Bugmore Hill, Old Alresford, Hampshire, SO24

A quintessential Hampshire home providing an idyllic rural, family lifestyle with the perfect balance of peace and seclusion without isolation and exceptional, far-reaching views.

ABOUT THIS HOUSE
Godsfield House really is the most fabulous and very special family home. Its setting is one of utter peace and quiet and the far-reaching views are exceptional. The entire property is surrounded by glorious countryside and is nestled in amongst farm land and the wildlife. Herds of deer can be seen wandering through the adjoining fields and barn owls are a regular sight. The whole property is shrouded in a wonderful calm and serenity; it is truly magical. Tucked away at the end of a half-mile-long track, that is shared with one neighbour and the local farmer, means it is remote but not isolated.

The house was substantially rebuilt and extended in 2016, completed 2017 and is not Listed. It is light, full of character and ideal for entertaining with its open plan kitchen/ dining room that open out onto the southeast-facing terrace. There is also a south-facing terrace overlooking the pool. The interior design in every room is exquisite and tasteful; harmonious to its calm surroundings. The garden and grounds extend to just over 3 acres and there is room for a pony or two. The five-bedroom home, coupled with the two, one-bedroom annexes, tennis court and swimming pool creates the perfect home for a family.

There is existing planning permission (in perpetuity under 14/01886/FUL) for an orangery off the south-facing façade, overlooking the pool.

ABOUT THIS AREA
The property is situated in a rural position high atop Bugmore Hill with fabulous views out across to Upper Wield and Hattingley. There are walks down to the Candover Valley, Bighton and Swarraton. The Georgian market town of Alresford lies about 4 miles to the south-west and provides a wide range of independent shops and restaurants. The property is equidistant to Alton, Basingstoke and the cathedral city of Winchester; all about 12 miles away.

The M3 (J7) is about 9 miles away and there are mainline stations at Basingstoke (London Waterloo from 44 minutes), Winchester (London Waterloo from 58 minutes) and Micheldever (London Waterloo from 63 minutes). The M3, A31, A3, A34 and A303 are all easily accessible.

There are a number of excellent independent schools in the area, which include The Pilgrims' School, Princes Mead, Alton School, Lord Wandsworth College, Bedales, Cheam, Twyford, Winchester College and St Swithun’s School for Girls. State schools include Preston Candover Primary School, Perins in Alresford, Alton College and Peter Symonds Sixth Form College.

TOWNS AND STATIONS
Alresford 4 miles
M3 (Junction 7) 8 ½ miles
Alton 12 miles
Winchester 12 miles
Basingstoke 12 miles
Micheldever station 8 ½ miles
London Waterloo from 63 minutes