Situated on the Barton Estate in Whippingham, 1 Ludham Cottage provides one of those rare opportunities to acquire a property surrounded by picturesque countryside with sea views across The Solent to the mainland beyond.

Standing within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this early 19th century charming Grade II-listed semi-detached cottage has been home to the same family for more than 60 years.

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Formerly a farm cottage and part of the historic Barton Estate during the ownership of Queen Victoria, the property has been well maintained and provides a wonderful lifestyle change for those seeking countryside living, while still providing easy access to local towns and connections to London.

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There is a lovely living room.

The cottage has a thatched roof and sits on a large plot extending to just under an acre, with breath-taking views across the valley.

The property can be approached either via the Barton Manor entrance or from Alverstone Road.

The entrance hall leads into a beautiful living room with stunning views of the south-facing front garden and countryside beyond.

There is a multi-fuel cast iron burner with a surrounding fireplace and enclosed stairs to the first floor.

The lobby has dual-aspect windows to side and rear with lovely views and a door to rear garden.

There is a separate dining room overlooking the front garden and a doorway to the kitchen, which has fantastic views across the rear garden to the mainland.

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The stylish kitchen.

The kitchen includes a range of matching white wall and base units with worksurfaces over and incorporating a built-in oven, built-in ceramic sink, microwave, induction hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.

The bathroom is fully tiled and features a panelled bath with an overhead shower attachment, a WC and separate wash-basin and vanity unit. There’s an obscured window to rear.

Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms with views over the front garden and the surrounding countryside.

The second bedroom can accommodate two single beds if preferred.

Outside, there is a large front garden laid to lawn with off-road parking spaces to the front.

The generous rear garden enjoys surroundings views of countryside and right across The Solent to the mainland.

There is a large side garden with small copse and a former kitchen garden area. There is separate access, which could be used for parking.

There is a summerhouse with water, light and power, plus a large timber shed and a garage with an up-and-over door.

LOCATION: Whippingham

BEDROOMS: Two

PRICE: £469,950

AGENT: Hose Rhodes Dickson

TEL: 01983 219002

WEB: hose-rhodes-dickson.co.uk

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