Winchester is well known for its quirkiness and this lovely period townhouse represents all that is best in the city. With superb views over rooftops and three areas of accommodation added to the original format and some contemporary styling, this house has much to offer. Situated at St John’s Mead in Beggars Lane, this quiet corner on the fringes of the city centre features narrow lanes and is a highly convenient location with access to riverside walks and a nature reserve as well as the host of excellent shops, restaurants, bars, cinema and theatres on offer within the city, with one of the local pubs being The Black Boy which is quirkiness itself.

The accommodation now stretches over four floors with an extended sitting room on the lower ground floor with a stylish roof lantern allowing natural light to flood in and bi-folding doors to the terraced garden. There is also a fitted utility room and cloakroom on this floor.

At the entrance level from the street, the very smart maple and granite kitchen opens via period style glazed doors to the dining room which is graced by a traditional fireplace and lovely westerly views over the city through the sash window.

An imposing staircase rises from the ground floor and incorporates an exposed brick wall and beautiful turned mahogany handrail, with decorative cast iron balustrades. At the top of the stairs there are two openings with arched tops and on the top landing is a westerly facing sash window. Two bedrooms and a bathroom are arranged over this level with a wonderful third bedroom in the converted loft space.

Areas of paving and decking have been laid on the terraced garden, softened by raised planters. A soundproofed studio at the rear would make an ideal home office or teenage den and has French doors opening to a private decked area. Residents’ on street parking is available.

With a price guide of £650,000, Belgarum will be happy to arrange a personal inspection of this slightly quirky house with much to offer. Contact the office on 01962 844460.