2 bedroom cottage for sale

This delightful two bedroom Grade II listed cottage is thought to date back to the 1600s and is located in the popular village of Old Basing. Situated on The Street, this home offers a warmth and individuality that only a home of this age and setting can provide. The living room is full of character, with exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace; creating a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. The space leads through to a dining area where diamond-lead windows throw warm patterns across the timber floor. A stable door links to the kitchen, arranged with solid timber cabinetry, pale work surfaces and tiled splashbacks for a practical, traditional finish. Terracotta-toned floor tiles and cottage ironmongery on the stable doors contribute to the character while maintaining easy upkeep. At the rear, the oak-framed garden room is light and airy, with a vaulted ceiling and double doors opening to the garden. The ground floor bathroom was updated in 2021 and blends modern style with period feel. Stairs rise from the centre of the house to a first-floor landing, giving access to two bedrooms nestled beneath the eaves. The principal bedroom showcases an ornate fireplace. A convenient cloakroom serves this level.The front garden is bordered by mature hedging, offering privacy and a sense of seclusion. A stream runs quietly alongside the cottage. To the rear, the courtyard garden is a lovely space to relax or entertain. With convenient off road parking on the drive, the setting feels peaceful yet well connected. The community is home to a popular village hall, tennis club, a well regarded junior school and an independent bakery, along with a selection of traditional pubs. Just a couple of miles away, Basingstoke offers a wide choice of shops, supermarkets and a mainline station with direct rail links to London Waterloo in around 45 minutes.