7 bed detached house for sale

Old Odiham Road, Alton, Hampshire GU34

Nestled in a rural yet conveniently accessible rural location, this beautiful country house offers classic charm set against a backdrop of outstanding panoramic countryside views. Approached via a carriage driveway, Highmead House welcomes you into a spacious and inviting reception hall that provides access to four generously proportioned reception rooms. The elegant drawing room is a standout feature, boasting a large bay window and a charming fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Each reception room enjoys direct access to the stunning gardens, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. The family kitchen leads through to a bright breakfast room, creating a wonderful space for casual dining and family gatherings and onto an elegant dining room for more formal occasions. Practicality is well catered for with a boot room leading to a utility room and cloakroom, plus an additional guest WC on the ground floor. Upstairs, the principal bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with an en suite bathroom and dressing room complemented by six further well-sized bedrooms, one with an additional en suite, alongside a family bathroom and separate shower room. Ample storage is available with convenient loft access from the landing. The rear garden is truly enchanting, featuring a large terrace that steps down to an expansive lawn bordered by mature trees, hedges, and beautifully maintained flower beds, ensuring both privacy and natural beauty. The breathtaking countryside views extend across the grounds, enhancing the picturesque atmosphere. Within the garden lies a swimming pool enclosed by a stone wall with an accompanying pool house. A tennis court offers further recreational opportunities. The extensive grounds also include a range of useful outbuildings such as garages, stables, workshops, a barn and a summer house, perfectly suited to a variety of uses. Highmead House is a special property combining flexible accommodation with exceptional outdoor amenities in a sought-after rural setting-offering the perfect country lifestyle without compromising convenience.

Local Authority: East Hampshire
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax band: G
Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired heating.

Highmead House is situated on the edge of the highly regarded market town of Alton which provides a comprehensive range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. The larger regional centres of Farnham, Winchester and Basingstoke offer a broad range of facilities and are all easily accessible on a daily basis. There are a number of excellent independent schools accessible in the area, which include Lord Wandsworth College, St Swinthin's School Edgeborough, Long Sutton and Bentworth Church of England Primary School. Communications in the area are first class with fast and regular train services from Alton and Winchfield Stations to London Waterloo, taking 60 minutes and 50 minutes respectively. The M3 and A31/A3 are easily accessible, providing fast access to the national motorway network. Throughout the adjoining countryside are numerous attractive footpaths and bridleways.