Location

The property sits 0.2 miles from the centre of Michelmersh. This is a popular picturesque country village, known for its vibrant local community. The village features a church and two quality pubs, all within walking distance. For day-to-day essentials, independent shops, and dining options, the nearby towns of Stockbridge and Romsey are just a short drive away.

For a wider variety of amenities, the bustling cities of Winchester and Southampton are accessible by car in under 30 minutes. The surrounding countryside is stunning, with plenty of scenic walking paths to explore.

The property is located within the catchment area of several excellent private and state schools, including the renowned St Swithun's School, Kings' School, and Winchester College. Transport links to London are convenient, with direct trains from both Winchester reaching London Waterloo in just over an hour. The M3 motorway is also easily accessible, and Southampton Airport is only 13 miles from the property.

Description

The Old Rectory represents a remarkable modern transformation of a former Victorian Rectory and Coach House. Originally built in 1887 with red-brick elevations, these historic buildings have been meticulously restored and brought together in recent years resulting in a spectacular living environment. The home now offers around 6,630 square feet of internal living space, thoughtfully distributed across three floors and linked with a modern link room with floor to ceiling sliding glass doors, seamlessly connecting the two structures.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a grand reception hall with high ceilings and attractive herringbone flooring. This space leads to the principal living areas including a bright music room with its large fireplace, bay window and views over the front gardens. Across the hall is a formal drawing room with an open fireplace housing a log burner, high ceilings and attractive coving. This is a fabulous room which is ideal for entertaining. It also seamlessly links to a cosy library with fitted shelves and cupboards, which offers a calm reading space in front of a further log burner. A magnificent bespoke kitchen dining room with extensive range of fitted units and large expanse of work surfaces with breakfast bar makes for a striking living space. This open plan area is perfect for modern day living. Three pairs of French doors open on to the terrace, allowing in lots of light and establishing a strong visual connection with the surrounding garden. A separate family room is part of the elegant glass-link, effortlessly uniting the two buildings and providing a light and roomy living space with access on to the private swimming pool area and associated garden. There is also access to a further rear courtyard.

Out of the reception hall is an impressive staircase which rises to the first floor giving access the two principal bedrooms and a large bathroom, and currently configured as an opulent suite. At second floor level are third and fourth bedrooms, one of which has an en suite shower room and the other its own bathroom.

The former coach house is linked to the main house but can also be a self-contained living area, complete with a private entrance. The configuration of accommodation includes a gym (which could easily be a sitting room), a boot room/ kitchen, a utility room and a shower room/steam room. On the first floor of the coach house is a large bedroom with en suite bathroom, an office and a meditation room.

Throughout the house it is evident that careful attention has been applied to the interior design. The way the property flows and the rooms link to one another works really well and creates a wonderful living environment. The property also makes the most of its elevated position with some fabulous views to be had, particularly from the first and second floors towards the
Isle of Wight.

A staircase leads from the hall to the basement, where there is a wine cellar, ample storage and a plant room.

OUTSIDE
Nestled within this highly desirable village the property enjoys an elevated setting with beautifully landscaped gardens featuring thoughtfully planted and vibrant herbaceous borders offering a good degree of interest throughout the year. The driveway offers ample parking and a spacious double garage discreetly located at the foot of the front garden. Attractive lit paths lead to the entrance, which is highlighted by a gabled porch. There is a large wrap around terrace which can be accessed from both the kitchen/dining room and the family room. This makes for a practical set up and provides great space for outdoor entertaining. At night, the parking area and garden are lit by numerous discreet low voltage lights which illuminate trees and paths, with lanterns on the terrace, controlled by the integrated Lutron system which serves the main house.