3 bed cottage for sale

Salem Cottages, Burnetts Lane, West End, Southampton SO30

Welcome to Salem Cottages by Marco Harris. South facing garden. This is a truly one off opportunity in an unrivalled setting! Seductively set back from a quiet rural no through road and enjoying panoramic views across surrounding paddocks and open fields. This is a beautifully refurbished and extended semi-detached home offering a rare blend of countryside outlooks and modern living. This no expense spared home now provides three generous bedrooms, extended open-plan living, a separate lounge, wood burner, a feature kitchen island and uninterrupted views from the garden. With its peaceful setting, high-quality finish and no forward chain, this is a home that must be experienced in person to be fully appreciated.

Salem Cottages by Marco Harris- A Refined Countryside Retreat with Unrivalled Views

The Interior

Approached via a private gate and pedestrian pathway, you wouldn't know this home was here! Salem Cottages immediately feels private and tucked away. The front of the property is a quiet oasis, which has been landscaped and scattered with shrubs. The front door opens into a welcoming and airy entrance hall, complete with wooden flooring, vertical radiator, understairs storage and a convenient ground-floor WC. Stairs rise to the first floor, setting the tone for the space and flow throughout the home.

To the right of the hallway sits the lounge, a cosy yet elegant room overlooking trees and woodland to the front, creating a tranquil outlook, set with flagstone flooring emphasising the country feel, the perfect place to relax while double doors connect through to the open-plan living space at the rear, allowing the home to flow beautifully. Accessed from the lounge is the practical boot room, which doubles as a utility space. Fitted with base-level units and plumbing for a washing machine, this room provides everyday practicality and offers direct access out to the rear garden, an ideal place for coats and shoes to keep the rest of the home clear from clutter.

The true heart of the home is found at the rear, where a door from the hallway leads into the stunning open-plan kitchen and living area, designed to make the most of the far-reaching countryside views. The kitchen is centred around a striking island running the length of the room, finished with hardwood worktops and complemented by sleek high-gloss units. There are two double ovens, space for an American-style fridge freezer, an inset sink with drainer, a five-ring gas hob and a flexible mixer tap. The lighting of this room is exceptional from the industrial pendent lights Bi-fold doors and a rear window frame the garden and fields beyond, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. This space is further enhanced by a dedicated seating and dining area, complete with its own wood burner, making it an ideal second lounge or entertaining space. Three Velux-style windows flood the room with natural light, ensuring it remains bright and inviting through every season of the year.

Upstairs, the first floor continues to impress. The principal bedroom is positioned to the rear of the property and makes the most of the spectacular views, with windows that fully open to enjoy the outlook across the fields. This generous room also benefits from a walk-in wardrobe area with ample hanging and shelving, and a stylish en-suite shower room featuring complementary tiling, a double shower with rain-effect and handheld shower, a concealed low-level WC and a vanity unit with inset basin.

Bedroom two is a well-proportioned double bedroom situated to the front of the property, overlooking woodland, and offers direct access to the family bathroom for added practicality. The family bathroom is fitted with a panel-enclosed bath, low-level WC and wash basin. Bedroom three is another generous double room, also positioned to the front of the property.

Throughout, the home has been meticulously maintained and upgraded by the current owners, with a level of finish that is rarely found in comparable properties.

The Garden & Frontage

Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking to the rear along with access to a garage. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn, with a pathway running the full length of the plot and leading to a rear gate. A raised patio area sits at the far end of the garden, providing an ideal spot for seating and enjoying the far-reaching views, while a further patio directly outside the bi-fold doors offers the perfect space for al fresco dining and entertaining. Other benefits externally include a warm tap for dog washing.

A three-bar fence borders the garden, ensuring the stunning views across the surrounding farmland remain uninterrupted, creating a wonderful sense of openness and connection with the landscape. Due to the nature of the setting, the property is accessed via a no through road, reinforcing the peaceful and semi-rural feel.

Living in Burnetts Lane, West End

Burnetts Lane offers a unique balance of countryside surroundings and everyday convenience. The property is equidistant to both Wildern School and Wyvern College, making it an ideal choice for families. A nearby pedestrian walkway provides direct access to Hedge End railway station, offering easy connections to Southampton, Portsmouth and London.

Hedge End’s shopping district and retail park are close at hand, providing a wide range of supermarkets, shops, cafés and leisure facilities, while excellent access to the M27 motorway ensures straightforward commuting across the South Coast and beyond. This location combines rural outlooks with strong transport links and amenities, making it a highly desirable place to call home.

Useful Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold
Vendor Position: No forward chain
Parking: Off-road parking and garage
Heating: Gas Heating
Utilities: Lpg Tank situated to the rear, private drainage
Services: Mains water with fantastic water pressure
EPC Rating: D

Disclaimer Property Details: Whilst believed to be accurate, all details are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. We have not carried out a detailed survey nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. Measurements are approximate.