Kilham Lane, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22

A substantial detached family home occupying a generous sized plot.

Description

16 Kilham Lane is a highly desirable property reflecting the distinctive style of local architect, Andy Ramus. The current owners have created a striking transformation of this classic 1950s home in Winchester, reimagined by AR Design Studio as the family home that it has become. Taking the original format and coupled with the requirement for more space, the current owners have successfully reconfigured and expanded the space into a bright, open, and family-friendly environment that embraces indoor/outdoor living. The dynamic extension provides a feeling of a home designed for living, growing and connecting. The design concept splits the extension into two distinct yet harmonious forms: a sleek, charcoal grey living area on the ground floor topped with a warm, timber-clad sleeping zone above. This combination offers a balance of robust and inviting materials that appeal to both adults and children alike. The ground level is all about openness and flexibility. It features a spacious kitchen, dining and living area that flow seamlessly together, perfect for family gatherings, playtime, and everyday life. Large full height, eco-friendly sliding glass doors open the space completely to the garden, creating an uninterrupted transition between indoors and out. This makes the garden feel like an extension of the home, ideal for summer barbecues, children's play, and outdoor relaxation.

The design maximizes natural light with floor-to-ceiling glass and side opaque panels that fill the interior with soft, diffused light. The continuous floor surface and flush thresholds blur the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, encouraging kids to run freely between the two. The upper floor, wrapped in western red cedar, is designed as a tranquil retreat for the family. It features a generous principal suite with a dedicated dressing area and an additional three bedrooms, offering each family member their own space as well as a further study or fifth bedroom. The lightweight timber construction minimizes the need for columns, ensuring the upper floor feels effortlessly supported without interrupting the ground floor's open-plan layout. Built with family comfort and sustainability in mind, the house boasts super-insulated walls and high-performance glazing that keep the home cosy in winter and cool in summer, reducing energy costs. The oversized cavities and timber construction allow for exceptional insulation, while the carefully placed vertical windows bring in natural light without compromising privacy, perfect for creating cosy nooks and playful shadows. Influenced by the timeless principals, the design of the extension achieves perfect balance and harmony. The blend of recessed and frameless windows creates a dynamic visual rhythm that adds a touch of contemporary flair, giving the home a sophisticated yet welcoming look.

OUTSIDE
The property sits on an impressive 0.17-acre plot, perfectly designed for modern family living with a focus on practicality, enjoyment, and style. The front of the house offers generous off-road parking alongside a dedicated bike store, making every day routines smoother for active families. The elevated frontage is beautifully landscaped with low-maintenance plants and features, creating an inviting first impression without
demanding too much upkeep. A convenient side pathway provides direct access to the stunning rear garden, a true highlight of the property. This expansive outdoor space features a vast, manicured lawn bordered by mature shrubs and carefully selected trees, offering a lush, private setting for children to play and adults to unwind. At the far end of the garden, you'll find a versatile garden studio, fully insulated for year-round use, ideal for a home office, gym, or creative space. Just behind the studio, is a workshop providing ideal space for for DIY projects and additional storage for tools, outdoor equipment and seasonal items. One of the standout features of this garden is the raised heated swimming pool, measuring approximately 5.5m by 3m. The pool is heated by an efficient air source heat pump, ensuring it can be enjoyed in any season. This stylish addition offers a perfect spot for family fun, exercise, or simply cooling off on hot summer days. Adjacent to the rear of the property is a generous paved
terrace, seamlessly extending the living space outdoors. This area is perfect for alfresco dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing with a book while overlooking the beautiful garden.
The thoughtful integration of accent lighting at both the front and rear of the property enhances the ambiance, illuminating
key features and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for evening gatherings. A garden to have fun and relaxation.

This property offers a rare combination of practical features, stunning aesthetics, and family friendly amenities, making it the
perfect home for those who love to entertain, relax, and enjoy the outdoors year-round.

Location

For those considering the move to Winchester, the property is ideally located to the City's Western boundary, providing a convenient ease of access to its centre (1.5 miles) whereby there is a wonderful blend of history and modernity, with a thriving High Street providing a rich choice of shops and eateries.

Furthermore, there is a wide variety of first class schools, excellent communications, with a fast direct train service (within the hour) to London Waterloo and further excellent links to the motorway network (M3/M27), giving access to a variety of local market towns.

Within the immediate area, from Kilham Lane there are a good choice of schools, which include St Peter's primary and Kings' secondary school.

For golfers, both the Winchester Royal and South Winchester courses are with an easy reach and those wishing to enjoy further outdoor pursuits, there is of course the beautiful open countryside, with an abundance of trails, such as the Clarendon Way, Crabwood and Farley Mount beyond.

In short, a location that is hard to beat!

Square Footage: 2,422 sq ft


Acreage: 0.17 Acres

Additional Info

All mains connections including water/electricity/drainage.

Mains gas central heating with underfloor heating to the ground floor. Mains gas boiler with Megaflo/pressurised hot water system

The property has an uprated electric supply to allow a wide range of car charging.

Power supply to house updated to 100A to allow car charger

Garden studio has power and internet connection.

Freehold

Council Tax Band F