The Old Stables is a unique period property being offered for sale for the first time in 20 years. Originally built from the stables and the coach house for the adjacent Holybourne Lodge, the property is believed to be around 200 years old with several more recent additions and now provides versatile accommodation in a beautiful garden setting.
The bespoke, solid wood kitchen features a Rosieres range cooker and a central island. The open-plan vaulted kitchen/breakfast room is the real hub of the house with two flexible reception rooms adjacent, both with access to the garden. There is a light drenched conservatory with wonderful views of the tranquil garden and doors onto the terrace. The main bedroom suite boasts a dressing area and en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and separate shower. A staircase leads to a soundproofed study above the bedroom suite. At the other end of The Old Stables are three more bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom. There is also a separate shower room/cloakroom. The fourth bedroom is currently being used as a study. This is a charming period home within a stunning garden setting, with no onward chain. EPC Rating D.
The Old Stables is approached along a winding gravel drive and leads to the double garage with turning and parking for a number of cars. The tranquil, private gardens are a real feature of The Old Stables and include a number of mature specimen trees including Tulip, Eucalyptus, Ash, Cherry, Canadian Cedar and Lime, and espalier fruit trees including Plum, Apple and Pear. A stone bridge leads across the chalk stream (with occasional trout), which flows through the garden, originating from the spring at the nearby 12th century Church, which attracts an abundance of wildlife including Kingfisher, Dragonflies, Grey Wagtails and Heron.
The Old Stables’ well-tended gardens also boast a number of established borders planted with perennials and flowering shrubs providing year-round colour and interest. The terrace connects with all the main reception rooms via double doors and is the perfect place for entertaining in the warmer months. There is a charming Victorian greenhouse (with water and power) and several raised vegetable beds. The Mediterranean feel, low-maintenance heated swimming pool is in a sheltered spot on the terrace, tucked up near the house. About 1.4 acres.