Nestled off a quiet lane on the outskirts of this picturesque hamlet, this spacious family home is set in 3 acres situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park. The property offers approx. 3400sqft of accommodation and has been completely renovated to an exceptionally high standard by the current owners. The ground floor accommodation comprises a beautiful, light and airy entrance hall, drawing room, snug, dining room, office, sun lounge, stunning 26ft kitchen/breakfast room, utility/laundry room and shower room. On the first floor there are four large double bedrooms, including an ample master bedroom with separate dressing room and a recently fitted en-suite bathroom. There is also a family bathroom and a 19ft playroom/study.Introduction Nestled off a quiet lane on the outskirts of this picturesque hamlet, this spacious family home is set in 3 acres situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park. The property offers approx. 3400sqft of accommodation and has been completely renovated to an exceptionally high standard by the current owners. The ground floor accommodation comprises a beautiful, light and airy entrance hall, drawing room, snug, dining room, office, sun lounge, stunning 26ft kitchen/breakfast room, utility/laundry room and shower room. On the first floor there are four large double bedrooms, including an ample master bedroom with separate dressing room and a recently fitted en-suite bathroom. There is also a family bathroom and a 19ft playroom/study.The property comes with a double carport, 3 acres of land including beautiful formal gardens, adjoining paddocks and amazing views. Additional benefits include a 36ft by 26ft workshop which has planning consent to be turned into an Annexe, with project halfway through completion and plans can be inspected. With external buildings the property has approx. 4614 sqft of accommodation.Location The property is located in Soberton and benefits from being conveniently close to the neighbouring villages of Bishops Waltham and Wickham, with Petersfield 12 miles away with its mainline railway station to London Waterloo. It is approx. 20 minutes from the Cathedral City of Winchester (with rail links to London in approx. 55mins), Southampton Airport and main motorway access routes.Inside To the front of the property there is a large covered veranda/porch from which double doors lead through to a beautiful entrance hall which has access to a cellar. The dining room has fitted cupboards to one wall and overlooks the gardens to the front of the house with a set of French doors leading out onto the front terrace. The snug is fitted with a range of oak cupboards and shelving and leads to a light and spacious drawing room. This room is triple aspect enjoying views across the gardens and valley with French doors leading onto the rear patio. It has an attractive stone 'Adams' style fireplace with inset wood burning stove, oak flooring and access to a cellar. The office is fitted with a range of oak furniture including cupboards, drawers and desks. The sun lounge, to the rear of the property, has a set of French doors opening onto the garden.The heart of the house has to be the stunning kitchen/breakfast room, which has recently been fitted with a modern range of oak wall and base units with cupboards and drawers under. There is a built-in electric hob with extractor over as well as a double oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. One of the main features of the room is the large central island with breakfast bar. The utility/laundry room is fitted with a matching range of wall and base units and leads out onto the rear garden. A recently fitted spacious shower room completes the ground floor accommodation.On the first floor there is a spacious galleried landing, which has a double airing cupboard and an opening leading through to a large playroom/study from which there are wonderful panoramic views. Alcoves to one wall have been fitted with a range of shelving and cupboards. The master bedroom suite comprises a dressing room with a range of fitted wardrobes and a recently fitted en-suite bathroom comprising a panel enclosed Spa/Airbath with separate shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins with cupboards below and low level WC. The triple aspect bedroom itself has a further walk-in wardrobe and the room enjoys views across the gardens and valley beyond. There are three further double bedrooms and a recently fitted modern family bathroom.Outside A sweeping block paved driveway provides ample off road parking for 12-14 cars and leads to a double carport. The front garden is laid to lawn with extensive planting. It has an elevated veranda, which is perfect for taking in the panoramic views and sunsets. The large rear garden is mainly laid to lawn and planted with a variety of fruit trees and shrubs.To one side of the garden there is also a thoughtfully designed barbeque/dining area with pagola. Additional benefits include a substantial workshop, which could make an ideal games room, annexe or even could be converted into a holiday let (subject to the relevant planning consents). A gate leads through to the paddocks.Directions Leave Bishops Waltham along Lower Lane/The Hangers (B3035) heading towards Corhampton. Continue along this road to the roundabout and take the second exit onto Warnford Road (A32). Continue along this road turning left onto Sheep Pond Lane (B2150). Turn right into Station Road and follow this road (it becomes School Hill) to the staggered crossroads. Proceed ahead into Chalk Hill, where after 300 yards the property can be found on the left hand side.Tenure Freeholdcouncil tax Winchester City Council - Band G
£ 1,950,000
This pretty farmhouse constructed of brick elevations under a tile roof is set in the South Downs National Park. It is located off a quiet country lane and is surrounded by its own land. There are some fine period features such as exposed oak beams and brick and inglenook fireplaces. The property requires some modernisation but represents a unique opportunity for a new owner. In addition, there is a useful attached two bedroom cottage that could be incorporated into the main house. The house has lovely views over the well-maintained gardens and over the immediate countryside. The arrangement of the rooms can be seen on the floor plans.Close to the entrance of the property there is a large agricultural barn that is divided into sections that comprises two integral stables, hay, feed and machinery stores. Beside this are two additional wooden stables and further along the driveway is The Bothy, constructed of brick foundations, wooden cladding and a clay tile roof. It offers a spacious home office with kitchenette and WC. To either side of the driveway are post and rail paddocks.The gardens provide an attractive backdrop to the property and contain mature borders and some fine trees. Lawns fall away to the pond that provides a haven for wildlife. There is a vegetable garden with two garden storage sheds and a greenhouse.Nb: There is a public footpath through the grass paddocks to the south of the farmhouse.Roke Farm is situated close to the charming market town of Bishops Waltham which has a range of independent shops and restaurants and both Winchester and Petersfield offer plenty of shopping and cultural opportunities. Winchester has a regular fast train service to London Waterloo (from about 57 minutes); Southampton Airport has scheduled flights to a variety of national and European destinations. Independent schools include Twyford School, The Pilgrims' School, St Swithun's School, Winchester College, Bedales and King Edward VI School.
£ 2,495,000