5 bed detached house for sale

Hazeley Bottom, Hartley Wintney, Hook, Hampshire RG27

This elegant family home enjoys a peaceful rural position with far-reaching countryside views, offering both character and comfort in equal measure. Grade II listed, the property combines period charm with excellent accommodation and beautifully tended gardens.

Upon entering, the welcoming entrance hall leads through to a generous sitting room, complete with a striking stone fireplace and a cosy log burner, perfect for relaxing evenings. The adjoining dining room also features an attractive fireplace and flows seamlessly into a delightful south-facing garden room, where two sets of double doors open onto the garden, flooding the space with natural light.

At the heart of the home lies the family kitchen, designed for everyday dining and informal seating, with direct access to the garden, making it ideal for both family life and entertaining. The traditionally styled kitchen is fitted with an island and an aga, and is complemented by a practical adjoining utility and laundry room, as well as a boot room — perfect for returning from countryside walks or rural work. Beyond this, a snug and study offer additional spaces for work or relaxation.

Upstairs, the first floor offers a collection of charming bedrooms, each positioned to make the most of the garden outlook, creating a peaceful retreat. These are served by two well-appointed bathrooms, offering comfort and style. Planning permission is already in place and active for the creation of a new entrance hall and a first-floor extension, presenting the potential to further enhance this wonderful home. Additional storage is available in the eaves, and an attached double garage provides excellent space for vehicles or further development, alongside a separate garden store and wood storage.

The property is approached via a wide gravelled driveway, with established hedgerows and mature trees offering a sense of privacy and seclusion to the front. To the rear, the enviably positioned south-facing gardens are beautifully laid out, featuring a spacious terrace, sweeping lawns, and a pathway leading to a charming arbour that opens into a paddock with a field shelter. A chicken run and vegetable garden complete the outdoor offering, creating an idyllic countryside lifestyle in a truly special setting.

Hartley Wintney 1.2 miles, Winchfield station 2.8 miles (London Waterloo from 49 minutes), Basingstoke 10.6 miles, Reading 13.6 miles (London Paddington from 29 minutes) M3 (Junction 4A) 6,2 miles, M4 (Junction 11) 9.5 miles (All distances and times are approximate.)

The property is situated in the rural hamlet of Hazeley Bottom, directly opposite the heathland of Hazeley Heath (protected under a Site of Special Scientific Interest status), with access to numerous public footpaths and bridleways.
Everyday facilities can be found in the nearby picturesque village of Hartley Wintney (6 miles), which has a pretty high street, and Hook (5.3 miles) where there is a Tesco and Sainsburys supermarket. A more extensive and comprehensive range of recreational and shopping facilities are available in the nearby towns of Basingstoke (7.8 miles) and Reading (11.2 miles).
The M3 and M4 motorways a short distance away providing access to London, the national motorway network and Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Railway stations at Hook, Winchfield and Basingstoke provide a fast and regular services to London Waterloo (from 45 mins).
There are a number of excellent schools in the area, including White Water Primary School in Rotherwick and Robert Mays Secondary School in Hook, Wellesley Prep School, St Neot's, Lord Wandsworth and Wellington.