Location

The property is located in the peaceful rural hamlet of Hipley, on the outskirts of the sought-after village of Hambledon in South Hampshire. Hambledon offers a selection of local amenities, including a village shop, a welcoming tea room, and a traditional pub.

The surrounding area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with a wealth of scenic footpaths and bridleways, including the South Downs Way, Wayfarers Walk, and Monarch’s Way. The south coast, as well as the historic cities of Winchester and Portsmouth, are all within easy reach by car.

For commuters, mainline rail services are available from Petersfield and Winchester, offering regular connections to London and beyond.

The area is also well-regarded for its education, with Hambledon Primary School and a range of excellent independent schools nearby, including Bedales, Churcher’s College, St Swithun’s School, and Winchester College.

Description

This beautifully extended and modernised family home offers spacious and characterful accommodation perfectly blending the original charm with more recent updates. Hope Cottage presents a rare opportunity to enjoy countryside lifestyle with the attraction of a superbly updated home. The welcoming entrance hall with its exposed floor makes for an impressive first impression. At the heart of the home is a generous, modern country-style kitchen/dining room complete with underfloor heating. The kitchen area comes with a bespoke range of floor and wall mounted units including cupboard and drawer sections with work surfaces over. A large central island with breakfast bar is a real feature and provides further storage and preparation area. This is a great family space, French doors open on to a rear terrace and garden providing an ideal arrangement linking well with the outdoor dining and entertaining space. A vaulted utility room with direct garden access adjoins the kitchen, making for a practical set up.

The property offers superb reception spaces, including an elegant sitting room with a feature fireplace with fender surround and an exposed ceiling timber creating a character feel and a generous living entertaining space. The family room with a working open fire is perfect for more informal occasions, and a well-proportioned study/playroom has multiple potential uses. Additional ground floor amenities include a boot room and a stylish shower room. At first floor level is the principal bedroom with its generous en suite bathroom. There are four further double bedrooms, one with an en suite and a contemporary family bathroom serving the remaining bedrooms.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a gated driveway which offers ample parking for numerous vehicles and access to a double garage. This has been recently built and includes a fully self contained annexe at first floor level offering independent living/accommodation. The grounds extend to just over 4 acres and feature expansive rear lawns framed by mature trees and well-established flower beds and hedgerows.

Among the many highlights are a raised vegetable garden and a charming, fully functioning well that adds to the rural charm. A swimming pool and pool house are well positioned to take full advantage of the stunning views over the orchard, offering an idyllic setting for relaxation and entertaining.

Equestrian and agricultural facilities include three stables, a tack room, a barn, a field shelter, and two additional paddocks ideal for those with horses or smallholding interests. With its rural views over the surrounding countryside, this delightful home really does offer an idyllic lifestyle opportunity.