and kitchen/dining room from the central hallway, there are further rooms leading off which include a study, utility/boot room and superb glass side office/studio, which in turn links to the double garage and annexe.

The living room features a climate controlled circular vaulted cellar. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of units and kitchen appliances. The dining area and the living room affords a stunning view across the garden and allows access onto the terrace via a set of folding doors. The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout the ground and first floors and the current owners have installed a useful CCTV system.

The lower ground/garden floor further extends the available living space with the main 'garden' room incorporating a kitchen and the adjoining room could be used as a further bedroom or gym.

From this garden room, a set of folding doors opens this space on to the pool terrace, with its swimming pool. There is also a pool changing room and steam room.

<b>outside</b>
From the Southdown Road, a set of remote electric gates give access to the sweeping drive to an area of parking for several cars and access to the double garage. The front garden area has secure boundaries and an area of raised lawn. There is a gated side access leading to the fabulous rear garden, with an established lawn area and shrub borders. The view from the garden across the adjacent lawn is outstanding.

The garden terrace has power points and lighting, providing an ideal space for el fresco dining and general entertainment. The double garage has the convenience of a remote electric door operation, with a generous internal space for two vehicles and storage, along with an internal secure store. Above the garage is a self-contained annexe or guest accommodation, with a comfortable studio living space, kitchenette, sleeping area and en suite.

Location
Located in an outstanding position on Southdown Road with far-reaching views to the east across the Itchen Valley and the western edge of South Downs National Park, this delightful Arts and Crafts detached family house benefits from one of the finest residential locations on the outskirts of Winchester.

Shawford is incredibly well placed for commuting to London with the village main line railway stations 67 minute service to London Waterloo. The village also has a traditional pub, with nearby Twyford offering further facilities including two public houses, general store/post office and coffee shop/restaurant. The Parish of Compton and Shawford enjoys excellent sporting and recreational facilities with a club house, floodlit tennis courts, football and cricket pitches. The nearby Shawford Downs Nature Reserve provides a charming area for walking as well as access down to Shawford station and the village itself, which is known for its strong community spirit.

The cathedral city of Winchester lies only approximately 3.5 miles to the north. It offers a wide range of shopping, recreational, entertainment and cultural facilities, with its extensive selection of restaurants and pubs, theatre, cinema and a wealth of boutique shops and stores. To the south of Shawford lies Southampton with its international airport at Eastleigh. The M3, two miles away, provides access to London, to the A34 northwards, to the A303 westwards and, to the south, the M27 and its coastal network.

Square Footage: 6,655 sq ft

Acreage:
0.5 Acres