House For Sale £525,000
Introduction
Adorned in roses, this exquisite semi-detached Grade II listed thatched cottage believed to date back to 1636, is set within a plot approaching quarter of an acre within the highly regarded village of Lockerley. Formerly the village forge, the cottage is a superb example of a period home, steeped in character and rich in original charm, including exposed oak beams and brickwork with a feature inglenook fireplace and Morso log burning stove. Beautifully quaint, yet practical with generous storage space and a modernised bathroom, the property rests within a generous plot meticulously maintained and wonderfully secluded with an iconic yew tree thought to be over 500 years old whilst benefitting from a garage with parking to the fore. Situated in the quintessential Hampshire village of Lockerley, within walking distance of its local store and primary school, this is a rare gem offering the perfect opportunity to experience integral village life.
Description
Upon entering Forge Cottage via the attractive original front door leading to the entrance hall, the character of this home is immediately apparent with the exposed low ceiling timbers and original quarry tiled floors. The hall is welcoming and provides access to the reception rooms and staircase with ample cloaks cupboards. The sitting room enjoys the impressive focal point of the feature inglenook fireplace with inset Morso woodburning stove. The separate dining room hosts exposed wood flooring and an open brick fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room has been modernised and features a patterned quarry tiled floor and is well equipped with a range of eye and base level units with courtesy lighting over grey corian work surfaces. There are contrasting solid wood worktops upon the peninsula breakfast bar for informal dining. Appliances include a four ring electric hob and eye level oven with space for a dishwasher, fridge freezer and washing machine with a door into the garage. There is a ground floor vaulted study with views onto the gardens, versatile in its usage as a third bedroom if required, whilst served by the modernised family bathroom with stylish grey tiling, bath with mixer tap shower over, low level W.C and wash hand basin.
The landing provides access to two bedrooms with the main bedroom benefitting from a dual aspect and exposed flooring and wall beams. Bedroom two features painted exposed floorboards and both bedrooms are served by a cloakroom with W.C and wash hand basin.
Outside
The property is decorated with a stunning array of roses of differing colours and features a pedestrian gate with path to the covered thatched porch with parking for two cars in front of the garage. Wooden double doors access the garage with power and light and loft storage and a partitioned off area for utility appliances and separate door to the gardens. The grounds are approaching quarter of an acre and are particularly private, surrounded by mature trees and established hedging. Beautifully maintained with an array of sheds and a summer house, the garden is predominantly lawned and well stocked with mature shrubs and flowers and an iconic yew tree thought to be over 500 years old. A gravelled entertaining terrace is adjacent to the rear elevation.
Agents Notes
The property is Grade II listed and fitted with bottled gas heating and has private drainage with secondary glazing. The property was fully re-thatched in 2016. The rateable value is Band E.
Lockerley is an attractive compilation of several greens creating a diverse village, which despite its smaller population has a surprising amount going on with around 35 groups, societies and activities ranging from bellringing to bridge and car mechanics. The village enjoys an excellent local school and shop and strong sense of community. Positioned approximately 5 miles west of the market town of Romsey, on the southern bank of the River Dun, there is a train station at the neighbouring villages of Dunbridge and West Dean, along with a local public house. Butts Green hosts the majority of the amenities including the excellent village school and active community hall and derived its name from Tudor times when able-bodied men of the village were required to spend an hour each Sunday practicing archery. The target was known as the “butt”. Lockerley Green hosts the village stores and post office, with the Top Green offering some aesthetically pleasing architecture with picturesque surrounding scenery.
Adorned in roses, this exquisite semi-detached Grade II listed thatched cottage believed to date back to 1636, is set within a plot approaching quarter of an acre within the highly regarded village of Lockerley. Formerly the village forge, the cottage is a superb example of a period home, steeped in character and rich in original charm, including exposed oak beams and brickwork with a feature inglenook fireplace and Morso log burning stove. Beautifully quaint, yet practical with generous storage space and a modernised bathroom, the property rests within a generous plot meticulously maintained and wonderfully secluded with an iconic yew tree thought to be over 500 years old whilst benefitting from a garage with parking to the fore. Situated in the quintessential Hampshire village of Lockerley, within walking distance of its local store and primary school, this is a rare gem offering the perfect opportunity to experience integral village life.
Description
Upon entering Forge Cottage via the attractive original front door leading to the entrance hall, the character of this home is immediately apparent with the exposed low ceiling timbers and original quarry tiled floors. The hall is welcoming and provides access to the reception rooms and staircase with ample cloaks cupboards. The sitting room enjoys the impressive focal point of the feature inglenook fireplace with inset Morso woodburning stove. The separate dining room hosts exposed wood flooring and an open brick fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room has been modernised and features a patterned quarry tiled floor and is well equipped with a range of eye and base level units with courtesy lighting over grey corian work surfaces. There are contrasting solid wood worktops upon the peninsula breakfast bar for informal dining. Appliances include a four ring electric hob and eye level oven with space for a dishwasher, fridge freezer and washing machine with a door into the garage. There is a ground floor vaulted study with views onto the gardens, versatile in its usage as a third bedroom if required, whilst served by the modernised family bathroom with stylish grey tiling, bath with mixer tap shower over, low level W.C and wash hand basin.
The landing provides access to two bedrooms with the main bedroom benefitting from a dual aspect and exposed flooring and wall beams. Bedroom two features painted exposed floorboards and both bedrooms are served by a cloakroom with W.C and wash hand basin.
Outside
The property is decorated with a stunning array of roses of differing colours and features a pedestrian gate with path to the covered thatched porch with parking for two cars in front of the garage. Wooden double doors access the garage with power and light and loft storage and a partitioned off area for utility appliances and separate door to the gardens. The grounds are approaching quarter of an acre and are particularly private, surrounded by mature trees and established hedging. Beautifully maintained with an array of sheds and a summer house, the garden is predominantly lawned and well stocked with mature shrubs and flowers and an iconic yew tree thought to be over 500 years old. A gravelled entertaining terrace is adjacent to the rear elevation.
Agents Notes
The property is Grade II listed and fitted with bottled gas heating and has private drainage with secondary glazing. The property was fully re-thatched in 2016. The rateable value is Band E.
Lockerley is an attractive compilation of several greens creating a diverse village, which despite its smaller population has a surprising amount going on with around 35 groups, societies and activities ranging from bellringing to bridge and car mechanics. The village enjoys an excellent local school and shop and strong sense of community. Positioned approximately 5 miles west of the market town of Romsey, on the southern bank of the River Dun, there is a train station at the neighbouring villages of Dunbridge and West Dean, along with a local public house. Butts Green hosts the majority of the amenities including the excellent village school and active community hall and derived its name from Tudor times when able-bodied men of the village were required to spend an hour each Sunday practicing archery. The target was known as the “butt”. Lockerley Green hosts the village stores and post office, with the Top Green offering some aesthetically pleasing architecture with picturesque surrounding scenery.
