Exton

A picturesque thatched cottage, perfectly set within beautiful landscaped gardens of approximately half an acre, in the heart of this pretty, quintessential Hampshire village - nestling alongside the west bank of the river meon. The cottage we believe dates back to the 16th century and is grade II listed for it's special architectural/historic interest. Whether inside or out the unique charm, heritage and character of the property is simply captivating, seamlessly blending the 21st century with the most sympathetic of restorations. 

The property, has been meticulously maintained and enhanced with the greatest attention to detail - the thatch was replaced in 2023.  Inside there is an abundance of carefully preserved period features which include fabulous inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams, oak doors and flooring. The more modern elements include oil fired heating. 

The accommodation is spacious, versatile and perfect for family living and entertaining.

ENTRANCE:
The front door is set under the pretty thatched canopy and opens into the entrance porch where there is a door to the cloakroom and the dining room.

CLOAKROOM:
Fitted with a white enclosed cistern WC and wash hand basin with mixer tap and cupboard beneath.  Tiled floor. 

DINING ROOM:
The dining room is perfectly proportioned for dining and entertaining, dual aspect with a window  to the front and a window overlooking the garden. Fabulous inglenook fireplace. Doors leading to the sitting room and kitchen/breakfast room.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:
Beautifully fitted with a bespoke crafted Elm unit, neatly positioned beneath the two kitchen cottage windows and incorporating a double bowl Belfast style sink with a mixer tap over. There is plenty of space for a breakfast table and free standing furniture. Oak flooring and an  oil fired AGA. Window to the rear aspect, and doors leading to the utility/boot room and the scullery/larder.

SCULLERY/LARDER
The larder is fitted with useful shelving and storage.  Boiler room adjoining. 

UTILITY/BOOT ROOM:
Fitted with a Belfast style sink with mixer tap over, fitted cupboard beneath. Utility cupboard and bench seat/storage. Space for a free standing refridgerator.  Door leading to the rear garden.

SITTING ROOM :
A really lovely double aspect sitting room, centring around the impressive inglenook fireplace which also features a bread oven.  Door leading to the second staircase. Door to:

STUDY/OCCASIONAL ROOM:
A really useful and versatile additional ground floor room with vaulted ceiling and two windows to the side asepect.  A stable style door leads to:

SUN/GARDEN ROOM:
Perfectly positioned for enjoying the view of the garden and the southerly rear aspect. French doors open out onto the rear terrace.

THERE ARE TWO STAIRCASES, WHICH LEAD TO THE FIRST FLOOR.

BEDROOM ONE:
Fabulous main bedroom, featuring exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling. Fitted wardrobe. Window to the side aspect and two windows over the open galleried stairs with a view over the rear garden. 

BEDROOM TWO:
Super double room which is accessed via the second staircase. There is a door leading into the Jack and Jill bathroom and a door to the staircase leading to the second floor bedroom/studio room.  Window overlooking the front aspect. 

BEDROOM FOUR/STUDIO ROOM:
Divided by a low beam and used as two separate areas, ideal as a bed/study/sitting room.

BEDROOM THREE:
Fitted wardrobe and a window overlooking the garden.

JACK AND JILL BATHROOM:
The bathroom, can be accessed via bedroom two and from the landing between bedrooms one and three. Fitted with a white suite incorporating an enclosed cistern WC, panelled bath with tiled surround and shower over. Fitted cabinet with circular bowl wash hand basin with mixer tap over.     

OUTSIDE:
The grounds of the property extend to approximately 0.5 of an acre and are beautifully landscaped in a traditional cottage garden style with extensive, manicured lawned areas which are bordered by sweeping established beds, planting and a variety of mature trees and shrubs.  A five bar gate at the front of the property gives access to the gravel driveway, which is alongside the cottage and leads to the rear enclosed courtyard garden area which provides additional parking and turning.  There is a garage with separate workshop area and loft storage above (which is currently being utilised as stabling). A superb York Stone terrace adjoins the rear of the cottage, bordered by a retaining wall and attractive hedging - a perfect place to enjoy the view of the garden and the southerely aspect.  There is a greenhouse, garden shed, pond and vegetable garden.    Additional outbuildings, offer a perfect versatile spaces, incorporating a summerhouse, workshop and adjoining store.

LOCATION:
Exton village is a historic, quintessential Hampshire village, set along the west bank of the river meon within the beautiful landscape and countryside of the South Downs national park. The village itself, has an abundance of beautiful homes and buildings, along with a great village community, an excellent local public house and the village church. The village is perfect for enjoying countryside pursuits, walking, cycling and riding. There is a village shop in the neighbouring village of Meonstoke and of course the area is perfectly placed for access into the neighbouring viillages, towns and cities of Winchester, Portsmouth, Southampton and Petersfield.


COUNCIL TAX BAND:
Council Tax Band - G - Winchester City Council £3722.01 FOR 2024/2025
EPC RATING: E