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£2,400,000

Midlington Hill, Droxford, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32

Land size
3 acres
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
6

Key Features

  • Exceptional country residence
  • Over 7000 sq ft
  • Approximately 3 acres of grounds
  • Heated outdoor swimming pool
  • Paddock and grass tennis area
  • Self contained one-bedroom annexe
  • Six bedrooms and six bathrooms
  • Five separate reception rooms
  • Large library room with stunning spiral staircase
  • Very generous and well appointed kitchen

Description

Set amidst the unspoilt beauty of the Meon Valley, Greywells House is an exceptional country residence occupying a private and idyllic position surrounded by rolling Hampshire countryside. Extending to well in excess of 7000 sq ft inc the main garage and a self contained annexe, this magnificent farmhouse-style home exudes elegant contemporary living, all set within approximately three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, including paddock and private woodland.

Approached via an extensive forecourt and framed by mature, landscaped gardens, the house immediately conveys a sense of scale and distinction. Immaculately presented throughout, the accommodation has been thoughtfully designed to provide an effortless balance between grand entertaining spaces and comfortable family living.

The heart of the home is a spectacular kitchen and family room, a light-filled gathering space perfectly suited to modern lifestyles. A series of beautifully proportioned reception rooms provide exceptional versatility, including two beatutiful drawing rooms, a formal dining room, family room, study, gym and a stunning library, complete with a handcrafted solid wood spiral staircase that creates a striking architectural focal point. In total, the property offers six generous bedrooms and six beautifully appointed bathrooms, ensuring ample accommodation for family and guests alike.

Outside, Greywell House truly comes into its own. The mature grounds have been meticulously landscaped to create a series of enchanting outdoor spaces, with sweeping lawns, established planting and specimen trees providing year-round interest and privacy. At the centre of the gardens lies a heated swimming pool, creating a wonderful setting for relaxation and summer entertaining while enjoying views across the surrounding countryside.

The wider grounds extend to approximately three acres and include a paddock, a grass tennis area, and a delightful one-acre woodland area, complete with a double garage ideal as a further storage facility. A comprehensive range of ancillary buildings further enhances the property's remarkable versatility, including a self-contained one-bedroom annexe above the double garage, ideal for guests, multi-generational living or income potential. A detached garden studio provides an inspiring space for home working, creative pursuits or leisure use, while various additional outbuildings offer extensive storage and practical accommodation.

Occupying a coveted position within one of Hampshire's most sought-after villages, Greywell House offers a rare combination of privacy, space and rural tranquillity, whilst remaining conveniently connected to nearby market towns, excellent schools and transport links to London and the South Coast.

A landmark country home of exceptional quality and presence, Greywell House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished family residence in one of southern England's most desirable rural settings.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Droxford is a highly sought-after village nestled in the picturesque Meon Valley, renowned for its charming rural character, beautiful countryside walks, and strong sense of community. The village offers a range of local amenities including a village shop, café, public house, primary school, and church, while the nearby market town of Bishops Waltham provides a wider selection of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities.

The area is exceptionally well placed for access to the South Downs National Park, offering an abundance of outdoor pursuits including walking, cycling, and horse riding. Communications are excellent, with convenient road links via the A32 connecting to Winchester, Fareham, and Southampton. Mainline railway services are available from nearby Botley and Winchester, providing direct connections to London and the South Coast.

Combining the tranquillity of village life with excellent accessibility, Droxford remains one of Hampshire's most desirable locations in which to live.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-07-04

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,853 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).

This Property£800,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £303,627 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
69 C
70 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Oil Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Garage, Driveway
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 90% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Droxford Junior School0.6 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    164
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Meonstoke Church of England Infant School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 7
    Pupils
    68
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    409
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Bishops Waltham Infant School2.7 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    5 to 7
    Pupils
    199
    Type
    Community school
  • Bishop's Waltham Junior School2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    287
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Swanmore College2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,338
    Type
    Community school
  • Deer Park School6.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    910
    Type
    Free schools
  • Horndean Technology College6.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,288
    Type
    Community school
  • The Cowplain School6.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    993
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Wyvern College6.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,313
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Sainsburys Bishops Waltham Local, Bishop's Waltham3.1 miles
Spar Ash View, Bishop's Waltham3.5 miles
Co-op The Square Wickham, Wickham, Hampshire4.1 miles

GP surgery

Bishops Waltham Surgery3 miles

Pharmacy

Bishops Waltham Pharmacy3 miles

Hospital

Queen Alexandra Hospital7.7 miles

Green space

Allotments Or Community Growing Spaces882 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Botley Rail Station5.6 miles

Nearest bus stop

Soberton Village Hall0.7 miles

Typical drive times

Fareham14 min · 9.4 miles
Wickham7 min · 4.6 miles
Hedge End16 min · 8.4 miles
Bishop's Waltham8 min · 3.8 miles
Winchester (city)19 min · 12 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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