Downton Hill, Salisbury

About the property

***SOLD*** A superb and sizeable detached family home set within a sought-after rural location. Positioned on the edge of the village of Redlynch, prospective buyers will benefit from fine views over the neighbouring fields and the rolling countryside beyond. The property has been lovingly maintained by the current vendors and presents a unique opportunity for prospective buyers to establish their perfect family home. The property is accessed by a private drive which opens into an open courtyard which has space for multiple vehicles and houses the detached double garage. Internally, the accommodation comprises two large reception rooms, a good-sized kitchen with a range of integrated appliances, a study, shower room, and a conservatory on the ground floor. Upstairs there are four well-proportioned bedrooms each with built-in storage solutions, two of which are served by en-suite shower rooms. The interior has been well-maintained by the current vendor, but also offers scope for improvements throughout, subject to imagination, which could enhance the plots versatility and help suite a buyer’s needs. Externally, the rear garden is first introduced via doors from the rear porch and the conservatory. These doors flow onto a patio with ample room for al fresco dining table & chairs and an outdoor sofa suite, creating an idyllic space for entertaining guests. This is set before a lovely laid-to-lawn garden which is enclosed with a variety of mature shrubs and bushes at its perimeter. The garden also offers convenient side access to the front of the plot and has a dedicated area for vegetable patches for those with green fingers. At the centre of the garden is a picturesque pond linked to the patio via a garden path.

Approach

When travelling from Salisbury, follow signs towards Downton south along the A338 from the Harnham Junction. When entering the village, turn left at the junction with The Bull hotel onto The Borough (B3080). Continue for approximately two miles before turning right onto Appletree Road. At the end of the road turn right again onto Downton Hill where access to the property will become apparent on the left-hand side after a short distance.

Entrance Hall

Double doors to the front open to an introductory porch with space for storing boots, coats, etc. Secondary door flows through into the hallway with tile-effect flooring. This gives access to the kitchen, sitting room, dining room, shower room, study, and an under-stair cupboard, as well as the first-floor landing via the carpeted stairs.

Kitchen 13' 0'' x 11' 3'' (3.96m x 3.43m)

Tile-effect flooring with windows to the front and side aspects. Offers a range of high and low cabinet units with adjoining solid worktops incorporating a one and a quarter stainless-steel sink basin with drainer unit, and surrounding splashback tiling. Integrated appliances include a wall-mounted oven and microwave, with separate four-ring electric hob with extractor hood above. Also offers space for a dishwasher and flows through to the utility room.

Utility Room 9' 5'' x 6' 6'' (2.87m x 1.98m)

Continuation of the tile-effect flooring with window to the side. Offers additional cabinet units with adjoining worktops and splashback tiling. Has space for a full-height fridge/freezer, washing machine, and a tumble dryer. Also has the wall-mounted gas boiler concealed in a matching unit and has a door through to the porch at the rear which gives access to the garden.

Sitting Room 19' 6'' x 13' 0'' (5.94m x 3.96m)

Carpeted reception room space with windows to the side and rear aspects. Offers a central gas fireplace set on a marble hearth with mantelpiece above, and has doors flowing through to the conservatory at the rear.

Conservatory 13' 0'' x 11' 6'' (3.96m x 3.50m)

Carpeted conservatory with outlooks over the garden, and double patio doors flowing out to the rear.

Dining Room 13' 11'' x 11' 4'' (4.24m x 3.45m)

Carpeted reception room space with window to the rear aspect. Currently utilised as a ground floor bedroom.

Study 9' 8'' x 8' 1'' (2.94m x 2.46m)

Carpeted space with window to the rear. Ideally used as a home office/study space.

Shower Room 7' 3'' x 7' 1'' (2.21m x 2.16m)

Tile-effect flooring with window to the side aspect. Offers a walk-in shower cubicle with surrounding splashback tiling, a WC, wash hand basin with vanity unit, and an extractor fan above.

First Floor Landing

Carpeted stairs ascend from the ground floor to the first-floor landing with window to the front. Gives access to the four bedrooms and the airing cupboard, as well as the roof space via loft hatch above.

Bedroom One 12' 6'' x 11' 4'' (3.81m x 3.45m)

Carpeted bedroom space with window to the rear offering lovely views over the garden and neighbouring countryside. Offers two large built-in wardrobes, access to the en-suite, and a dressing area (6"0 x 4"4).

En-suite 10' 3'' x 6' 1'' (3.12m x 1.85m)

Tiled flooring with window to the side aspect. Offers a large walk-in shower unit with surrounding wet-wall panelling, a WC, Wash hand basin, a heated towel rail, and an extractor fan above.

Bedroom Two 14' 3'' x 11' 4'' (4.34m x 3.45m)

Carpeted bedroom space with window to the rear aspect. Offers a built-in wardrobe and has access to the en-suite.

Bedroom Three 11' 5'' x 9' 4'' (3.48m x 2.84m)

Carpeted bedroom space with window to the front aspect, and a built-in wardrobe.

Bedroom Four 9' 6'' x 8' 1'' (2.89m x 2.46m)

Carpeted bedroom space with window to the front and a built-in wardrobe.

Double Garage 19' 0'' x 18' 0'' (5.79m x 5.48m)

Detached double garage space with two up-and-over doors to the front. Equipped with power and lighting, and has window and door to the side.

Exterior

The property is accessed via a private drive which leads to the plot. To the front there is a sizeable courtyard with ample space for multiple vehicles. This gives primary access to the property, side access to the rear garden on both sides, and flows up to the detached double garage. To the rear, the door from the rear porch and the double doors from the conservatory open to the patio. This has ample room for al fresco seating and has an adjoining path which leads to a central pond with surrounding greenery. The patio is set before a laid-to-lawn garden with pleasant outlooks over the neighbouring countryside, and a range of mature flora and shrubs at its perimeter. The garden also offers raised flower beds and dedicated space for vegetable patches.

Location

Redlynch and the neighbouring villages of Morgan's Vale, Woodfalls, and Lover offer a range of amenities including a public house, recreation park and village shop with a Post Office. With the nearby village of Downton and city of Salisbury nearby to supplement everyday amenities. The area is ideally positioned for nearby commuter links including M27 to Southampton and A338 to Salisbury and Bournemouth, whilst also being within a short journey to the stunning New Forest National Park with its abundance of walks and cycle routes. There are a variety of educational establishments including the outstanding Morgan's Vale primary school which is close by, and the Trafalgar secondary school. Redlynch is also within catchment of the Salisbury Grammar Schools. The Cathedral City of Salisbury offers a wider range of amenities. These include, but are not limited to, high-street shops, supermarkets, copious restaurants, pubs & bars, great schooling, and leisure facilities including gyms and sports centres. Salisbury train station also offers excellent commuter links to London Waterloo and the West Country.

Agent's Note

A fence will be erected along the drive and on the boundary with the neighbouring property, Stable House, by its owners.