1 bed flat for sale

Southdown Road, Shawford, Winchester, Hampshire SO21

Occupying a sought-after position on the outskirts of Winchester, this charming apartment forms part of an elegant converted building dating back to circa 1902, combining period character with generous living space and attractive communal grounds.

The apartment is accessed via a welcoming entrance hall with space for coats and shoes, leading through to a spacious kitchen offering an excellent range of storage and worktop space, along with room for a breakfast table.

The standout feature of the home is the impressive double-aspect sitting room, flooded with natural light and enjoying pleasant views over the communal grounds. Offering ample space for both living and dining areas, this characterful room boasts a striking inglenook fireplace complete with a log-burning stove-an exceptionally rare and desirable feature for an apartment.

The bathroom is tastefully appointed with a natural-coloured suite, complemented by attractive feature tiling and a stone floor. The generous principal bedroom benefits from twin built-in wardrobes, providing excellent storage.

Outside, residents enjoy beautifully maintained communal gardens with a dedicated BBQ area and shared storage shed, creating a wonderful space to relax and socialise. Ample resident parking is available to the rear of the building.

The property has also benefited from significant improvements in recent years, including repairs to both the roof and driveway, enhancing the building and grounds for all residents.

This delightful apartment offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy character living in a highly desirable Winchester location, with the perfect balance of period charm, practical living space and attractive communal amenities.
Tenure

Leasehold 999 Years from 25/03/1982
Unexpired Years: 955 Years Remaining
Annual Ground Rent: £10
Ground Rent Increase: Ask Agent
Ground Rent Review Period: Ask Agent
Annual Service Charge: £1,200
Annual Reserve Fund Payment: £1,152
These details are to be confirmed by the vendor's solicitor and must be verified by a buyer's solicitor.
Agents Note: Where this property is subject to estate management, service, and/or ground rent charges, an administrative fee may be payable to the management company to transfer these charges into the buyer’s name upon completion.
Additional information


Materials used in construction: Ask Agent

Commercial vehicles and vans owned by residents are not permitted to be parked on the property. In addition, apartments must not be used for any business or commercial purposes.

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Southdown Road is situated in the highly desirable village of Shawford, just south of Winchester, offering an enviable balance of peaceful village living and excellent connectivity. Surrounded by beautiful Hampshire countryside, Shawford is particularly popular with professionals, families and downsizers seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of the city.

The village benefits from its own railway station, providing regular services to Winchester, Southampton and London Waterloo, making it an excellent choice for commuters. The nearby M3 also offers convenient road links to London, the South Coast and beyond.

Shawford enjoys a strong sense of community and is home to a village hall, cricket club and picturesque walks along the River Itchen and the Itchen Navigation, with the nearby South Downs National Park offering miles of scenic countryside to explore. The neighbouring villages of Twyford and Compton provide a range of local amenities, including a convenience store, café, public houses and highly regarded schools.

The historic Cathedral City of Winchester lies approximately three miles away and offers an extensive selection of independent boutiques, high street shops, restaurants, cafés and cultural attractions, together with a mainline railway station offering fast services to London Waterloo in around an hour.