Location

Beech Copse is set in a stunning position within the attractive village of Bentworth with superb views over open countryside. The village is on the edge of the renowned Candover Valley which has an unusually large number of beautiful country houses. Bentworth itself has the 12th century Parish Church of St Mary's, primary school and a pub called The Sun Inn.

There are more extensive shopping facilities at both Basingstoke 10 miles, Winchester 20 miles and good access to London, and the national motorway network for the M3 at junction 6 within 9 miles and the A303 to the west. A regular fast train service runs from Basingstoke station to London Waterloo, the journey taking approximately 45 minutes. Alternatively, Alton station (5 miles) has a direct South West
Train service to London Waterloo for approximately 75 minutes.

Description

Beech Copse is a beautifully presented country house, which has undergone significant improvements during the current ownership. The resulting accommodation is light and bright, with many of the rooms affording wonderful views over the gardens and adjoining farmland.

The ground floor features a galleried reception hall which provides access through to a generous sitting room which has double doors out to the front gardens. There is a dining room with a double-sided log burner, which offers space for formal entertaining and this links to a snug which is ideal for everyday
living. The well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room is a fantastic feature of this fine home and comes with a bespoke range of floor and wall mounted units, integrated AEG appliances and a beautiful central island and breakfast bar with AEG induction
hob. The kitchen falls out to a large expanse of terrace, which provides a great area for entertaining and relaxing in the
sun. Leading off the kitchen via double doors, there is a conservatory, which enjoys fabulous views across the heated swimming pool and to the fields beyond. Both kitchen and
conservatory enjoy underfloor heating.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom has a number of fitted wardrobes and a dressing area, plus an en suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms, served by the refitted family bathroom.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a five-bar gate which opens on to a gravel drive and provides ample parking for numerous vehicles as well as access to the garaging and stores. The beautifully landscaped gardens lie principally to the south, west and east of the house, with some well-established borders giving a good degree of interest throughout the year. Large areas of lawn offer a great space for outdoor recreation and a large terrace provides excellent space for outdoor entertaining
and relaxing. The swimming pool is a real feature and provides a great lifestyle opportunity for both family and friends and is heated by a new air source heat pump, which delivers extended use from April to October. The grounds wrap around the property and provides all day sun and gives the air of seclusion, whilst providing the most fabulous views over the surrounding countryside.