It's a piece of Southampton's history, a suburban gem of a property, lovingly restored and on the market for only the second time in its near 100 year history. 

This Herbert Collins home in the sought after Uplands Estate conservation area in Highfield is a rare find, which has just undergone a five-year £200,000 restoration project. 

And, with its owners looking for a quick sale as they head off for a new life in Spain, buyers could get this rare find for a steal.

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The four bedroom two bathroom family home, in Orchards Way, is up for sale with Charters estate agents for offers in excess of £650,000.

Designed by the renowned architect Herbert Collins and completed in 1929, the property was purchased by the current builder owner in 2019 from the original owner's daughter in a state of disrepair and lovingly restored. 

(Image: Charters) Owner Alex Hurter, who lives in the house with her young family, told the Daily Echo: "We took on this massive project because it was going to be our forever home. 

"We've spent five years restoring it sympathetically as we know its charm is in its heritage.

"When the opportunity came up to go to Spain, we decided to grab it with both hands. otherwise there's no way we would be selling. 

"We've loved it here and we've been very happy, but Spain calls. We need to be there by February, so we're very motivated sellers. 

"We will miss the magic of Highfield terribly."

(Image: Charters) The garage has been converted into an impressive gym used by personal trainer Alex, as well as a home office and shower. 

The house also boasts a second separate garden with a small stream across the road and a superb open plan kitchen / dining room.

The rear garden enjoys a mosaic tiled water feature, a deck and playhouse perfectly positioned for the afternoon sun. 

Offered with no forward chain, it's close to great schools, the university and Southampton Common, and is three and a half miles from the city centre. 

(Image: Charters)