LANTERN COTTAGE Forest Lane Upper Chute Andover Hampshire SP11 9EL A deceptively spacious detached country residence, standing in beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds of approximately half an acre, within this sought after village Andover 9.8 miles (Andover railway station to London Waterloo in approx 1hr 15 mins) Newbury 17.5 miles Stockbridge 16.7 miles Marlborough 19.8 miles Winchester 25.1 miles Central London 75.4 miles Offers invited around 1,295,000 for the freehold VIEWING IS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT Agriculture House, High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6HF Tel. 01264 810702 www.evansandpartridge.co.uk 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.
DESCRIPTION A stunning detached country residence (approximately 3,477 sq ft in total), designed by the current owner and built to an extremely high specification approximately ten years ago, constructed of brick/flint elevations beneath a thatched roof with oil fired central heating with tubular radiators. The property was entered into an Eco Self Build competition and the vendor was congratulated by Norwich & Peterborough Building Society for the effort that was made in building an eco-friendly property. The accommodation comprises a spacious reception hall with travertine flooring and oak panelled doors leading into an impressive triple aspect drawing room with feature fireplace, French oak flooring, a magnificent main ceiling beam and French doors to the rear aspect leading onto a paved terrace. There is an exceptionally large dining room with could easily be divided to provide an adjoining family room/games area, also with French oak flooring and door leading into the luxury kitchen fitted with bespoke oak panelled cupboards, central island, granite work surfaces and arched brick recess housing the oil fired Aga. From the kitchen a door leads through to a separate utility/freezer room with stable door to the rear garden and a further door leading into the boiler room and cloakroom. To the first floor there is a spacious landing with door leading to a master bedroom wing comprising a double aspect bedroom with large luxury en suite bathroom with shower. There is also a guest bedroom with luxury en suite bathroom (also with shower), two further double bedrooms, a fifth bedroom (which is currently used as an office) and also a shower room. Outside there is extensive garaging comprising two double garages, one of which is currently used as a workshop. The gardens are a particularly attractive feature of the property being attractively landscaped and provide extensive parking. Special features include: Reception hall with travertine flooring; Oak staircase, oak/hardwood doors and French oak flooring; Bespoke oak fitted kitchen with granite work surfaces, oil fired Aga and travertine flooring, with slate flooring in the boiler room Travertine tiled walls and floors in all bathrooms and shower rooms. Agent s Note: An internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the quality of the build and deceptive size of the property (which is T-shaped). LOCATION The property is situated in Forest Lane, Upper Chute a quiet peaceful hamlet surrounded by rolling countryside which has a church, village hall. Public house and a bus service. The Chutes are a wonderful area for country walks and cycle rides Chute Causeway, with its stunning views, is within a fifteen minute walk. A comprehensive range of shopping, educational and leisure facilities, as well as a mainline railway station providing fast services to Waterloo, can be found in Andover, approximately nine miles away. The picturesque town of Hungerford is approximately twenty minutes drive away and leads to the M4 motorway. The A303 is also close at hand allowing convenient access to London and the West Country. ACCOMMODATION Oak panelled front door leading into: LARGE RECEPTION HALL Travertine flooring. Oak staircase rising to first floor. Oak panelled doors leading to: CLOAKROOM / SHOWER ROOM White suite comprising wash hand basin and low level WC with concealed cistern. Shower cubicle. Part travertine tiled walls and sill. Travertine tiled floor. DRAWING ROOM (Triple aspect) Mellow brick fireplace with inset log burning stove, feature heavy oak mantel. French doors leading onto paved terrace to rear. Magnificent exposed oak beam to ceiling. French oak flooring. EXCEPTIONALLY LARGE DINING ROOM (Triple aspect) French oak flooring. Exposed oak beam to ceiling. Panelled door leading into kitchen. LUXURY FITTED KITCHEN Bespoke oak panelled units with granite work surfaces and central