2 Bed Detached House For Sale

Carter & May are delighted to offer this unique two DOUBLE bedroom cottage located in Downton. Now available with NO ONWARD CHAIN, the property has been in the family for over 100 years, and comes with approximately half and acre of land.

The property is located in the sought after area of Downton, and has the potential to be extended to the rear of the property if required (subject to planning), with other properties along the road having been extended already.

The accommodation is well-proportioned and offers ample living accommodation.

The ground floor comprises a sitting room with central redbrick fireplace, this leads to the dining room which is of a good size. The dining room leads to the kitchen which has wall and base units and ample worksurface areas. There is a further space for fitted and integrated appliance to include fridge/freeze, washing machine, dishwasher and cooker. To the rear of the property there is a bathroom which is fully fitted with a bath over head shower, low level WC and wash hand basin and has an airing cupboard. The ground floor also benefits from a rear lobby boot room with a double glazed door leading to the rear garden.

Upstairs there are two good-sized doubles bedrooms, with bedroom one offering built-in storage.

The accommodation benefits from double glazing throughout, and a new consumer unit.

Residents of Breamore Road will benefit from the property’s excellent proximity to the centre of Downton which is a short walk away. Downton offers a range of local amenities including a village shop, takeaway restaurants, and pubs, as well as excellent access to the nearby New Forest for those who enjoy a range of outdoor pursuits.

Outside

Leading to the outside of the property. To the right hand side there is a secure wooden gate leading to a driveway and the rear garden. The driveway provides ample off road parking for multiple vehicles. The driveway leads to a detached double garage that has an up-and-over door and power.

The rear gardens has been lovingly cultivated and maintained by the owner with flourishing gardens are a particular highlight of the property.

Behind the garage there is a large garden with mature flora and hedge borders. This area has been used by the owners as a garden, children’s play area, allotment and has been home to animals.

To the left of the garage is a secure gate leading to the rear garden of the property. Immediately adjoining the rear of the cottage is a patio for outdoor seating/entertaining and the ideal vantage point for surveying the glorious cottage garden. Beyond, other areas comprise a lawn with colourful, well stocked beds and borders, and a brick built shed.

Location

The property is located in the popular village of Downton, approximately six miles to the south of Salisbury. Downton has an excellent range of local facilities including a renowned primary school, secondary school, many shops, a leisure centre, a doctor's surgery, chemist, library, 3 pubs and mobile post office. Downton also has a cricket and football club and is within easy reach of the New Forest. Within a short walk you have the stunning river Avon and heathland ideal for walks and bike rides.
Salisbury has an excellent range of schools in both the public and private sectors together with a mainline railway station and twice weekly market.