3 bed end terrace house for sale

Hyde Abbey Road, Winchester SO23

A modernised and extended Victorian family home set in the heart of Hyde, blending original character charm with a contemporary extension creating a fabulous light filled kitchen/living space with a charming snug room and a formal living room. The property is infused with features which include sash windows, woodburning stove, and high ceilings, and benefits from a home office/garden room to the rear of the garden. Upstairs there are double bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom – the galleried landing with light streaming in from well-place skylights is a particularly attractive feature. The garden is beautifully landscaped, with flowering borders, raised beds and a sunny patio for entertaining and relaxing.
EPC D Council Tax E

The property This beautifully presented three-bedroom end-of-terrace Victorian home is tucked away in the highly sought-after Hyde area of Winchester, on a quiet no-through road. Originally an artisans' cottage, it retains much of its period charm with red brick elevations and character features, while also benefiting from a stylish modernisation and impressive extension.

A sheltered inset porch opens into the welcoming entrance hall, where polished oak floorboards flow through much of the ground floor. At the heart of the home is a generous sitting room, with space for a large corner sofa, fitted bookshelves and cupboards, and a fireplace with woodburning stove. Glazed folding doors lead through to the living room/study, which enjoys a sash window with plantation shutters, built-in storage, and a flexible layout.

Stepping down from the family room, a short corridor leads past a spacious modern cloakroom/utility/shower room before opening into the stunning extended kitchen/dining/living space. This contemporary addition boasts high vaulted ceilings, underfloor heating, and an abundance of natural light from electric Velux windows and a full-height glazed wall with sliding doors to the landscaped garden. The kitchen is well appointed with quartz worktops, excellent storage, a breakfast bar, and built-in Bosch appliances.

Upstairs, a bright galleried landing with skylight leads to three well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom features built-in wardrobes, an attractive original fireplace, and a large sash window with views across rooftops and mature trees. Bedroom two, currently used as a nursery, has a feature fireplace and overlooks the rear garden, while bedroom three offers further generous accommodation with access to a useful loft. All bedrooms are fitted with blackout blinds for comfort.

The stylish family bathroom completes the accommodation, with a rainfall shower over the bath, contemporary vanity unit with storage, and a sleek finish of white tiling and patterned floor tiles.

Outside:
The enclosed sunny rear garden has been professionally landscaped by the current owners, with raised beds, attractive planting, gravel paths and an attractive patio area for outside relaxation and entertaining. Towards the end of the garden is a modern home office with power, and light – ideal for homeworking.

Location:
Situated within an easy walk of Winchester's historic town centre, in the desirable area of Hyde, and within easy reach of Winchester's main line railway station. Hyde is a popular family location, as well as being ideally situated for access to the town centre, there are several popular local pubs and excellent sports facilities nearby, including rugby, cricket and football clubs, as well as the new leisure centre in the wider area. Hyde Abbey Road itself has a wonderful neighbourhood ethos with active WhatsApp group, and an annual street party for everyone to get together.

The historic town centre with its wide range of shops, boutiques, cafés and eateries and public houses, is within walking distance. Further entertainment and interest can be found in the river walks, the theatre, cinema, many museums and the city's stunning cathedral.

Schooling: The property falls within catchment for St Bedes CofE Primary School, The Westgate School, and Peter Symonds 6th Form College, each of which are within walking distance. Nearby independent schools include Winchester College, St Swithun's, King Edward VI and preparatory schools such as The Pilgrims' School, Twyford School and Prince's Mead.

The property:
Construction: A late 19th Century Victorian terraced property over two floors with a modern 2016 extension. The main construction is of red brick, laid in a running bond, with attractive patterning in contrasting brick, all under a slate roof. Overall plot size 0.04 acres.

Local Authorities: Hampshire County Council and Winchester City Council

Parking: The property benefits from on street permit parking, available via Hampshire County Council, a public car park for which season tickets may be purchased is available nearby.

Restrictive Covenants: Tba
Tenure: Freehold
EPC: Band D
Council Tax Band: E

Broadband: (Data via Ofcom)
Standard Max 16 Mbps Download speed
Superfast Max 80 Mbps Download speed
Ultrafast Max 1000 Mbps Download speed

Flood Risk: Surface Water - very low; Rivers and Seas – very low.

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