Location

Edgar Road is situated in the heart of the St. Cross conservation area to the south of the centre of Winchester. The area, renowned for its high quality housing stock, is situated conveniently for the pedestrian shopping centre in the High Street with access to a wealth of shops restaurants and recreational facilities including the theatre Royal and local cinema.

Winchester College and the water meadows of St. Cross stretch along the banks of the river Itchen nearby. There are splendid walks through the historic cathedral streets the water meadows and on to St. Catherine‘s hill.

Winchester is approximately 57 minutes by train from London Waterloo, the M3 motorway (Junction 9, 10 and 11) is within easy reach making both London and Southampton readily accessible. The interconnection with the M27 make Southampton International Airport easily commutable and opens up the south coast of New Forest. The A34 to the north provides access to Oxford, the Midlands and the A303 to the west country.

The city enjoys a reputation for outstanding schools. Edgar Road falls within the catchment area for the highly regarded Kings' School and a diverse range of other state and private schooling are within easy reach, including Winchester College, Peter Symonds sixth form college, St. Swithun's school, for girls, Twyford, Pilgrims, Prince's Mead preparatory school and St Faith's CE primary school.

Description

This attractive contemporary home occupies a private position set back from Edgar Road amongst its highly attractive garden and grounds. Upon entering one is immediately struck by the abundance or natural light streaming into the kitchen/breakfast room which is a particularly special part of the property. Built in 2002 the versatile layout is ideal for family life and offers a reception room to the front of the property that is currently utilised as a dining room but could equally be used as a family room or snug. The bespoke kitchen contains shaker-style units, a central island, an Aga, and integrated appliances, including a gas oven, induction oven, and hob. Two sets of French doors lead to a fantastic terrace and landscaped gardens beyond. The ground floor also includes an office, utility room and cloakroom.

On the first floor, there is an elegant sitting room with a feature gas fireplace and views of St Catherine's Hill. The principal bedroom is to the rear overlooking the garden and has a Juliet balcony, built-in wardrobes, and an interconnecting bathroom. The second floor includes a guest bedroom with an en suite, two additional double bedrooms, and a bathroom.

OUTSIDE
A paved walkway meanders its way from the double garage and parking area, through the most attractive of gardens passing mature trees, well-stocked flowering borders, and a wide variety of interesting plants and shrubs. The garden is mostly laid to lawn and easily maintained with an attractive paved terrace being a particular highlight. Ideal for dining alfresco in the summer months and surrounded by scented climbing roses the terrace is an absolute delight offering privacy, seclusion and a relaxing space to relax. There is side access to a front garden that has been landscaped and contains matures trees and planting that further contribute to the most attractive of surroundings and a charming living environment.