School Road, Southampton, SO31 8BY

This unique and imposing five-bedroom detached dwelling was originally constructed in 1835 and held the accolade of being the former school, serving the local community. The property has subsequently undergone various extension and renovation projects, culminating in a spacious, versatile and characterful home that marries the past and the present, where every detail exudes timeless elegance and modern convenience.

The flexibility of the accommodation on offer is a particular highlight, this would make a splendid family home that can be configured to complement modern living, whilst being nestled in a highly desirable location. The dwelling occupies a sizeable plot of approximately one acre. The extensive grounds include two driveways, a triple garage, a garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The ground floor offers ample space to socialise and relax in one of three reception rooms and a delightful kitchen breakfast room. The accommodation offers a utility room, study and a separate cloakroom. The first floor boasts five bedrooms, with an en-suite to the master bedroom, and two further bathrooms.

This is not just a home, it is, in our opinion, an example of exquisite, historical, architectural design, a statement of affluence offering the perfect balance of rustic charm and modern allure.

The Local Area Of Old Bursledon

The conservation area of Old Bursledon is a village, on the River Hamble in Hampshire, renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. Often referred to as the sheltered haven, Old Bursledon is perfectly suited for yachts and motorboats alike. It is one of the River Hamble’s best-kept secrets. The neighbouring Elephant boatyard offers sheltered pontoon births, shore facilities, water, and electricity. The yard is situated on the site where HMS Elephant was built in 1786, Nelson’s flagship during the Battle of Copenhagen in 1801. It has been a working boatyard ever since.

Swanwick Marina is within walking distance and can accommodate over 300 berths, some for boats over 18m. They also offer a dry stack service and, you can also dry berth yachts up to 13m. Also only a short distance from the property, there is a public slipway and numerous chandleries. Local yacht clubs include the Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble and Warsash sailing club.

The neighbouring villages include Swanwick, Hamble-le-Rice, Netley, and Sarisbury Green. Whatever your boating style, the River Hamble makes it an ideal base from which to explore the Solent with easy day cruising to Portsmouth, Chichester and the Isle of Wight yacht havens, Lymington or Poole. Close to Swanwick Marina, you’ll find a number of pubs and restaurants to try, but if you’d like to stretch your legs a little more you can take a stroll out to the waterside villages that punctuate the Hamble's route to the sea. Visit them by water taxi, or head upriver in a tender to Botley for some truly spectacular scenery.

The beautiful local church in Old Bursledon can trace its history back to the last half of the twelfth century, and today offers regular Christian services.

For those who like to shop, there are nearby supermarkets in Bursledon and Hedge end. Just over two miles away is Whiteley Shopping Centre offering an eclectic mix of restaurants and high street shops that stay open late on most days. Further afield, Southampton City Centre offers a wealth of shops, as well as restaurants, cinemas, and nightlife.

There are nearby A/M27 links to neighbouring cities, which include Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester, and Chichester. Bursledon train station is within walking distance, which has direct links to Southampton and Portsmouth. There is a direct link to London from Southampton Airport Parkway, Eastleigh with an approximate commute time of 1 hour 20 minutes.

Local schools include Bursledon C of E, Hamble Secondary school, and Westfield Park independent, coeducational, day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 3 years to 13 years.