4 bed detached house for sale

High Street, Odiham, Hook, Hampshire RG29

A characterful Grade II listed four bedroom home in a secluded position along Odiham High Street.

Description
This charming Grade II listed four bedroom home offers an elegant blend of historic character and generous, well-balanced accommodation totalling almost 3,100 sq ft. Set behind a walled frontage, the house enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion, with a wealth of retained period features reflecting its heritage throughout.

The ground floor is arranged around a welcoming entrance hall. To the rear, a formal drawing room features a fireplace and a bay of sash windows overlooking the garden, creating a refined yet inviting reception space. Adjacent is a separate dining room, equally rich in character, with exposed beams and a fireplace highlighting the home’s historic charm.

On the opposite side of the entrance hall are the sitting room, complete with its own fireplace, and the kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen is warm and characterful, with exposed timber beams, fitted wooden cabinetry, a gas Aga and ample space for a dining table. A storage area opens directly to the outdoor courtyard. A utility room and a downstairs cloakroom provide excellent everyday practicality, completing the ground floor accommodation.

The first floor comprises a dual-aspect principal bedroom with an adjoining bathroom, along with three further bedrooms. Two benefit from en suite bathrooms, while the fourth includes a shower and basin within the room. All bedrooms are complemented by built-in storage.

A further staircase leads down to the basement level, where a large cellar room provides flexible additional space.

Outside, the house is set within established and beautifully planted gardens, enclosed by historic brick walls that create a secluded and tranquil setting. Lawned areas are framed by mature planting, with space for seating and outdoor enjoyment throughout the seasons. The property is approached via a private courtyard-style setting, further reinforcing the sense of privacy and exclusivity.

Location
The Georgian village of Odiham provides a selection of shops, a doctors’ surgery, dentist, and opticians, a Post Office, and a variety of public houses and restaurants. Every Friday morning there is a local market on the High Street with stalls selling fruit and vegetables, cheese and bread.

The Georgian market town of Farnham (8.3 miles) offers a wide selection of branded and independent shops, together with supermarkets including Waitrose, M&S Simply Food and Sainsbury’s, as well as a variety of cafés and restaurants. Cultural facilities include Farnham Maltings, which hosts a programme of theatre, film and arts events. Brightwells Yard provides an additional mix of restaurants and bars, a gym and a six screen cinema, while the town hosts a range of seasonal events throughout the year. More extensive facilities can be found in Guildford (17.5 miles) and Basingstoke (8 miles).

The property also benefits from excellent transport links, with the M3 motorway accessible at Junction 5, providing swift connections to the national motorway network, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Southampton airports. Mainline railway stations at Hook (2.5 miles) and Winchfield (3.4 miles) offer regular services to London Waterloo from around 58 and 52 respectively, making the location ideal for commuters.

There is a selection of state schools from infant to secondary level including Buryfields Infant School, Mayhill Junior School and Robert May’s in Odiham, and Long Sutton C of E Primary in Long Sutton. Private schools in the vicinity include Lord Wandsworth College in Long Sutton, Wellesley Prep in Stratfield Turgis and Edgeborough School in Frensham.

For outdoor enthusiasts, this part of Hampshire offers excellent walking, cycling and riding opportunities across glorious countryside, with the Basingstoke Canal towpath leading to Odiham Castle and Greywell.

Please note, all distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,099 sq ft