All the makings of a wonderful family home

Built in the late eighteenth century, this Grade II listed, detached brick cottage in the historic village of Southwick has all the makings of a wonderful family home.

Arranged over three floors, with six bedrooms in total, a cellar, numerous outbuildings and extensive grounds, the property provides versatile accommodation brimming with the quirks and charm associated with a property of this type. The rent has been set at a very reasonable rate to allow for the fact that the internal decoration, carpets, curtains and servicing of the Aga will be the responsibility of the tenant.

The main reception room is generously proportioned and the formal dining room has a beautiful carved beam detail. The kitchen provides space for relaxed family meals and there is also an office/boot area with original tiled floor, a flagstone rear hall with a door to the garden, utility room, cloakroom and store.

In addition to four bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor there is a snug/tv area and two attic bedrooms above.

Set in large gardens where there are lawns, hedged walkways, a rockery and an open play area, the setting is delightful and the front boundary is delineated from the lane by a white picket fence. There is a rear driveway leading to a garage, car port and shed.

The picturesque village of Southwick lies at the heart of Southwick Estate. Southwick translates from the Saxon ‘south dairy farm’ and over time this farmstead has grown into a small village. The community centres around two pubs and a post office and is situated six miles north of Portsmouth and within the district authority of Winchester.

The Country House Company asks a monthly rent of £1,950 and will be happy to provide further details. Call the office on 023 9263 2275.