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The front door opens to a generous entrance hall with stylish tiled flooring throughout, giving access to the principal reception rooms and understairs WC

Double Oak casement doors open from the hall to the kitchen/dining room featuring an extensive range of fully fitted units with quality wooden worksurfaces over with a separate breakfast bar providing an additional seating area

Integral appliances include double oven, electric induction hob with extractor fan over, coffee machine and dishwasher

Beyond the kitchen is a useful utility room, rear door onto gardens

Separate living room with engineered oak flooring and a feature fireplace with brick surround creating an attractive focal point, opening through to the;

Snug area which has sliding doors onto the rear patio

To the rear of the property, a brilliant orangery extension with sky lantern and underfloor heating, enjoying pleasant views over the gardens all year round, personal door into the garage

Upstairs, a split landing provides access to four generous bedrooms and utility cupboard

Serviced by a modern four-piece white gloss family bathroom, comprising an L shaped bath with shower attachment over, fitted hand-wash basin unit and WC, complete with feature tiled walls.

Master bedroom enjoying a back-to-front aspect and ample space for bedroom furniture

Bedroom two further benefitting a three-piece ensuite shower room

The property is approached via a large, in and out gravelled driveway leading to the attached double garage which has an electric up and over door. The generous rear gardens are a standout feature, providing a wonderful outdoor space for entertaining. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn, bordered by mature trees and shrubbery, creating a sense of seclusion and privacy. Adjacent to the rear of the property is a large, paved patio area, ideal for alfresco dining. Located at the end of the garden is a modern, purpose-built fully insulated home office complete with power, lighting and internet connection.

Minstead, Lyndhurst

GROUNDS & GARDENS

A private shared track leads to the gravel driveway, allowing for ample off-road parking and potential to build a carport/garage (STPP).

A handmade chestnut picket fence borders the front garden, with a paved pathway leading to the front door, which benefits from two gravel seating areas, perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

The front garden is mainly laid to lawn and enjoys a southerly aspect, interspersed with mature plants and shrubs, including a Japanese Cherry tree. Tucked away in the corner is a shed which is generous in size and is ideally suited for the storage of tools and garden furniture.

To the side of the property, there is a further patio area and an additional meadow area which is bordered by mature hedging and trees.

THE PROPERTY

Access is provided via a solid timber door, leading to a cosy entrance hallway with cloaks cupboard and access into the sitting room, which features a bay window enjoying delightful views of the front aspect.

To the other side of the hallway, lies the kitchen/dining room which has been updated and reconfigured over recent years, providing a cottage style kitchen with wooden worktops over, integrated under counter separate fridge and freezer, an electric AGA with a ceramic hob, large butler sink and full height larger cupboard as well as ample space for a dining table and chairs. Additional cupboard space houses the Heatrae Sadia boiler, hot water tank and washing machine. There is a further storage cupboard situated at the bottom of the staircase which houses the tumble dryer.

A door leads from the kitchen to the extension which was completed 4 years ago by the current owners, consisting of a garden room with French doors leading to the meadow, a generous wet room and a large study which has previously been utilised as a ground floor bedroom, also benefiting from French doors out to a side courtyard.

A staircase rises to the first floor, which has a spacious landing that leads to the two bedrooms and family bathroom.

Both of the bedrooms are comfortable double rooms which benefit from pretty front aspect views. Bedroom one has two fitted wardrobes which span the whole length of the wall, providing ample storage. Bedroom two also benefits from two deep built-in cupboards which offer ample storage.

The family bathroom comprises a basin with vanity unit, WC and a freestanding bath with shower over.

THE SITUATION

Minstead has a vibrant community, a village hall, pub (The Trusty Servant), botanical gardens, and a Norman church. There is direct access onto the open forest providing a network of footpaths and bridleways for walking and riding. Lyndhurst is approximately a seven minute drive away and is the largest village within the New Forest. It is a popular tourist location with many independent shops, art galleries, cafés, restaurants, pubs and hotels. Southampton is a vibrant, modern city which has the popular West Quay shopping centre and many attractions.

The surrounding areas of Southampton and Winchester have a wide selection of well respected private schools along with several others across the Dorset border. Communications are excellent with access to the A31 westbound at Malwood, the M27 eastbound at Cadnam, and within easy reach of Southampton Parkway station giving a link to London Waterloo within 1 hour and 10 minutes. The coastal resort town of Bournemouth is also only a short drive away.

Pennington, Lymington

The property is superbly situated in a quiet cul-de-sac close to the village of Pennington. The beautiful Georgian market town of Lymington, with its cosmopolitan shopping and picturesque harbour is within easy reach of the property. To the north is the New Forest village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 which links to the M3 for access to London. There is also a branch line train link to Brockenhurst Railway Station (approx. 5.5 miles) which provides a half hourly service to London Waterloo with a journey time of approximately 90 minutes.

