Location

Brambles is located along this desirable tree lined avenue upon St. Giles Hill, a well-established area containing a wide variety of high quality housing stock. Within a short distance of the property is an open green park space offering wonderful panoramic views across the City and surrounding countryside. St Giles Hill is situated approximately 1 mile to the east of the vibrant cathedral city of Winchester and could be feasibly accessed on foot or via a frequent bus service along the Alresford Road.

The location is particularly well known for its green and pleasant surroundings, tree-lined avenues and the outstanding views over the city. There are pleasant walks into the centre via the ancient part of the city, passing Winchester College, Pilgrims and the world-renowned cathedral. The pedestrianised high street contains a wide variety of independent shops, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. Winchester's thriving community also supports a local cinema, theatre, discovery centre and library, sports and leisure village and a selection of historic museums.

Communications are excellent, with the main line railway station (around 1 mile away) running a service to London Waterloo (approximately 59 minutes), and the M3 to the east provides excellent access to London, the Midlands via the A34, the west via the A303 and the south coast and New Forest via the M27.

Schools in Winchester are first class, with St Swithun's school for girls easily accessible on the Alresford Road. There is a wide variety of state and private schools in the area including Pilgrims, Winchester College, King's School, Westgate School (currently in catchment) and Peter Symonds Sixth Form College.

Description

Situated within the middle of its walled garden and grounds and set back from the much sought after Northbrook Avenue, it is immediately evident that the balance of the accommodation outside space and facilities is of the highest order.

Beyond the spacious main entrance hall there is generous ground floor accommodation with a dual aspect living room measuring 25' by 16' which is a particular highlight with a feature fireplace and attractive bay window. Overlooking the garden and mature trees beyond, there is a fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room with a variety of built in appliances including a range cooker with gas hob. There is plenty of storage available in the form of floor and wall mounted units, as well as a very useful utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier along with rear access to the garden. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and makes for an ideal space for entertaining or as a family room should one wish. Completing the ground is a study overlooking the front drive along with a WC and cloakroom.

The principal suite is accessed off a galleried landing and feels particularly spacious with the luxury of a walk-in wardrobe and en suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom and linen cupboard that complete the second floor.

OUTBUILDING
Detached from the main house is a substantial double garage with an additional storage room at the rear and comprehensive facilities on the first floor. Accessed via an external staircase and feeling quite private, the studio or annexe accommodation enjoys the best views over the garden. The current owners have used the additional space as a study however with a fitted kitchen and shower room, this makes for ideal annexe accommodation.

OUTSIDE
The mature gardens and grounds are a beautiful feature of the
property and synonymous of the area, featuring mature fruit trees, rose beds, well stocked borders and provisions for a vegetable patch. The garden is mainly laid to lawn extending to around 0.30 acres and surrounded by the most attractive period wall, ideal for families and gardening enthusiasts alike. The westerly facing terrace is ideal for dining al fresco and entertaining in the summer months due to its secluded and tranquil location.