Sarum Road, Winchester, SO22 (Ref 3662)
Property Information | Sarum Road, Winchester, SO22 (Ref 3662)
A well proportioned detached house exceeding 3,000sq.ft with some far reaching views towards Royal Winchester Golf Club and set within beautiful gardens of just over half an acre.
The Property:
'Romans' is a well proportioned detached family sized house with accommodation over two floors. The property benefits from three reception rooms, the triple aspect drawing room being the largest has a fitted wood burning stove and French doors that open onto the rear terrace. The kitchen is fitted with shaker style units with stone worktops, an American style fridge/freezer and range cooker. The formal dining room has French doors that open onto the terrace. A gym is situated to the front of the house with a bay window, with fitted gym flooring, this room has also been used as a home office and would make a superb family room. There is also a cloakroom, utility room and boot room. The first floor has an impressive light and airy landing, with a front aspect window. A principal bedroom with a dual aspect is fitted with ample wardrobes and a five-piece ensuite, there is also a fitted sauna which could become additional wardrobe space. The second bedroom is a good double with a rear aspect window, an ensuite shower room and fitted wardrobes, whilst bedrooms three and four are both doubles and have fitted wardrobes, served by a bathroom, again, with a five piece suite. Further excellent storage can be found in the large loft space, which has been substantially boarded and lined with shelving. Externally, the gardens to the front incorporate a driveway to one side with an electric car charging point, there is also a lawn to the front enclosed by mature shrub borders. Access to the rear garden can be found to the side of the property through gates. A large, shaped terrace sits directly behind the house with an electrically operated sun awning, a set of steps leading to the lawn are flanked by raised brick planters. The rest of the South facing garden is laid to lawn, with deep flower and shrub borders, and is enclosed by mature hedging. There is a large garden shed, greenhouse and towards the back of the garden several trees and a pond.
The Location:
Sarum Road is a delightful road situated to the East of Chilbolton Avenue, which provides access towards Farley Mount. There are views and lovely walks on bridleways over Royal Winchester Golf Club and is situated on the western edge of the city. To the West of the property are bridleways onto a network of paths through woodland which allow for stunning walks into the surrounding countryside to Crab Wood, Farley Mount and Sparsholt which is home to the renowned 'Plough' public house. Within easy access are day to day amenities including Waitrose, The Friarsgate Practice, pharmacy, and other shops on Stoney Lane.
The railway station is just under a mile and a half walk away with a direct train service to London Waterloo in 60-minutes. The M3 (junction 9) is approximately 3 miles away offering direct access to London and the South Coast. The A34 is also easily accessible providing access to the A303 and the Midlands. Heathrow and Southampton Airports are 55 and 12 miles away respectively. Winchester offers a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities with a selection of boutiques, restaurants, cafés and a farmer's market twice monthly. A range of cultural opportunities include the theatre, the City Museum, and the Military History Museum. Local primary schooling can be found at Weeke and Sparsholt, whilst Henry Beaufort, Kings, and Westgate secondary schools, as well as Peter Symonds sixth form college are all close to hand. The city is also home to public schools including Winchester college, St. Swithun's and Pilgrims' school. Other preparatory schools situated locally include Farleigh, Stroud and Twyford.
Directions:
From our High Street office proceed up Romsey Road past the hospital, turning right into Chilbolton Avenue at the roundabout. Take the first left into Sarum Road. Proceed past Sarum View on the left-hand side where the property will be found on the left-hand side, identified by our 'For Sale' board.
Agent's Note:
The current vendor has installed an air source heat pump which powers the boiler, there are also photovoltaic panels on the roof which provide electricity to run the house with a Tesla battery to store any excess.
Viewing:
Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents (01962 844460).
Services:
Private drainage via septic tank. All other services are mains connected.
Council Tax:
Band G (rate for 2024/25 £3,584.11 pa).