Salisbury Road, Ower, Romsey, SO51

An exceptional oak–framed detached family home offering five bedrooms and accompanied by a detached cottage, triple garage, ménage, and approximately 3.5 acres, ideally positioned for access to The New Forest National Park and Southampton.

SITUATION

Ower is a small hamlet located about three miles south-west of Romsey, within the boundaries of the New Forest National Park. The area enjoys a number of well-regarded public houses, with a comprehensive range of day-to-day amenities and facilities available in the nearby market town of Romsey. Schools for all ages are readily available, both state and private and there are excellent transport links with easy access to the M27, connecting to Southampton, Portsmouth and Winchester via the M3 to the north. Direct rail links to London are just a short drive away at Ashurst or Totton, while Southampton Airport Parkway provides fast and regular trains to London Waterloo. In addition, Southampton and Bournemouth airports lie within close proximity and are once again, easily accessible by car.

THE PROPERTY

Built around the turn of the century, Pendragon has been maintained to an excellent standard, showcasing quality craftsmanship and carefully chosen fixtures throughout. Constructed from green oak, the property combines character with thoughtful modern touches, including integrated internal and external sound systems, underfloor heating, and a blend of Amtico, oak, limestone, and marble flooring.

The ground floor offers an inviting flow of accommodation. The hallway leads into the sitting room featuring a vaulted ceiling, fully glazed gable, inglenook fireplace, and a handcrafted oak spiral staircase leading to a galleried mezzanine, currently used as a snug. The well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room opens onto a sun terrace and adjoins a formal dining room, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The ground floor also includes the principal bedroom with ensuite shower room, a further bedroom, a dressing room, study, family bathroom, and an additional cloakroom.

The first floor continues to impress with a bright and airy landing, which leads to three further generously sized double bedrooms, which are served by a modern shower room.

OUTSIDE

The property is approached via a private electric gate and a sweeping driveway that provides ample parking and turning space, leading to the main house and the detached Annexe. The Annexe offers versatile ancillary accommodation, currently arranged with a sitting room, kitchen, utility room, bedroom, and bathroom. For equestrian or leisure pursuits, the stable block provides four stables and a tack room, with an additional tack room located near the detached triple garage. The grounds extend to approximately 3.5 acres, comprising a ménage, paddock, and beautifully landscaped formal gardens.