Edgar Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23

This exceptional period family home seamlessly combines timeless elegance with modern living, nestled in the highly desirable St. Cross area of Winchester.

Ideally located within walking distance of local schools, the picturesque water meadows, and the city centre this property offers both convenience and charm. A handsome semi-detached, double-fronted house, the property has been meticulously refurbished over recent years by the current vendor, creating a spacious and beautifully appointed family residence across two floors, with the added benefit of a generous basement offering valuable storage space.

Boasting a westerly facing rear aspect enjoying a sunny aspect, the home features a well-maintained and landscaped garden perfect for entertaining and alfresco dining, bespoke car port for three cars secure off road, and additional permit parking, all tucked away behind the property.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a grand entrance hall with a stunning solid engineered oak flooring which is also consistent through all reception rooms, high ceilings, and a staircase leading to both the basement and the first floor.

The hallway provides access to a beautiful reception room to the right hand side which is front-facing and benefits from a feature fireplace. At the heart of the home is the opened up kitchen/sitting room, which flows effortlessly from the sitting room complete with wood burning stove through to the kitchen which is a stylish blend of form and function, with sleek modern units, granite countertops, integrated appliances, and a striking central island. Bi-folding doors lead out to the rear garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

The adjacent dining room provides a perfect space for family meals and is connected to the conveniently placed utility room. The utility area also provides access to a recently installed ground floor shower room at one end and a practical boot room at the other with direct access out directly into the garden.

The first floor comprises five bedrooms, four of which are generously sized doubles and all benefitting from built in wardrobes. The master suite, located at the rear of the house, enjoys views over the tranquil garden and includes a separate dressing area leading to a contemporary en-suite shower room. A well-appointed, and again recently installed family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation. The basement, accessed via the entrance hall, offers excellent additional storage space, complete with power and lighting, perfect for a variety of uses.

Outside, the property provides a large terrace area that stretches across the rear of the home, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. This area leads up to a beautifully landscaped garden, predominantly laid to lawn, with a rear gate offering convenient access to off-road parking for three cars. This charming and substantial home is the perfect blend of classical grandeur and contemporary convenience, making it an ideal choice for modern family living in one of Winchester’s most sought-after locations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Materials used in construction: Brick with slate roof

The property is in a conservation area

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Just on the outskirts of the centre of Winchester in the sought after area of St Cross, yet still within walking distance of the city centre, Winchester Cathedral and scenic walks. The historic city of Winchester is steeped with many an attraction and variety of useful services and amenities to suit all needs. The thriving city centre has an interesting array of specialist shops, award winning restaurants, and cultural delights including theatre, cinema and sporting venues. For those looking to explore, follow the winding Cathedral lanes where you’ll find curious and interesting architecture. For the finer things in life, there is a wide selection of traditional inns and contemporary bars.

There are scenic walks to St Catherine’s Hill, which in turn gives an outstanding vantage point of the city scape along with beautiful far reaching rural views of the Downs beyond. For those wanting access for outdoor pursuits, look no further, the surrounding area of Winchester offers a wonderful network of bridleways and walks along the Itchen navigation.
The property is within the catchment area of the much sought after and highly regarded Kings School, St Faith’s School, and one of the country’s top 6th form colleges, Peter Symonds College, all of which are in walking distance. The surrounding area also has a superb range of extremely well regarded private schools including Princes Mead School, Twyford School, The Pilgrims’ School, King Edwards VI, St Swithuns' School, and Winchester College, all within easy reach.
Communications are first class, with a mainline railway station to London Waterloo which is approximately a 55 minute journey. Road links are equally conveniently accessible, with the M3, A34 and M27 close to hand. Southampton Airport, with its network of domestic and international flights is approximately an 18 minute drive