3 bedroom house

Characterful converted barn in a sought after village

Location

3 Pound Farm Barns is located within the village of Chawton, lying on the edge of the South Downs National Park, close to the former home of Jane Austen. Chawton also boasts a C of E Primary School, Cassandra's Cup corner shop, The Greyfriar's Public House, a village hall and a cricket club with picturesque grounds. A good selection of shops and recreational facilities can be easily accessed in Alton, Farnham and Winchester.
There is easy access to the A31, which gives swift access to the M3 and the national motorway network. The nearest railway station is 1.7 miles in Alton, with services running to London Waterloo (travelling time just over 1 hr 6).

There is an excellent selection of private and public sector schools within easy reach including Bedales, Frensham Heights, Churcher's College, Alton School, St Swithun's Independent Prep and Secondary Girls School, Lord Wandsworth College and Winchester College.

There are plenty of scenic bridleways and footpaths through some beautiful countryside accessed directly from the property.

Description

3 Pound Farm Barns is one of five delightful, characterful properties, created within a converted barn, with exposed timbers and beams, stone tile floors and exposed brick work. A generous entrance hall provides a welcoming arrival into the property which also doubles up as a dining hall. Adjoining the dining hall is a kitchen in a charming country kitchen style with a La Canche range oven. Further on is a utility room with access out to the side of the property. The ground floor also comprise two bedrooms, both with French doors opening out to the south facing walled garden. There is also a family bathroom.

A magnificent sitting room encompasses nearly the majority of the first floor. This room boasts an exposed brick fire surround with log burner, exposed timbers and a vaulted ceiling with windows to the front and rear which allow this room to be wonderfully bright, thanks to the southerly aspect. Steps lead up to a further galleried library/study. The first floor also accommodates the principal bedroom with an en suite shower.

Outside, the property is approached by a driveway leading to an area of shared parking, and gives access to the private garaging. The property benefits from a double garages. Leading through the garaging and along a pretty pathway the charming front courtyard garden is reached and onward to the front door. There is also an attractive of lawn, bordered by mature shrubbery and wild plants. To the rear south facing side to the property is a very private terrace, a perfect setting for al fresco dining.



Marketed by: Savills, Farnham