9 bed equestrian for sale

Roe Downs Road, Medstead, Alton, Hampshire GU34

An exceptional country house with well-proportioned rooms and stunning views.

Description
Roedowns House is an exceptional country house, situated in an idyllic setting overlooking open farmland on the edge of the popular village of Medstead. Roedowns House offers excellent family accommodation over three floors with beautifully proportioned rooms set in wonderful gardens and grounds with views from every window. There is a one bedroom cottage, studio flat, stable block with five stables and a tack room, manège, tractor shed, garage, carport and various outbuildings.

Accommodation
A spacious reception hall with an elegant staircase to the first floor creating a welcoming entrance to the property. To the right lies the large drawing room, perfect for entertaining, while to the left a well-proportioned dining room, both rooms have lovely open fireplaces. The charming country kitchen forms the heart of the home, centred around a classic Aga and offering an inviting space for relaxed gatherings. The study enjoys lovely views with doors opening on to the garden. Practical spaces include a boot room, laundry/utility room, cloakroom and pantry. There is also a large cellar with a wine store.

On the first floor is a principal bedroom suite, featuring an en suite bathroom and a generous dressing room. Two additional bedrooms are located on this level, each with its own bathroom. The second floor provides four further bedrooms and a family bathroom, offering excellent flexibility for guests or children.

The ancillary accommodation includes a charming one bedroom cottage and a separate studio cottage, perfect for guests or multi-generational living.

The outbuildings include a hayloft, five well-appointed stables with a tack room, along with a tractor shed, carport and additional store buildings, providing excellent facilities for equestrian and practical use.

Gardens and grounds
The gardens are beautifully laid out, offering a lovely blend of formal planting and open lawns. A tennis court and swimming pool are tucked discreetly within the grounds with several well-kept paddocks ideal for equestrian use. In total the property extends to about 8.15 acres, offering space, privacy in an idyllic rural setting.

Please note that photos were taken August 2024.

Location
Situated in a superb position at the end of a private drive, the property is located close to the village of Medstead. The village has an active local community with a primary school, local shop, church, public house and a number of village clubs and societies. The market towns of Alresford and Alton both offer a useful range of amenities, with Alton station providing a direct service to London Waterloo. For a wider selection of shops, services, and cultural attractions, the Cathedral city of Winchester offers an extensive array of options. The surrounding countryside offers beautiful walks and bridleways.

The area is ideally located for high-quality schooling including Medstead, Bentworth, and Four Marks primary schools, Perins School and Amery Hill senior schools. Twyford and Pilgrim Prep schools are in easy reach as are Bedales, Churcher’s, St Swithun’s, Winchester College and Lord Wandsworth school.

Square Footage: 6,446 sq ft

Acreage:
8 Acres



Additional Info
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (cesspool). Oil fired central heating. Lpg gas to The Lodge.
Council Tax Band H (Roedowns House) and B (The Lodge)
Freehold