Monxton, Andover, Hampshire, Sp11

A semi detached period cottage with a large rear extension that has been tastefully modernised and is particularly well appointed with a beautiful garden which runs down and overlooks the Pillhill Brook

A semi-detached Grade II listed period cottage with classic rendered cob elevations beneath an attractive thatched roof, complemented by a substantial single-storey rear extension with a slate roof and a striking vaulted ceiling with exposed timber framework internally. The property offers tandem off-road parking, single garage and a generous level garden that extends down to the river with open views beyond. Restored and upgraded in recent years to an exceptional standard, the cottage features: a heavy solid oak internal doors with handcrafted ironmongery and beautifully presented accommodation including a reception hall, dual-aspect sitting room with an impressive fireplace and an open-plan kitchen/dining room opening onto a side terrace leading to the riverside garden. There are two first-floor bedrooms, a third ground floor bedroom and a substantial main bathroom with vaulted ceiling with a feature bath and large shower.

Located in the Monxton Conservation Area, known for its thatched cottages, church, and recently renovated village hall, with Amport village nearby offering a good C of E primary school and a pub within walking distance. Andover, an 8-minute drive away, has a mainline station with a fast train to London Waterloo in about 58 minutes, plus shopping, leisure facilities, and schools including Rookwood. Winchester and Salisbury are both around a 30-minute drive; Salisbury has two grammar schools and private schools including, The Catherdral School and Godolphin School with extensive school buses, while Winchester is home to St Swithun’s School. Farleigh School is also nearby. Local outdoor activities include fishing on the River Test and golf courses. The A303, M3, and A34 provide easy access to London, the West Country, the Midlands, and the North.

Approach

Tiled entrance porch on exposed gallows brackets with overhead lantern style light. Solid oak panel front door with high level stained glass panel leads into:

Reception Hall

Exposed low level herringbone brick panels to one wall and numerous exposed beams with rustic coat hooks. Slate tiled flooring and wall light points. Oak latch doors conceal the staircase, kitchen and dining area leading into the sitting room.

Sitting Room

Wide inglenook brick fireplace with exposed curved beam and brick chimney breast housing a large log burning stove on a raised brick hearth. Deep recesses to either side and an open arch that formerly accessed a bread oven. Oak floorboards. Three front windows with quarry tiled sills and a rear window overlooking the terrace and garden to the river. Wall light point and deep understairs cupboard. High cupboard concealing meters and fuse box.

Kitchen / Dining Room

High vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers and four king post trusses. Hand built kitchen with high and low level framed cupboards, glazed cabinets, open shelving, under counter vegetable baskets, hardwood block and polished granite work surfaces, ceramic tiles and tongue and groove splashbacks. Oil fired Rayburn with double hob and substantial hood with utensil rail. Under counter oven and grill with hob over, extractor fan and light. Belfast sink with mixer tap. Plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Integrated day fridge and concealed water softener. Space for family dining table. Glazed doors and windows to terrace. Half glazed stable door to terrace. Slate flooring throughout.

Rear Hall

Slate flooring continues. High profile ceiling. Wall light points. Doors to bedroom three and family bathroom.

Family Bathroom

High vaulted ceiling with exposed king post trusses. High level porthole window to rear and large side window with shutters. Slate flooring. Cast iron roll top bath with mixer tap and shower head. Pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback. WC. Large glass and tiled shower cubicle with overhead and handheld shower. Oil fired boiler. Extractor fan

Bedroom Three

Wide side window with shutters. High vaulted ceiling. Wall light points.

First Floor Landing

Exposed timbers. Loft hatch. Wall light point. Oak panel latch doors to bedrooms one and two.

Bedroom One

Double bedroom with front eyebrow window and exposed brick chimney breast with deep recesses, one concealing a large wardrobe. Wall light point. Further built-in cupboard extending into the eaves. Exposed framework overlooking stairwell with curtain rail.

Bedroom Two

Double bedroom with front window. Exposed framework. Wall light points.

OUTSIDE



Front

Brick edged gravel border with ornate posts and chain links. Wrought iron gates to long brick paved and shingle driveway with tandem parking for two to three vehicles. Single garage or garden store. Side boundary enclosed by hedging and close boarded fencing.

Garage

Cob elevations beneath a slate roof. Light and power connected. Oil tank to rear. Personnel door to rear garden.

Rear Garden

Herringbone block paved terrace with small outside veranda. Level lawn, block paved paths, decorative gravel, specimen trees and shrubs. Decorative fencing with trellis and brick wall boundaries. Backs directly onto Pillhill Brook, a clear chalk stream and tributary to the River Test, with views over the river toward the new village hall and recently planted copse. Large hardstanding ideal for entertaining.

Services

Mains water, private drainage, oil central heating. Note: No household services or appliances have been tested and no guarantees can be given by Evans and Partridge.

Council Tax Band

Test Valley Borough Council - Tax Band E

Directions

SP11 8AL