One of Hampshire’s oldest and most spectacular manor houses has come on the market for the first time in more than a 100 years.

Set in 20-acre grounds, Kilmeston Manor near Alresford, boasts a tennis court, stables and two small cottages. It’s available for £5.5 million.

Current owner Ann Smart wants to downsize from the picture book home, which includes eight bedrooms, four grand panelled reception rooms, a study and a billiard room.

“This is a classic Hampshire manor house in an extremely special spot in one of the best hamlets in the county,” said Andrew Rome, from estate agents Knight Frank. “It is a once in a generation opportunity.”