Chawton, Hampshire, GU34

A Grade II Listed period cottage of great charm and character situated in the historic Hampshire village of Chawton. The cottage retains all of its inherent character with fireplaces, brick floors a wooden staircase, leaded light windows, latch doors, exposed wood floor boards and period beams. The accommodation has a comfortable and homely feel and includes a spacious (14’4 x 13’9) sitting room with a lovely brick fireplace housing a solid fuel stove. There is also a kitchen, which features a Butler sink and a dining area with brick floor and a separate ground floor cloakroom. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. Both bedrooms benefit from fitted wardrobe cupboards. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a charming cottage in a gorgeous village setting.

Outside

The gardens are a lovely feature of the cottage and lie mainly to the front and side. A pedestrian gate and brick path lead to the front door whilst there is also a very useful lean too store attached to the side of the cottage. There is also a very private courtyard with pergola at the rear of the cottage.

Situation

Chawton is one of the prettiest and most unspoilt villages in Hampshire and is set within the northern borders of the South Downs National Park. There is an active community with a church, primary school, 'The Greyfriars' public house and café. The village is home to Jane Austen's House and Museum, a Grade I listed building, with a lovely landscaped garden. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunity for a number of country pursuits. The thriving market town of Alton has a good range of individual shops, Waitrose food shop and M&S Simply Food, cinema, sports centre, two secondary schools, 6th form college and railway station to London Waterloo. The A31 provides a link to the A3 and M3 with routes to London, the South West and beyond.