Durley Hall Lane, Durley, Southampton
£2,650,000

Durley Oaks is a truly unique concept, whilst interpreted as a ‘barn conversion’ this by no means adequately describes the completed project accurately. In line with the relevant permissions within planning, the current owners who created this masterpiece have kept the integrity and shape of the original only functional agricultural building, whilst creating a stunning and individual contemporary home. The transformation from the original structure to the completed project can only be described as exceptional. With incredible attention to detail throughout, and quality of materials used, we believe is unparalleled. From the most cursory of looks, it is obvious that every facet of construction and design has been painstakingly thought out. Each occasion the property is viewed, you will notice some other high level of detail, such is the metamorphosis from start to finish. Durley Oaks enjoys a high level of privacy and seclusion, set behind private full height electric gates, set in 6.77 acres of Hampshire countryside, leaving no other property in sight. The adept design and layout has been considered so that all principle rooms enjoy a view over the extensive grounds and pleasant countryside beyond. Even the principle suite boasts a superb mezzanine bedroom area, which enjoys a large floor-to-ceiling picture glazed panel, that offers a stunning view through the vaulted reception below, over the rear terrace, onto the gardens beyond. The ground floor layout has been carefully thought-through with all of the space being accessed via a wide central hallway, which is flooded with natural light from the many glazed roof lights above. Whilst reception areas are found directly off this hallway, a clever secondary, parallel hallway has been created which affords the bedrooms an additional level of privacy. With only two bedroom areas on separate mezzanine levels and accessed via stunning bespoke feature staircases, the vast majority of the living and sleeping space is on the ground floor, which in turn offers a great deal of versatility, giving some of the rooms potential multiple purposes. As currently laid out and used three of the five bedrooms have their own en-suites, the final two sharing a large bathroom with separate bath and shower. The heart of the home is found stretching the entire width at the rear of the property, in excess of 60ft wide this magnificent reception area, has a luxuriously appointed kitchen, dining area, and family room living space. Surrounded by oversized glass doors and panels, possessing unobstructed views from all visible angles, with the entire area set under tall vaulted ceilings, this further accentuates, the vastness of space on offer. Although the main reception area is more than enough to provide the lucky resident family with their entire day time living space, there is still in addition a private snug/TV lounge , a purpose built cinema room featuring Dolby Atmos surround sound, and home office, a walk in larder/pantry, separate utility and downstairs cloakroom complete the accommodation. The layout of this gargantuan home works superbly with a balance of large open plan living, and ample additional private spaces. Externally Once inside the privacy of the large automatic electric gates at the front, there are landscaped front garden areas, a large area for parking and access to the various areas of the grounds. Immediately behind the property is a full width terrace area, bordered with landscaped shrub beds. This provides an amazing outside entertaining space, with the addition of a glazed contemporary garden room, which has sliding glazed panels, which once open provide an additional but covered outdoor space. Although the rear formal gardens are an open and flat space, they still offer the occupants a pleasant and private area overlooking the property’s grounds and the Hampshire countryside beyond. -2- Although the main residence offers a staggering living space approaching 5500 sq.ft, there is an additional adjacent barn/outbuilding, which with its storage areas potentially offers an additional utility space in excess of 6500 sq.ft. Subject to the appropriate planning permissions this space could be potentially utilised for a number of exciting additions to the main residence. Location Durley Oaks is pleasantly located in the rural Hampshire countryside, equi-distant (under ten miles) between the popular city centres of Winchester and Southampton. Both areas offer an abundance of shopping, public & leisure amenities. The Solent approximately thirty minutes drive away offers world renowned sailing facilities and marinas, there are a number of Golf clubs within very easy reach, along with many other sporting options, including the home of Hampshire Cricket at the Ageas Bowl. Many of the outlying picturesque villages offer an eclectic mix of eateries and hostelries, further solidifying this as a truly pleasing place to live. Offering the best of privacy and seclusion, but being within striking distance of every day needs and requirements. 7 minute drive to local shops and restaurants in Bishops Waltham. 10 minute drive to Hedge End retail centre including Marks & Spencer’s. Commuting Both the M3 and M27 are accessible close by, providing easy daily commuter travel to much of the south coast and north towards Basingstoke, London and beyond. Southampton Airport Parkway and Winchester station offer excellent rail links directly into London Waterloo. Southampton Airport is only 7.4 miles distant (Google maps) which has flights to many major UK towns and cities, and by using the associated hub Schiphol in Amsterdam via Southampton it is possible to connect to most major destinations worldwide. Supplementary Information Council Tax: Band G Payable £3,200.49 April 2023 - March 2024 Authority: Winchester City Council. Services: Mains water and electricity, Heating – Ground source heat pump. Private drainage: (Sewage treatment plant) Our Clients Position Our clients have already identified their onward purchase which we believe the sellers of, already own their next property, so the forward chain is small and can move quickly, further details available upon request.