2 bed character property to buy in SO31

Swanwick Shore Road, Swanwick, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 7EF

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Bedrooms: x 2

Bathrooms: x 1

Receptions: x 2

Tenure: Freehold

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Starting bid£240,000

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Key Information

Council tax: Band D
Heating supply: Gas
Electricity: National Grid
Broadband: FTTP (fibre to the premises)
Mobile signal: Good
Parking: None

Property features

BEING SOLD VIA SECURE SALE ONLINE BIDDING - T&Cs APPLY
Grade II listed Georgian cottage dating from 1710-1830 with exceptional period character
Characterful living room with exposed beam, brick fireplace, and wood burner
Large south-facing courtyard garden with hot tub
Close to Swanwick Marina, the Boathouse restaurant, and excellent local amenities
Stunning waterfront location on Swanwick Shore Road with River Hamble views and access
Separate dining room ideal for entertaining guests
Perfect for second home, holiday let, or Airbnb opportunity

2 bed character property to buy in SO31

Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £240,000

This stunning Grade II listed Georgian cottage sits right on the waterfront at Swanwick Shore Road, where the River Hamble becomes part of your everyday life. Dating from 1710-1830, it's one of those special properties that combines genuine period character with a location that holiday home buyers dream about. With two bedrooms and beautiful original features throughout, this cottage offers exceptional potential as a second home, holiday retreat, or successful Airbnb investment.

The moment you step inside, you'll notice how cleverly this cottage balances its historic roots with comfortable modern living. The living room is the heart of the home - a relaxing, cosy space where you can genuinely unwind after a windswept walk along the river. The exposed beam runs across the ceiling, whilst the brick fireplace houses a wood burner that creates exactly the atmosphere you'd want on a chilly evening. Through to the separate dining room, there's space for proper entertaining, and the layout works brilliantly for hosting family and friends.

The kitchen is where this cottage really surprises you. Whilst the original rooms have those characterful low ceilings, the kitchen opens up with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams that flood the space with light. It's impossible not to feel happy when you're in here - the combination of white units, wooden worktops, pale blue tiling, and terracotta floor tiles creates a bright, airy space that feels miles away from the typical cottage kitchen. There's a lovely breakfast bar for morning coffee, and the whole room has been fitted with care and attention to detail.

Upstairs, the two bedrooms are both generous doubles, with the first bedroom featuring built-in wardrobes for excellent storage. The layout is interesting - one bedroom is accessed through the other, which actually works well for families or when you're letting the property to guests. The ground floor bathroom is something special, combining practical white suite and tiling with those same gorgeous exposed beams and brick details you find throughout the cottage.

Outside, the south-facing courtyard garden is completely secluded and catches the sun throughout the day. It's a genuinely large space with a hot tub already installed - perfect for relaxing after a day on the water or exploring the local area. The combination of privacy, sunshine, and that hot tub makes this outdoor space feel like a real holiday retreat. Parking is available via a car park within easy walking distance.

Lower Swanwick is a brilliant waterfront location that feels peaceful whilst keeping you well connected. You've got the Boathouse cafe and restaurant just moments away - perfect for lazy weekend brunches - plus Swanwick Marina and excellent local pubs nearby. Swanwick railway station provides regular services to Southampton, Portsmouth, and London, whilst the M27 is easily accessible for longer journeys. Local schools are outstanding, particularly Sarisbury Church of England Junior School, though for most buyers this cottage will be about escaping to the water rather than everyday family life.

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This property is being sold subject to unconditional reservation fee auction terms and conditions.

Timescales

Contracts will exchange immediately. There are 28 days in which to complete the purchase.

Legal Pack

A legal pack is available to download. Special conditions may apply.

We strongly recommend buyers familiarise themselves with the legal pack prior to bidding.

Deposit

In order to secure the purchase a buyer will pay a deposit of 5% which contributes towards the overall purchase price of the property.

The deposit is non-refundable.

Buyer Fees

This property is sold subject to a non-refundable reservation fee of 5% + VAT to a minimum of £6,000 + VAT (£7,200 inc VAT) This does not form part of the purchase price.

A reservation fee is payable by the buyer where a seller has opted to sell with no fees. As a result, a lower reserve price is usually agreed on lots where a reservation fee is applicable.

More Information

For more information call our auction experts on 0191 206 9335 or email auctions@pattinson.co.uk

ONLINE AUCTION NOTICE

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Please note that the bidding process will work in a different way to an eBay auction, so there is NO advantage to bidding at the last second.

Each auction will automatically stay open until there has not been a bid within the final 10 minutes. If no bid has been submitted within the final 10 minutes of the auction, the auction will close and the highest bidder will be successful subject to the reserve price being met or upon acceptance of an offer by the seller throughout the auction cycle. If there is another bid within 10 minutes of the last bid, the auction countdown timer will be restarted for another 10 minutes to allow further bidding. This system avoids last-minute (or second) bidding and makes for a fairer auction as in a live-room auction situation.

Please bid in good time before the end of the auction, delaying your bid to the last seconds may disadvantage you if your connection slows or you lose internet connectivity.

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It is the bidder's responsibility to ensure the bid has been lodged with the auctioneer. It is therefore beneficial to bid on your chosen lot at your earliest opportunity.

The auctioneer accepts no responsibility for bids that are not received or are received late and reserves the right to reject any bid without notice.

Minimum online bidding increments:
£50,000 - £250 minimum bid
£50,001 to £150,000 - £500 minimum bid
£150,001 to £250,000 - £1,000 minimum bid
£250,001 to £750,000 - £2,500 minimum bid
£750,001 to £1.5 Million - £5,000 minimum bid
£1.5 Million Plus - £10,000 minimum bid

Please note this bidding process applies specifically to online auctions.

More Information is available:

For more information call our auction experts on 0191 206 9335 or email auctions@pattinson.co.uk

The legal pack is not yet available. The auction will not end until the legal pack has been made available here for at least 24 hours.

Heating supply: Gas
Electricity supply: National Grid
Water supply: Direct mains water
Sewerage supply: Standard UK domestic
Air conditioning: No
Broadband: FTTP (fibre to the premises)
Mobile signal: Good

Construction

Construction materials: Brick and block
Roofing types: Slate tiles

Building Safety

Property at particular risk of floods and/or erosion: No
Has flooded in last five years: No
Sources of flooding: Other
Has flood defences: No
Has planning permission or proposals for development that will affect property: No
Is on a coalfield or mining area: No

Rights and Restrictions

Is listed building: No
Is conservation area: No
Has public right of way: No
Has accessibility adaptations: No
Has restrictions: No
Has required access (easements, servitude or wayleaves): No

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