Mill Lane, Headley, Hampshire, GU35

A beautiful character cottage, with a number of retained features including beamed ceilings and original stonework, within generous level gardens that have been lovingly landscaped in a prominent village position.

Apple Tree Cottage is an absolute delight! Hidden from passing traffic you get your first glimpse as the entrance gates open revealing the house and a super plot (approaching 0.4 acres) of mature, well stocked and passionately tended gardens which sit to three sides of the cottage; providing an attractive outlook from every room. There is block paved driveway parking and turning in addition to an attached garage.

The entrance porch opens to a reception room on either side. To the left a fine dual aspect sitting room with French doors opening onto the gardens and a large central Inglenook fireplace housing a modern wood burning stove (with evidence of a charming former bread oven tucked away within one corner). To the right is a large open plan dining/family room which also enjoys a character fireplace. Tucked away off this room discreetly are a cloakroom and stairs to the 1st floor.
A modern kitchen completes the ground floor accommodation; with doors to both the front driveway and the rear garden. There is a good range of solid oak fronted drawers and cupboard storage, topped by granite works surfaces, in addition to integrated double oven, induction hob, fridge freezer and washing machine.

Moving to the 1st floor there are double bedrooms with en suite facilities to both ends of the landing, either of which can be enjoyed as the master bedroom.

There are then two further bedrooms and a large family bathroom. The rooms to the first floor are spacious with part vaulted ceilings, although there are beams to be navigated, which form part of the charm and character of the property.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm of this special home.

As special as the cottage is, it is the gardens that really add the wow factor. Sweeping around three sides of the property, approaching 0.4 acres, the grounds have been lovingly landscaped to provide several areas of interest with mature and well established planting throughout. Alongside well stocked borders there is a generous lawn, and a tucked away part walled patio area. Pathways meander through the garden, and at every turn there is an attractive vista including a wisteria clad arbour and a private view of the village church. At the rear of the plot is a formal vegetable area complete with greenhouse.

And finally, there is a charming garden room in the style of a character vaulted glasshouse offering a superb spot in which to enjoy garden views whatever the weather.

HISTORY: The core of Apple Tree Cottage is believed to date back to the late 16th century, featuring timber framing and local ironstone and brick construction.
Sympathetic extensions were added in the early 19th century and the late 20th century, in keeping with the properties Grade II listed heritage and it's significant position within the historic centre of Headley; being within the Headley Conservation Area. It is believed that the house was divided into 3 dwellings at one point but has been carefully restored into a fine example of a period cottage and makes one superb home.
There is a theory that the building was originally constructed for the village church, potentially as a chaplain's house or a church recreation centre, based on historical records and architectural features, and as a nod to this you can see a glimpse of the church from the rear garden.

Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: Exempt – Grade II listed Council Tax Band: H (Correct at time of publication and is subject to change following a council revaluation after a sale)
Services: The property has mains water, electricity, gas fired central heating to radiators and mains drainage.
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Location: Situated in the historic heart of Headley, walking distance of the (albeit small) high street, church, Holly Bush pub, doctors surgery and attached pharmacy, school, garden centre/nursey and village sports field.

Headley is first mentioned in 1066, and alongside it's character properties it is now a modern and thriving village community with a blend of property types.

The Holme Primary School covers both infants and juniors and enjoys it's own forest school. Further schooling options are available close by, bith state and private and more information is available on request.

Further high street shopping can be found at Grayshott, Liphook, Haslemere and Farnham, with main line train stations also in Liphook, Haslemere and Farnham. Access to the A3 with motorway style connections to London, the South Coast and both London Airports is within a few miles. The general area abounds in acres of National Trust lands, ideal for walking and riding, and there are a number of footpaths and connecting bridle ways close by.