THE LONG COTTAGE, APPLESHAW, ANDOVER, HAMPSHIRE SP11 9BH A PICTURESQUE L-SHAPED DETACHED GRADE II LISTED PERIOD COTTAGE SITUATED IN THIS SOUGHT AFTER VILLAGE, OPPOSITE THE CHURCH

OFFERS INVITED AROUND £530,000 FOR THE FREEHOLD

DESCRIPTION An attractive L-shaped Grade II listed period cottage, constructed of white washed brick and flint rendered elevations under a thatched roof, which we understand was re-ridged, cleaned down, re-wired and the porch rethatched in 2012. The cottage was extensively restored in 2005 but has also undergone many improvements in the last few years including refurbishment of the windows during the summer of 2014. The cottage, which has a wealth of character with numerous exposed beams and timbers, comprises a charming sitting room with fireplace at one and recently laid English oak floor boards running through to the dining room, from where a door leads into the kitchen. This was refitted in 2007 by local craftsman, Tucker Joinery, with bespoke hand-built units and Iroko work surfaces. (We understand that the flat roof over the kitchen was re-roofed and a large sky light installed in 2009). Also on the ground floor there is a large inner lobby with distressed limestone paved flooring and latch doors (two of which have leaded glazed panels) leading to a ground floor cloakroom/shower room and a family room, which could be used as an occasional fourth bedroom. From this room a staircase rises to bedroom three, however the main staircase is located in the sitting room and rises to a spacious landing with exposed framework to one wall and doors leading to two double bedrooms (both overlooking the church opposite) and there is a nodern bathroom with white suite. The property benefits from oil fired central heating with a new ‘Grant’ oil fired boiler and oil tank installed in 2005. Further improvements include: external walls were re-rendered with lime and painted with limewash/breathable paints; re-wiring has been carried out in stages with the installation of a new fuse box and mains powered smoke alarms in both loft areas connecting to an alarm in the hallway; both chimneys were relined with a pumice liner in 2005. ‘Esse’ oil fired range style cooker installed in 2006; new unvented hot water cylinder fitted in garage in 2009 giving mains pressure to whole property. LOCATION

The property is situated in the picturesque village Appleshaw, opposite the church and surrounded by open countryside. Appleshaw has a fine old church, primary school, playing fields, village hall and public house/restaurant. Andover, approximately four miles away, offers a comprehensive range of shopping, educational and leisure facilities as well as a mainline railway station providing fast services to Waterloo (in 65 minutes). The A303 is close at hand allowing convenient access to London and the West Country. ACCOMMODATION

Recently re-thatched COVERED PORCH Old pine front door with bulls eye central glazed panel leading into: SITTING ROOM Mellow brick inglenook fireplace with exposed timbers over, raised terracotta tiled hearth, built-in cupboard to one side with display/book shelving over. Numerous exposed beams and timbers. Two windows to front aspect. Glazed panelled door to opposite side leading into courtyard garden to rear. TV point. Pine tread staircase rising to first floor. English oak floor boards. Wall light point. Double and singe radiator. Beamed open entrance into: DINING ROOM Brick fireplace with terracotta tiled hearth, inset log burning stove. Built-in cupboard to one side with display shelving over with light. Two windows to front aspect. Numerous exposed beams and timbers. English oak floor boards. Wall light points. Ceiling spot lights. Thermostat. Double radiator. Beamed open entrance into rear hallway. Latch door to:

KITCHEN High ceiling with large central sky light. Iroko work surface with encased china sink unit with brass mixer tap, cupboard beneath, space for fridge. ‘Esse’ oil fired range with double oven and tiled splash back, drawers and shelving with wicker baskets to either side, space and plumbing for dish washer. Iroko hardwood work surfaces. Various shelving. Built-in cupboard to recess with display shelving over. Quarry tiled floor. Ceiling spot lights. Glazed French doors with dog flap leading to courtyard garden. REAR HALL Distressed limestone paved flooring. Window to front aspect. Door with glazed central panel leading into covered area with window to side. Ample space for desk. Down lighting. Smoke alarm. Deep recess to one wall with light. Pine latch door to garage/workshop. Further pine latch door with central glazed leaded panels leading to cloakroom/shower room and family room. LARGE COVERED AREA to outside with terracotta tiled floor. Double timber doors to garage/ workshop. Outside light and spot light. FAMILY ROOM / OCCASIONAL FOURTH BEDROOM Two windows overlooking front garden. Exposed beams and timbers to ceiling. American oak floor boards. TV point. Two traditional radiators. Open tread pine staircase rising to bedroom three. CLOAKROOM / SHOWER ROOM Walk-in shower with large shower head, glass screen, slate flooring and overhead light/extractor. White suite comprising low level WC suite with oak seat and wash hand basin. Slate flooring. Painted half timber clad/part tiled walls. Heated towel rail. FIRST FLOOR LANDING (Approached from sitting room) Fine exposed framework to one wall. Exposed beams to ceiling. Access to loft. Window to front aspect with view towards the church. Pine floor boards. Built-in double wardrobe cupboard with shelved cupboard to side. Pine panelled doors to bedrooms. Further pine panelled door with leaded stained glass window above into bathroom. BEDROOM ONE Exposed oak framework to one wall. Window to front aspect overlooking church. Exposed pine floor boards. Wall light points. Feature ‘tunnel effect’ window to rear aspect. Double radiator. BEDROOM TWO Window to two aspects (one overlooking church). Exposed beams to ceiling. Built-in cupboard with further cupboard above. Exposed pine floor boards. Shelf. Double radiator. BEDROOM THREE (Accessed via staircase from family room) Window overlooking church opposite. Exposed beams and timbers. Exposed pine floor boards. Display recesses to one wall. Down lighting. Radiator. BATHROOM White suite comprising enamelled panelled bath with mixer tap/shower attachment and light/extractor over. Pedestal wash hand basin with attractive individual patterned ceramic tiled splash back. Low level WC suite with oak seat. Exposed ceiling timbers. Down lighting. Ceramic tiled floor. Heated towel rail. OUTSIDE FRONT GARDEN Screened by trellis work and high mature hedging. Picket gate leading into garden which is mainly laid to lawn with border edging containing spring bulbs, shrubs, plants and climbers including clematis and roses. Water tap. Outside light. SMALL REAR COURTYARD GARDEN (Ideal for ‘al fresco’ easting) Well enclosed by high wicker fencing. Brickette pathway/paved patio area. Raised brick border with various shrubs. Outside light. GARAGE / WORKSHOP (Only suitable for a small car) China sink unit with plumbing for washing machine. Space for freezer. ‘Grant’ oil fired boiler and pump. ‘Centre Store’ hot water cylinder. Exposed central beam. Power and light. Access to large loft.

SERVICES Mains water and electricity and drainage. Note: No household services or appliances have been tested and no guarantees can be given by Evans & Partridge. DIRECTIONS From Stockbridge proceed in a northerly direction on the A3057, passing through Leckford. On the outskirts of Andover turn left onto the A303 and continue for approximately two miles to the second exit. Take the slip road off the A303, cross over the dual carriageway, then turn left at the traffic lights signposted Weyhill (A342). Continue through Weyhill and bear right at the mini roundabout, signposted to Ludgershall. Proceed for approximately half a mile and turn right, signposted to Appleshaw. Proceed into the centre of the village passing the public house on the right hand side, and the property will be found on the left hand side opposite the church, just before leaving the village.

VIEWING IS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT WITH EVANS AND PARTRIDGE Agriculture House, High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6HF

Tel. 01264 810702 www.evansandpartridge.co.uk

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