A unique opportunity to acquire a distinctive and substantial character residence located in the ever popular suburb of Bassett within Southampton city.  The accommodation is incredibly flexible and offers a total of five bedrooms divided between the main property and a separate inter-connecting annexe facility giving a huge variation of options for multi generation living or for those seeking bespoke separate living accommodation.  The main house also offers two generously proportioned reception rooms which inter-connect and can be utilised as one large open plan space, a modern fitted kitchen, separate study and a grand reception hallway.  The first floor offers three double bedrooms with a modern contemporary bathroom and separate shower room with the unusual feature of an integrated sauna facility.  There is also a separate w.c. The annexe is presented in first class order with a delightful sitting/dining room which is open plan to a re-fitted kitchen with breakfast bar area.  There are two further bedrooms, both of which are doubles, and a modern contemporary fitted shower room with over-sized walk-in quadrant style shower.  The exterior of the property continues to impress with parking for numerous vehicles including electric car charge point as well as two integral garages and comprehensive additional inter-connecting workshops, laundry room and enclosed storage spaces.  There are also two separate garden areas flanking the property, one which is laid very much to an entertaining and socialising space which includes a bespoke built bar, integrated seating area as well as a generous patio offering further space for dining and entertaining.  The other gardens which are located to the left hand side of the property are primarily laid to lawn and benefit from being fully enclosed.  Due to the flexible, adaptable nature of the accommodation, standard of finish and enduringly popular location, discerning purchasers are advised to make the earliest of enquiries.

STORM PORCH:
Substantial hardwood door with period stained glass windows giving natural light to the porch providing access to the:-

RECEPTION HALLWAY:
Stairs rising to first floor. Part hardwood panelling to wall surfaces. Feature large arch stained glass window to front elevation. Radiator. Additional stained glass windows to ground floor level.  The reception area is particularly generous and easily can provide space for study/desk area.  

STUDY:
Window to side aspect. Radiator. Built-in storage shelving.

SITTING ROOM:
The room centres around a fitted log burner with stone hearth and a feature bay window to side elevation formed from two double glazed windows and double glazed door leading to the garden. The flooring is finished with exposed and stained floorboards. There are four wall light points. Dado railing. Feature radiator. Partially glazed period sliding doors provide access to the dining room and can remain open to create a large open plan space.

DINING ROOM:
Bay window to rear aspect. Smooth plastered and coved ceiling. Picture railing. Radiator. Within the dining room there is matching exposed stained wood flooring.

KITCHEN:
Re-fitted with a range of eye and base level units with worktop surfaces over. Integrated one and a half bowl drainer sink unit with mixer tap fitting. Fitted feature extractor hood. Suitable space for range style gas oven. Built-in pantry style cupboard. Smooth plastered and coved ceiling. Tiled flooring. Door to:-

REAR LOBBY:
Providing access to the gardens and door to:-

SEPARATE GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM:
Low level w.c. and wash basin.  Window to rear elevation.

Approached from the rear lobby are two further built-in storage cupboards.  Externally there is a laundry style built-in area providing suitable space and plumbing for automatic washing machine and tumble dryer.  

FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Picture railing.  Built-in airing cupboard.  Doors to:-

BEDROOM ONE:
Double glazed bay window to side elevation and double glazed window to rear elevation.  Radiator.  A comprehensive range of built-in wardrobes providing useful hanging and shelf storage.

BEDROOM TWO:
Double glazed windows to side and rear elevations.  Built-in storage cupboard. Door to:-

INNER LOBBY:
Leading to self contained annexe.  Double glazed windows to front and rear elevations.  Built-in storage cupboard.

BEDROOM THREE:
Double glazed window to side elevation.  Two further double glazed windows to front elevation.  Smooth plastered and coved ceiling.  Picture railing.  Radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM:
A contemporary re-fitted suite comprising; free-standing bath with central bath filler fitted in a contemporary style with twin vanity sink unit with double sinks and chrome finish mono bloc mixer tap fittings and fitted wall mounted mirrored storage units. Obscure double glazed window to front elevation.  Wall mounted chrome finish heated towel rail.  Tiled wall surfaces and tiled flooring.  Smooth plastered celing with recessed lighting.  

SEPARATE SHOWER CUBICLE:
Tile enclosed shower with separate body washing attachment.

SAUNA:
Finished with wood panelling and wall mounted heater. 

SEPARATE W.C.
Low level w.c. and vanity hand basin.  Tiled wall surfaces.  Double glazed window to front elevation.  

Access to loft by retractable steps to large loft space used presently for storage.

SEPARATE ANNEXE:

COVERED STORM PORCH:
Double glazed door with glazed inserts leading to:-

ENTRANCE HALLWAY:
Stairs rising to first floor landing.  Large arch finished stained glass window to front elevation.  Smooth plastered and coved ceiling.  Suitable storage space for bookshelves.  Gallery spindle balustrade with archway leading to:-

SITTING/DINING ROOM:
Double glazed bow window to side elevation.  Smooth plastered and coved ceiling.  Radiator.  Open plan to:-

KITCHEN AREA:
A comprehensive re-fitted range of contemporary eye and base level units with worktop surfaces over.  Inset sink with swan neck mixer tap fitting.  Space for under counter dishwasher, fridge and freezer.  Two double glazed windows.  Smooth plastered and coved ceiling.  Integrated hob with extractor hood over.  Tiled splash backs.  Built-in double oven, breakfast bar with suitable space for stools.  Large feature radiator.  Access to loft space.

SHOWER ROOM:
Contemporary re-fitted suite comprising; over-sized quadrant style shower, concealed cistern low level w.c. and counter mounted  hand basin and wall mounted mirrored storage unit.  Smooth plastered ceiling and recessed lighting.  Tiled floor and wall surfaces.  Extractor fan.  Obscure double glazed window and wall mounted chrome finish heated towel rail.

BEDROOM ONE:
Double glazed window to front elevation.  Radiator.  Integral door leading through to inner lobby returning to the main house.

BEDROOM TWO:
Double glazed window to front elevation.  Radiator.

OUTSIDE:
The front garden has a substantial driveway providing parking for numerous vehicles.  There are fence enclosures as well as gated access to the garden to the left of the property.  There are raised bed borders which include established trees and plants with pathway through flanked by the bordering trees/plants/bushes and established rose garden.  The driveway is finished in a herringbone block paviour style.  

Within the annexe facility there are two INTEGRAL GARAGES with up and over door and power and light available.  Further access to integrated workshop facilities benefiting from windows to side and rear elevations which can have multiple uses such as home office, games room or gym amongst many other potential options depending on purchasers requirements.  The gardens to the left hand side of the property are primarily laid to lawn, benefiting from partial fence enclosure and partial brick wall enclosure.  High stone wall retained border area with mature bushes, shrubs and trees providing a high degree of natural seclusion.  To the right hand elevation there is a further separate garden area which has been laid to a patio style and is ideally suited for outside entertaining and recreation.  There is a bespoke built covered bar area with smooth finish retained planters providing integrated seating area with established shrubs providing further seclusion.  External lighting is an additional feature of the patio space.  The patio area is extensive and provides space for recreational facilities.  The gardens are enclosed by further fence panelling and brick walling with detached summer house which is timber constructed with double doors and windows to front elevation with electric supply.

COUNCIL TAX:
Southampton City Council
BAND:       F
CHARGE:  £2,973.19
YEAR:       2023/2024