island comprising twin bowl china sink units set in granite work surface with range of oak cupboards and drawers beneath. Extensive range of oak panelled cupboards and drawers. Further china suit unit with drinking tap. Smeg ceramic hob. Integrated Neff dishwasher. Integrated fridge. Pull-out waste disposal. Arched brick recess housing oil fired Aga with concealed lighting over. Travertine flooring. Heavy oak beam to one wall and ceiling. Part glazed panelled door leading onto terrace to rear. Oak panelled door into: UTILITY / FREEZER ROOM Wooden work surfaces with cupboards over, space beneath for freezer, wine storage and plumbing for washing machine. Travertine flooring. Water softener. Oak panelled door with window to side leading to rear garden. Further oak door leading into:
BOILER ROOM Wall cupboard. Slate flooring. Shelving. Two water tanks. Pump. Worcester oil fired boiler with programmers. Slate flooring. Oak door leading to rear garden. Further oak door into: CLOAKROOM White suite comprising wash hand basin and low level WC suite. Slate flooring. FIRST FLOOR SPACIOUS LANDING Window overlooking front garden. Access via aluminium ladder to part boarded, insulated loft with light. Hardwood doors leading into: MASTER BEDROOM WING (Double aspect) Bedroom Fitted double wardrobe cupboard. Telephone point. Door into: En Suite Bathroom White suite comprising Jacuzzi bath. Corner shower cubicle. His and Hers wash hand basins with cupboards beneath. WC with concealed cistern. Part travertine tiled walls and sill. Travertine tiled floor with electric under floor heating. BEDROOM TWO / GUEST SUITE Picture window overlooking rear garden. Feature port hole window to side aspect. Fitted double wardrobe cupboard with drawer unit to side. Eaves storage cupboards. Telephone point. Door to: En Suite Bathroom White suite comprising Jacuzzi bath. Wash hand basin. WC suite with concealed cistern. Corner shower cubicle. Part travertine tiled walls and sill. Travertine tiled floor with electric under floor heating. BEDROOM THREE Fitted wardrobe cupboards to one wall with drawer unit to side. Further double wardrobe cupboard. Telephone point. BEDROOM FOUR Window on two aspects. Fitted double wardrobe. Telephone point. BEDROOM FIVE / OFFICE Port hole window. Telephone point. SHOWER ROOM White suite comprising wash hand basin. WC suite with concealed cistern. Shower cubicle. Part travertine tiled walls. Travertine tiled floor. OUTSIDE Beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds of approximately half an acre Well enclosed by mature hedging. Paviour approach leading through twin five bar gates with gravelled driveway ample parking. Flagstone patio area leading to front entrance with inset slate covered border. Outside lighting. Gate and archways to either side of property leading into rear garden. Dwarf brick/flint faced border with paved steps rising to pergola and garaging. DOUBLE GARAGE ONE Brick/part flint panelled under a tiled roof with twin mahogany double doors. Power and light. Window and door to side. Outside water tap. Exterior power point. REAR GARDEN Well enclosed and attractively landscaped. Mainly laid to lawn with meandering Indian sandstone pathways and patio areas (ideal for al fresco eating). The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with lavender borders. Brick water feature. Mature trees including Chestnut and Yew. Flower borders. Slate covered borders for easy maintenance. Fruit trees including three plum, three cherry, two apple and a pear. DOUBLE GARAGE TWO / WORKSHOP (approached from Butts Hill Lane) Brick and flint construction with timber double doors. Windows on two aspects with door to rear garden. Power and light. Shingle parking area to front for additional parking. 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. DIRECTIONS From Stockbridge proceed in a northerly direction on the A3057, passing through Leckford. On the outskirts of Andover turn left onto the A303 and continue for approximately two miles to the second exit. Take the slip road off the A303, cross over the dual carriageway, then turn left at the traffic lights signposted Weyhill. On reaching the village turn right beside the church. Proceed straight ahead at the junction and continue through Clanville. Proceed for approximately three miles and turn left signposted The Chutes. Continue along this road passing The Hatchet public house on the right. Follow the road round to the right and continue up the hill. Take the second turning on the left, followed by a left turn into Forest Lane (un-named) and the cottage is the first property on the left hand side.