7 bed farmhouse for sale

Ashe, Nr Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG25

Nestled within a delightful setting approaching 11 acres this impressive country house offers beautifully proportioned and versatile accommodation, perfectly blending elegant character with modern comfort.

Approached along an extensive driveway, an elegant porch leads into the spacious entrance hall and through to the wide central hall. From here access to the main rooms is provided including the light-filled dining and sitting room, complete with a feature fireplace and access to the garden – ideal for entertaining or relaxed family living. The drawing room also features a fireplace, while the library and family room, both with bay windows, create inviting spaces to unwind. The family room benefits from double doors opening out to the front of the house. The family kitchen is an impressive space, thoughtfully designed and seamlessly connected via steps to an orangery bathed in natural light, with double doors leading to the terrace and gardens beyond. Additional ground floor accommodation includes a large workshop, utility room, boot room, pantry, and two WCs, providing practicality alongside charm.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite is a fabulous space and features an en suite bathroom, dressing room, and two sets of doors opening onto a private balcony with views over the grounds. There are two further bedrooms with en suite facilities, along with four additional bedrooms served by two family bathrooms, offering excellent flexibility for family and guests alike.

Outside, electric gates open onto a sweeping driveway that meanders through the beautifully maintained grounds of approximately 11 acres, leading to ample parking at the front of the house. The gardens are a delight, with mature trees, hedges, and carefully planted colourful flower beds creating a serene and secluded setting. A picturesque pond in a 'Japanese garden style' with a wooden bridge, a dedicated outdoor dining area, stables, a riding school (menage) and a swimming pool complete this exceptional countryside haven.

This remarkable property combines privacy, elegance, and rural charm in equal measure - a perfect family home or country retreat in an enchanting setting.

Ashe HIll is located in the quaint picturesque hamlet of Ashe, which is surrounded by rolling countryside. Local amenities can be found in the nearby village of Overton, which has a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, doctors' surgery, veterinary and and a mainline station to London Waterloo. The major commercial centres of Basingstoke, Winchester and Newbury are easily accessible and provide a more extensive range of leisure, recreational and shopping facilities. Communication links are first class, with quick road access via the A34 and M3 to the motorway network and fast regular trains to London Waterloo from Overton or Basingstoke, taking approx 60 and 45 minutes respectively. There are an excellent choice of preparatory and senior fee paying schools in the area including Cheam, Elstree, Farleigh Prep, St Swithun's, Winchester College and Wellesley Prep.