5 bed country house for sale

Watch Lane, Whitchurch RG28

Tucked away at the end of a private track and surrounded by glorious open countryside, this substantial and much-loved home offers a rare combination of space, privacy and future potential. Set within just over an acre of gardens and grounds, the property enjoys far-reaching, uninterrupted views across adjoining fields, offering a truly peaceful rural setting.

The main house is a charming and versatile five-bedroom cottage arranged over two floors, extending to approximately 2,767 sq ft of internal space. Having been the cherished family home of the current owners for the past 24 years, it has been thoughtfully extended over time to adapt to the needs of a growing family, resulting in well-balanced and flexible living space throughout.

On the ground floor, the accommodation starts with a porch entrance into a welcoming hallway. There are four reception rooms, providing excellent versatility for both family life and entertaining. These include a generous sitting room, a separate living room with open fireplace, a comfortable family room with a second feature fireplace opening directly onto the grounds, and an office or play room overlooking the garden. The spacious kitchen forms the heart of the home, with range cooker, island unit and ample space for dining and everyday living. A large utility room and a ground floor WC complete the downstairs accommodation.

The first floor offers five bedrooms in total, including a particularly spacious principal bedroom with en-suite bath/shower room. The four remaining bedrooms share a well-appointed family bathroom.

In addition to the main house, the property benefits from a substantial detached garage complex, incorporating a double garage, a carport, and additional storage areas. Above the garage is a sizeable first-floor studio/office room extending to approximately 22’9” x 14’9”, currently used as a cinema room. This highly adaptable space is ideal for use as a home office, studio, hobbies room or guest accommodation, offering excellent separation from the main house.

Outside, a sweeping driveway leads to the house and garaging, offering ample off-road parking. The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 1.15 acres and are predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with mature trees and shrubs, and bordered by open farmland to the side and rear, creating a wonderfully private setting.

A generous patio spans the front of the property, providing an ideal space for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the built in pizza oven. The gardens also boast a substantial summerhouse with power, a productive vegetable garden with raised beds, and a chicken coop.

One of the most compelling features of the property is the approved planning permission for a brand new, detached family cottage, with the existing plot to be divided evenly between the two properties (Planning Application: 20/02267/ful). This presents an exciting opportunity for multi-generational living, development, or long-term investment, while still retaining a substantial plot for the original house.

The property is situated in the small hamlet of Freefolk, nestled between the highly regarded villages of Whitchurch and Overton. Whitchurch, in particular, is well known for its attractive high street, independent shops, cafés and traditional pubs, as well as excellent local schooling. The town also benefits from a mainline railway station offering regular services to London Waterloo, making it popular with commuters seeking a rural lifestyle without sacrificing connectivity.

For road links, the nearby A34 provides easy access to Winchester, Oxford and the Midlands, while the South Coast is also readily reachable. The surrounding North Hampshire countryside offers a wealth of walking, riding and outdoor pursuits, with the River Test nearby, renowned for its fly fishing and scenic beauty