4 bed detached house for sale

Westwood Road, Southampton, Hampshire SO17

A truly fantastic and rarely available four-bedroom detached family home, superbly positioned on the ever-popular Westwood Road in Highfield. Set well back from the road and approached via a private drive, this unique property offers a wonderfully peaceful and tucked-away setting, whilst remaining within easy reach of a wealth of amenities, excellent public transport links and Southampton University campuses. Just a stone’s throw away, Portswood High Street offers an excellent selection of shops, cafés and eateries, alongside convenient Waitrose and Sainsbury’s supermarkets. The location is therefore particularly well suited to families seeking convenience. Deceptively spacious, this impressive home offers a wealth of attractive and versatile accommodation throughout. A generous block-paved driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles, whilst a detached garage and pedestrian access to both sides of the property add further practicality.

Upon entering, a welcoming entrance hallway provides an excellent first impression, featuring fitted storage, a side-aspect window, attractive large tiled flooring and stairs rising to the first floor. A particular highlight is the impressive kitchen/dining room, measuring in excess of 28 feet in length and undoubtedly forming the social hub of the home. The kitchen area is fitted with stylish white gloss cabinetry, an integrated double oven, gas hob and extractor, together with space for an American-style fridge freezer. Large tiled flooring continues seamlessly from the hallway, while the generous dining area provides ample space for a substantial family dining table and chairs. French doors open directly onto the rear garden, while a further side door leads through to the utility room and downstairs shower room. The utility room provides valuable additional storage, space for the necessary appliances and a rear pedestrian door giving convenient access to the garden. The ground-floor shower room is neutrally finished and comprises a standalone shower cubicle, low-level WC and vanity unit with wash basin over and double-glazed front-aspect window. The living room is another well-proportioned reception space, featuring a charming fireplace, side-aspect window and useful under-stairs storage cupboard. Double-glazed sliding patio doors lead through into the conservatory, an excellent additional reception space particularly suited to enjoying the garden and warmer months. The conservatory benefits from double-glazed windows, a glass roof and French doors opening directly onto the rear garden.

To the first floor are four well-proportioned double bedrooms, providing excellent accommodation for a growing family. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while the remaining three bedrooms are served by a generous three-piece family bathroom.

Outside, the rear garden provides a lovely private setting, with a dedicated decked seating area ideal for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. The remainder is predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by established shrubs, trees and planted borders. A garden shed can be found to the side, adjacent to the garage, while the pedestrian access to both sides of the property provides excellent practicality for family life. This exceptional family home combines generous accommodation, a peaceful private setting and a highly sought-after Highfield location. Properties of this nature and position rarely become available, making this a wonderful opportunity for those seeking a substantial detached family home within easy reach of local amenities, transport links and the university. Offered for sale with no forward chain, early viewing is highly recommended.