Guide price
£400,000
3 bed terraced house for saleLower Basingwell Street, Bishops Waltham SO32
3 beds
1 bath
1 reception
Added on
About this property
Grade II listed three bedroom cottage
Heart of bishop’s waltham
Generous rear garden
Additional garden room
Useful cellar
Period charm and character
Scope for improvement (STPP)
Freehold
EPC ordered
Winchester council band D
Introduction
A charming Grade II listed cottage, beautifully positioned in the heart of Bishop’s Waltham, offering an appealing combination of period character, versatile accommodation and an exceptionally generous rear garden. With three bedrooms, a cellar and additional living space overlooking the garden, this is a home filled with personality and potential. Perfectly suited to those looking to downsize without compromising on outside space, the property also presents an exciting opportunity for buyers wishing to create something truly special. With scope to explore further improvements or reconfiguration, subject to the necessary listed building and planning consents, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy village living with room for future possibilities.
Location
Lower Basingwell Street enjoys a wonderful position within the historic market town of Bishop’s Waltham, just moments from its picturesque centre. Renowned for its independent boutiques, traditional pubs, welcoming cafés and excellent everyday amenities, the town offers a genuine sense of community alongside an enviable lifestyle. Beautiful countryside walks and the historic Bishop’s Waltham Palace ruins are close by, while Winchester, Southampton and the surrounding Meon Valley are all readily accessible. It is a location that effortlessly combines the charm of traditional village life with the convenience of modern living.
Inside
The accommodation unfolds across three levels, offering a delightful mixture of cosy living spaces and practical versatility. A welcoming entrance hallway leads into a comfortable lounge, an inviting room in which to relax and unwind. Beyond, the kitchen provides access towards the rear of the property, where a delightful summer room creates an additional living space overlooking the garden. Complete with an adjoining shower room and useful storage room, this part of the home offers considerable flexibility, whether used for entertaining, hobbies or simply enjoying a quieter retreat.
Upstairs, three bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation, with the principal bedroom benefiting from its own en-suite facilities. A cellar adds another interesting dimension to the property, offering valuable additional space and further versatility. Throughout, the cottage presents an opportunity to embrace its historic character while considering how the accommodation might evolve to suit individual needs, always with appropriate consideration for its Grade II listed status.
Outside
Perhaps the most captivating feature of this property is its remarkably generous rear garden. Extending far beyond what one might expect from a home so conveniently positioned within the town, the outside space offers a wonderful sense of freedom and an abundance of possibilities. Whether your vision is for beautifully landscaped gardens, colourful planting, productive vegetable beds or secluded areas in which to relax and entertain, there is ample opportunity to create a truly special outdoor setting.
For keen gardeners, the potential is particularly exciting, while those simply seeking peace, privacy and space to enjoy the changing seasons will find plenty to appreciate. The sheer depth of the garden is a real surprise and gives this charming cottage a distinctive appeal. Combined with its historic setting and adaptable accommodation, it offers a lifestyle opportunity that is increasingly difficult to find in such a central and desirable location.
Services:
Gas, water, electricity and mains drainage are connected. Please note that none of the services or appliances have been tested by White & Guard
Broadband: Full Fibre Broadband Up to 115 Mbps upload speed Up to 1600 Mbps download speed. This is based on information provided by Openreach.
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