hound road, netley abbey

Welcome to Hound Manor! Set within beautifully maintained grounds and forming part of an elegant Grade II listed manor house, this exceptional ground floor apartment seamlessly blends timeless period charm with modern comfort. Boasting an abundance of character, the spacious one-bedroom home showcases impressive high ceilings adorned with decorative coving and ceiling roses, traditional sash windows, and a striking inglenook fireplace, creating a truly inviting living space. The generously proportioned lounge features a stylish electric wood burner, perfect for cosy evenings, while the well-appointed shaker-style kitchen offers ample storage and a practical layout for everyday living. The spacious double bedroom benefits from two fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage, and is complemented by a contemporary shower room finished to a high standard.

Outside, residents can enjoy the tranquillity of the beautifully landscaped communal gardens, predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by an area of mature woodland, offering a peaceful retreat right on your doorstep. Ample resident parking adds further convenience. Additional benefits include a recently installed boiler (September 2022), ensuring improved efficiency and peace of mind. This charming apartment presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the character and grandeur of manor house living, surrounded by picturesque grounds, while benefiting from the comfort and convenience of a thoughtfully maintained home.


Location Hound Manor is situated in Netley Abbey and benefits from being conveniently close to both Netley and Hamble village centres. Developed from a small rural settlement into substantial residential suburb, the quaint village of Netley now benefits from a good selection of local shops, cafés, amenities and pubs including the popular Woodies Wine Bar (0.8 miles) Cherrywood Kitchen (0.6 miles) & The Prince Consort (0.7 miles). Exceptional schools are nearby including Netley Abbey Infant School (0.7 miles) and the Netley Abbey Junior School (0.7 miles) which has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Other local points include: Netley Train Station (0.4 miles), Netley Sailing Club (1.6 miles), Westwood Nature Reserve (0.8 miles) and the Royal Victoria Country Park (0.2 miles). With the bustling nearby coastal villages, towns, countryside and its marina and restaurants, Waverley Avenue is the perfect base for families who like to be active and spend time near the water.

Approach
Private road with mature tree & hedge borders, shingled driveway

Entrance Hall
Smooth finish to coved ceiling with feature ceiling roses, double glazed door to front elevation, radiator, laminate flooring, doors to:

Lounge/Diner
13' 6" (4.11m) max x 18' 11" (5.77m) max:
Smooth finish to ceiling with feature ceiling rose, original sash windows to rear elevation, large feature fireplace, airing cupboard housing Combi boiler, radiator.

Kitchen
10' (3.05m) x 10' 1" (3.07m) max:
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, range of matching wall base and drawer units with roll top work surface over, sink and drainer inset, integrated oven and hob with extractor fan over, space for appliances, tiled splashbacks, radiator, laminate flooring.

Bedroom
16' 4" (4.98m) max x 15' 10" (4.83m):
Smooth finish to coved ceiling with feature ceiling roses, original sash windows to front elevation, built in wardrobes, feature fireplace and surround, radiator.

Shower Room
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, corner shower cubicle with electric shower over, wash hand basin, low level WC, heated ladder towel rail, tiling to principle areas.

Outside
Extremely private communal grounds with well established tree and shrub borders, large areas, communal parking.

We are advised by the vendor the lease details are as follows:
Lease Length: 88 Years Remaining (Share of Freehold)
Ground Rent: £100 p.a
Maintenance Charge: £2742.32 p.a

Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected. For mobile and broadband connectivity, please refer to Ofcom.org.uk. Please note that none of the services or appliances have been tested by Field Palmer.

Council Tax Band
Band B

Sellers Position
Buying Onwards

Office Check Procedure
If you are considering making an offer for this property and require a mortgage, our clients will require confirmation of your status. We have therefore adopted an Offer Check Procedure which involves our Financial Advisor verifying your position.