Summary - The Old Rectory, Tidworth Road, Allington SP4 0BL
5 bed 3 bath Detached
Period character with private paddock and river frontage, ideal for family living.
Five double bedrooms across three floors, principal suite with dressing room and en suite
An elegant Victorian detached home set in about 4.3 acres with private river frontage and sweeping countryside views. High ceilings, original sash windows with shutters and working fireplaces combine with contemporary upgrades to create spacious family living across generously proportioned rooms. The L-shaped kitchen/breakfast room is the social heart: part-vaulted with a central island and oil-fired four-oven Aga, opening to terrace and garden for easy entertaining.
The lower-ground floor provides genuine annexe potential with independent access, kitchen, sitting room, office and wine cellar — useful for multigenerational living, long-stay guests or a self-contained rental. A detached brick garage/workshop offers further conversion possibilities, subject to planning, while the sweeping driveway provides parking for several cars.
Practical points to note: the house is heated by an oil boiler (not on a community system) and the solid brick walls are assumed uninsulated, which may mean higher running costs and potential upgrading. Broadband speeds are slow in this location and council tax is described as quite expensive. Despite these factors, the property has been meticulously maintained and offers scope to extend further, making it a strong choice for families seeking spacious period character with acreage.
For a family looking for substantial indoor space, generous gardens and privacy in a very affluent rural setting—close to highly rated schools—this home balances classic character and modern living while also presenting clear renovation and energy-improvement opportunities.
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