3 bed country house for sale

Rookery Lane, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20

A truly charming Grade II Listed cottage, steeped in history and held in the same ownership for over 40 years, occupying a wonderful position in the heart of the quintessential Test Valley village of Broughton.

The Cottage is a particularly appealing example of a traditional Hampshire cottage, with an abundance of original character including a thatched roof, exposed timber beams, traditional timber framing, and period fireplaces. The accommodation has a warmth and individuality that is increasingly difficult to find, while offering surprisingly generous proportions extending to approximately 2,209 sq ft (205.2 sq m), together with a further outbuilding of approximately 102 sq ft outbuilding.

Approached from the picturesque Rookery Lane, The Cottage has an instantly appealing appearance, with its distinctive thatched elevations, mature planting and established cottage-style frontage. Internally, the accommodation is arranged over two floors and provides a versatile layout, with three bedrooms, two reception rooms, a dining area, kitchen/breakfast room, office and sun room.

The dining room forms a particularly impressive centrepiece to the ground floor, enjoying a wealth of exposed beams and a substantial fireplace with timber bressumer. The more modern sun room, offers a more informal space from which to enjoy the surroundings, and connects directly with the kitchen/breakfast room.

The kitchen/breakfast room provides a practical working kitchen with space for informal dining, while a separate utility room adds useful everyday functionality.

The first floor provides three bedrooms, arranged across two sections of the upper floor, and a modern bathroom.

Outside the gardens to both the front and rear have so much to see and enjoy with a wealth of plants, shrubs, trees and lawn. It is a hive of flora and fauna and a beautiful place to escape too.

There is a rare sense of authenticity throughout The Cottage, from the traditional thatched exterior and timber-framed elevations to the exposed beams, fireplaces and irregularities that are such an important part of an old cottage's appeal, this is a home with genuine personality.

Band F

Mains electricity & water
Private drainage
Oil & Biomass boiler for central heating and hot ater

Postcode - SO20 8AZ
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Broughton is the quintessential English village, renowned for its attractive historic architecture, village atmosphere and beautiful Test Valley surroundings. The village offers an exceptional quality of life with a strong community spirit and retains an impressive range of amenities including a highly regarded primary school, doctors’ surgery, community shop and two much-loved public houses, alongside a wealth of clubs and societies.

The nearby historic market town of Stockbridge provides an excellent selection of independent shops, restaurants and everyday conveniences. Excellent transport links are close at hand, with a mainline railway station at Grateley, while the cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester are both within easy reach.