Knowle House

Mincingfield Lane • • • S032 2BR

Knowle House Mincingfield Lane • Durley • Hampshire • SO32 2BR

A substantial detached Edwardian country house set in an elevated position within 8.8 acres with fantastic views over its grounds and surrounding countryside Accommodation Entrance vestibule • Reception hall • Drawing room • Dining room • Sitting room • Study Studio/gym/family room • Kitchen/breakfast room • Laundry room • Utility room • Cloak room • Cellar Impressive master bedroom suite with en suite bathroom and dressing room/bedroom 4 • 5/6 further bedrooms, 2 with en suite bathroom 1 further family bathroom • Kitchenette Extensive roof terrace • Outbuildings: workshop with extensive garaging, greenhouse, store, 2 stables, tack room In all set within 8.8 acres EPC = E Bishops Waltham 2.5 miles • International Airport 8 miles • 10.5 miles Southampton 9 miles • Alresford 15 miles • London 75 miles (all mileages are approximate)

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Situation Description original oak surround and oak flooring, is well arranged with The property sits in extensive grounds in a secluded position on Knowle House is a substantial Edwardian country house built-in hardwood floor to ceiling cupboards and provides a the eastern fringes of the village. The village itself offers 2 public occupying an elevated position within grounds of approximately great space for working from home. The split level kitchen/ houses, primary school, village hall and church. An excellent 8.8 acres. This impressive house has undergone complete breakfast room is well equipped with a range of floor and wall range of local amenities can be found in Bishops Waltham (2.5 refurbishment by the current owners, resulting in some mounted units including cupboards converted from Edwardian miles), which is a pretty medieval market town with an excellent impressive accommodation which is being presented to cabinets with bespoke hand-made marine ply carcasses with range of independent schools, boutiques, coffee shops and an exacting standard, mixing the period features alongside solid beech drawers and attractive work surfaces over. From restaurants. For more comprehensive amenities the property contemporary styling perfectly. The accommodation in the main the raised kitchen area are steps down to the breakfast area, is almost equidistant from the cathedral and house extends to 6,679 sq ft, and the fantastic dimensions where there is ample space for informal dining. A separate utility the commercial centre of Southampton. within some of the principal rooms reflect the property’s historic room and laundry room mean that the practical elements of the origins. For commuters there are rail links to London Waterloo at Botley house are easily at hand. The studio/gym/central family room, (2.5 miles) and (3 miles). Access to the M27 and M3 The principal drawing room is of generous dimensions, with which is fully air-conditioned (2 units), is close by and therefore can be found 5 miles and 8.5 miles away respectively, giving high ceilings and large windows making for a particularly light provides a flexible living space, depending on individual access to the South Coast, London and the Midlands. As well room. Double doors open through into a dining room, making requirements. This is a substantial room and could also have as access to the world renowned sailing facilities on the South this a fine space for entertaining. Off the magnificent reception potential to be set up as a separate annexe arrangement. Coast, the area also offers a wealth of country pursuits on the hall are 2 further reception rooms including the sitting room Out of the reception hall a staircase rises to the first floor, doorstep, with footpaths and bridleways in abundance and with its deep bay and central fireplace, making it a cosy room providing access to the bedroom accommodation. The master fishing along the Meon valley. for informal occasions. The study, with its large fireplace with bedroom is an impressive suite, with fantastic proportions. The en suite bathroom is cleverly concealed behind the full height American walnut panelling of the private interconnecting corridor to the dressing room/bedroom 4. Off the dressing room is access onto the large expanse of roof terrace, which provides a vantage point to enjoy the views over the surrounding grounds and countryside beyond. There is power to the roof terrace, meaning that one can entertain there if so desired. In total the house is currently configured with 6 bedrooms, of which 3 have en suites and there is a further family bathroom. It could easily be made into 7 bedrooms, and with a kitchenette at second floor level, again there is potential to create a live-in apartment if required. Outside The property is approached via electric gates which open out onto the gravelled driveway which meanders up through the grounds and culminates in a turning/parking area to the side of the property. This driveway also continues down to the large outbuildings, where there is potential for garaging for numerous vehicles. The elevated position of the property means that it enjoys some far-reaching views. The grounds immediately surrounding the house have been well manicured and the attractive verandah covered terrace which extends around the north and eastern elevations of the property gives this property a unique style. At the front there are expanses of lawn which are broken up by some mature hedges, and there are two orchards, one on either side of the central lawn at the front. There are numerous outdoor areas from which one can admire the views. To the west of the grounds is a substantial modern barn with air-conditioning, power and light which provides the potential for a variety of uses. Beyond the barn is a formal vegetable garden potager which consists of 16 raised beds extensively planted with a range of vegetables and plants. There is a pergola covered seating area overlooking the beds and offering views to the west and beyond. There is also stabling and a greenhouse in this section. The main section of fields lies to the north and again provides a fantastic backdrop. Tenure Freehold. Services Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Outgoings Council Tax: Band G. Local Authority Winchester City Council. Postcode SO32 2BR Energy Performance Copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate is available on request Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills. Knowle House, Durley, SO32 2BR Approx. Gross Internal Area

Main House Bedroom 5 7.74 x 5.18 6665 Sq Ft - 619 Sq M 25'5" x 17'0" Kitchenette (Excluding Eaves) 3.77 x 2.99 Eaves 12'4" x 9'10" Eaves Tack Room 3.58 x 1.66 Outbuildings Workshop Workshop 11'9" x 5'5" 8.44 x 6.67 10.16 x 9.23 2370 Sq Ft - 220 Sq M 27'8" x 21'11" 33'4" x 30'3"

Stable 3.50 x 3.50 11'6" x 11'6"

Eaves

Bedroom 7 5.50 x 5.06 Bedroom 6 18'1" x 16'7" 5.04 x 4.86 Eaves Stable 16'6" x 15'11" Green House Tool Shed 3.58 x 3.46 6.20 x 2.85 5.15 x 2.69 11'9" x 11'4" 20'4" x 9'4" 16'11" x 8'10" Eaves

Outbuildings Second Floor

Studio/Gym/ Play Room 11.14 x 6.13 Roof Terrace 36'7" x 20'1" 10.17 x 7.51 33'4" x 24'8"

Laundry Room 3.47 x 2.48 11'5" x 8'2"

Kitchen 6.83 x 3.85 Cellar Utility 3.66 x 2.78 22'5" x 12'8" 2.73 x 2.58 12'0" x 9'1" Sitting Room Study T 8'11" x 8'6" Bedroom 1 Bedroom 4 Roof Terrace 5.19 x 4.28 5.21 x 3.83 7.66 x 5.20 5.26 x 3.92 17'0" x 14'1" 17'1" x 12'7" 25'2" x 17'1" 17'3" x 12'10"

Breakfast Room 6.62 x 4.35 21'9" x 14'3" Lower Ground Floor

Drawing Room Dining Room Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 6.71 x 4.89 6.11 x 4.30 6.73 x 4.90 6.11 x 4.37 22'0" x 16'1" 20'1" x 14'1" 22'1" x 16'1" 20'1" x 14'4"

Ground Floor First Floor Important Notice Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any off er or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have Capture Propertynot Marketingtested 2018. Drawnany to RICSservices, guidelines. equipment or facilities. Purchasers All Measurements are approximate and should not be relied on as a statement of fact. must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 20180504MT. Plan is for illustration purposes only. Not drawn to scale. Savills.co.uk