Location

Colebrook Street is situated adjacent to Wolsey Palace at the eastern end of Winchester’s High Street in a quiet backwater behind the cathedral in the heart of ancient Capital of England. The property, which has fine views of the eastern end of Winchester Cathedral and is around 0.3 miles from the world-renowned Winchester College and the water meadows of St Cross which stretch along the banks of the River Itchen. The property is situated ideally for the pedestrianised High Street with access to a wealth of independent shopping, boutiques, restaurants, and recreational facilities including the Theatre Royal, The Arc Discovery Centre and a local cinema.

Winchester is 59 minutes by train from London Waterloo. The M3 motorway (junctions 9, 10 and 11) is within easy reach, making both London and Southampton readily accessible. The inter-connection with the M27 makes Southampton International Airport easily commutable and opens the South Coast and New Forest. The A34 to the north provides access to Oxford, the Midlands and the A303 to the West Country.

In addition to Winchester College, Pilgrims Prep School is a short walk from the house (0.2miles). Twyford Preparatory School is at nearby Twyford, and there are various preparatory establishments close to the city including Prince’s Mead. St Swithun’s School for Girls is a short drive away, approximately one mile, and there are a number of well-regarded state assisted schools within walking distance including Peter Symonds Sixth Form College, which has an exceptional reputation.

Description

Steeped in local history Abbey Mill House is a charming part of ancient Winchester and dates to 1796 where the property was originally built as a Silk Mill. In 1828 Silk production stopped and the property was converted to a private residence by Mr John Shenton, brother of William Shenton the original Silk Mill owner. Arriving at the gates of Abbey Mill House one is immediate struck by the classic architecture and attractive path leading to the main entrance. The vaulted hallway is bathed in natural light and offers access to a wonderful drawing room that spans the depth of the property yet has been divided to create a more formal entertaining space and a separate snug/media area. Across the hall is a generous study with a feature fireplace, wonderful high ceilings and sash windows that continue to deliver an abundance of natural light. Continuing through the ground floor, there is a dining room and a wonderful, vaulted kitchen/breakfast room which is the natural heart of the home. Completing the ground floor is a guest cloakroom, a useful boot room, laundry, and pantry.

An elegant central staircase leads to a large window capturing a fine view of Winchester Cathedral and provides access to the principal bedroom suite that overlooks the beautiful walled garden. With bespoke built in cabinetry and an en suite bathroom, with separate shower the principal suite is a particular highlight. There are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom completing the first floor. The second floor contains two further bedrooms that are generous in their proportions and feature exposed beams and period features as an insight into the property’s past. There is a shower room and boiler room with space for airing also on this level.

Abbey Mill House is finished to an exceptional standard throughout and has the modern benefits of an advanced central heating system and a ventilation and heat recovery system is installed ensuring comfort all year round.

OUTSIDE
The walled garden is a charming and peaceful haven that features paved terraces for entertaining, manicured lawns with calm corners to sit and relax with views of Winchester cathedral. The garden is mostly laid to lawn and contains a variety of specimen trees, climbing roses, well stocked borders with flower plants, shrubs, and fruit trees.

To the front of the property is a generous parking area where several vehicles can be kept and an outbuilding ideal for a gymnasium, workshop, office, or storage space.