Property Information | Lanham Lane, Winchester, SO22 (Ref 2804)
A detached house situated on a most private plot approaching half an acre, with plenty of scope for enlargement.
Entrance Porch & Hall, Cloakroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Utility Room, Sitting Room, Study, Principal Bedroom with En-Suite, Three Further Bedrooms, Bathroom, Beautiful Gardens, Secluded Position, Double Garage, Large Driveway
The Property:
Constructed in 1967, for the current owner, 'Foxcotte' has been lovingly maintained although now lends itself to an extension and improvement. Externally, the gardens are a delight with the property set back from the lane down a lengthy gravelled driveway on a plot of 0.44 of an acre which provides a great deal of privacy. The house has an east/west orientation and along with its large windows makes for a light and airy feel.
The Location:
Lanham Lane is situated on the western edge of the city and is a quiet leafy lane with properties to just one side and fields to the other. To the top of the lane is a bridleway onto a network of paths through woodland which allow for stunning walks into the surrounding countryside to Crab Wood, Farley Mount and Sparsholt, home to the renowned 'Plough' public house. Within easy access are day to day amenities including Waitrose, doctors' surgery, pharmacy and other shops on Stoney Lane. The railway station is just over one mile away with a direct train service to London Waterloo in about 60 minutes. The M3 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. There are also a range of cultural opportunities including the theatre, the city museum and the military history museum. Local primary schooling can be found at Weeke and Sparsholt. Henry Beaufort, Kings' and Westgate secondary schools, as well as Peter Symonds sixth form college are also close to hand. The city is also home to highly regarded educational establishments including Winchester college, St. Swithun's and Pilgrims' school, with other preparatory schools situated locally including Farleigh and Twyford.
Directions:
Leave the city via Stockbridge Road, continuing straight over at the Chilbolton Avenue roundabout. Turn left into Dean Lane and continue up the hill. Upon reaching the top of Dean Lane, turn left into Lanham Lane and 'Foxcotte' will be found on the left-hand side.
Viewing:
Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents (01962 844460).
Services:
Mains' water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Drainage by way of cess pit. Although 'Foxcotte' doesn't currently have mains gas, it is already available on Lanham Lane and could be connected should the new owner desire.
Council Tax:
Band G (rate for 2021/22 £3,113.48pa).
