Get your skates on

For those looking for a fabulous home to rent with extensive family accommodation, there is an opportunity to move in before Christmas if they need to move quickly.

West Lodge is a superb detached Georgian village home, with a guest cottage, in the lovely setting of West Meon. Dating from 1792 this house has plenty of charm and is set within beautiful gardens in a peaceful location and with a swimming pool to appeal later in the year.

Tastefully modernised in recent years the house has retained its original character with large sash windows letting in wonderful light throughout. Positioned in a private rural spot in the village, residents can enjoy all the benefits of country living.

From the large reception hall doors lead off to the formal drawing and dining rooms with southerly aspects, the study at the front of the house, and through to a relaxed sitting room, with an open fire, which links with the superb kitchen/breakfast room. There is also a boot room, pantry and side lobby and most rooms have French doors to the garden.

The master bedroom is an impressive space with a walk through dressing room leading into the well equipped bathroom with separate shower. There is also a guest suite on the first floor together with three more bedrooms and a family bathroom.

With its own independent access the guest cottage is attached at the rear of the house.

Hamptons International quotes a monthly rent of £5,500 on an unfurnished basis and enquiries should be directed to the Winchester office on 01962 853046.