On entering the property there is an impressive reception hallway leading to all main accommodation. The heart of this property is the remarkable vaulted ceiling kitchen/dining/living room which is at the rear of the property benefitting from access and views to the garden. The kitchen is complete with modern, high-quality built-in appliances and an array of soft close pan drawers and cupboards. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast or simply appreciate a well-appointed space, this kitchen is designed to inspire and impress. With a large breakfast bar and an area for a large dining table with views to the garden, this is the ideal entertaining space. The kitchen enjoys modern living with underfloor heating, Nest central heating controls and clever lighting. There is a separate utility room providing additional storage, space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer and has a useful sink area as well as housing the modern gas fired boiler. 

The property boasts flexible living and ample bedroom accommodation with two spacious double bedrooms located on the ground floor, one with a walk in dressing room and both with access to the modern shower room. There are a further three first floor double bedrooms, the main bedroom with a contemporary en-suite shower room. 

To the front of the property there is plentiful parking for eight vehicles with the driveway extending up to the single garage with both power and light. The rear garden has been carefully landscaped with an attractive terrace area and a timber framed covered hot hub area which could easily be adapted to create a garden home office. The lawn area adds a splash of colour and an attractive babbling brook runs along the rear of the garden. 

Lymington

This beautifully positioned property is nestled amongst a plethora of mature beech and oak trees forming the outskirts of Buckland Rings; an Iron Age hill fort on the edge of Lymington. Accessed via a long tree lined drive, the property is tucked away and in a very tranquil position. The proximity and antiquity of the fort and its surrounding ramparts and ditches provide a unique setting steeped in history yet just a mile from the centre of Lymington.

Local walks are superb. Buckland Rings Hill Fort forms part of the New Forest National Park onto which the property has direct access. Lymington is renowned for its sailing with several deep water marinas and superb access to the Solent. Trains to London run from Lymington Town station via Brockenhurst and take a little under two hours.

The property is a delight, full of appealing features and set in a quiet haven surrounded by woodland. A covered entrance porch provides a welcoming entry point to the house and protection from the elements. The spacious hallway is a practical feature, offering easy access to all main ground floor rooms and providing storage space for bags and coats, keeping the living areas clutter-free.  The living room is the heart of the home, where you can enjoy the natural surroundings without leaving the house. The breath-taking views from every window add to the appeal, providing a connection to the beautiful leafy grounds. An ornate carved wooden fireplace surround is a key feature of the living room, is a focal point and typically adds a touch of elegance and traditional style to the room. A wood burning stove not only provides warmth but also creates a cosy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for winter evenings.

The kitchen is spacious and fitted with country style units providing ample storage space. The Aga provides a hint of tradition and warmth to the room. The kitchen includes an island, which is not only practical for additional workspace but can also serve as a central gathering point. Having space for a breakfast table is convenient for casual dining or enjoying morning meals.

There is a double bedroom on the ground floor, which is a practical feature for those who prefer not to climb stairs. Additionally, it has an ensuite shower room, offering privacy and convenience.

The principal bedroom on the first floor is spacious and a comfortable space with wonderful leafy views out of the windows. There is separate dressing area, adding to the luxury of the room. Furthermore, it boasts a spacious en-suite, perfect for relaxation and convenience.

The presence of a laundry room on the first floor is a practical feature, making it easier to manage laundry without the need to go downstairs. Another double bedroom is located on the first floor with a separate dressing room. 

There is a main bathroom on the first floor, serving both the second double bedroom and any guests. Having multiple bathrooms in the house is a valuable feature for comfort and convenience. Overall, the bedroom and bathroom layout in this property appears to be well-designed to provide comfortable and practical living spaces.

The house is approached over a long, tree-lined private drive leading to a five bar gate. There is parking on the driveway where you can find the detached single garage with power and light are connected and which also contains a workshop and store room. Attractive and well planted gardens surround the house and are mainly laid to lawn and surrounded by mature trees and shrubs. There is also a paved terrace accessed directly from the kitchen and living room. The lawn gardens extend to the rear of the house and run down to a self contained wooden log cabin.  The chalet has one double bedroom, bathroom and large living room as well as a veranda to sit out and enjoy the garden views and peace. 

Services

Energy Performance Rating: TBC Current: Potential:

Council Tax Band: E

Mains water, gas and electricity and private drainage

Brockenhurst

The property is situated in a prime position on Balmer Lawn Road, overlooking the open forest, but easily accessible to the centre of the village. Brockenhurst offers a main line rail station serving London Waterloo (approximately 90 minutes), an extensive range of shops and restaurants, a tertiary college, primary school and 18 hole championship golf course.

Approximately ten miles to the south is the Georgian market town of Lymington, renowned for its yachting facilities. Some four miles to the north is the village of Lyndhurst, just beyond which is Junction 1 of the M27 motorway, which links to the M3 and access to London.

You enter through the front door via an open porch to a central hallway, with doors leading to the sitting room, the large kitchen/breakfast room, the dining room and with stairs in front of you leading to the first floor.

The dining room to your left offers convenient access from the kitchen as well as the hallway, and there is a useful utility room on to other side of the kitchen which additionally houses a downstairs WC. 

The kitchen itself is the centre of the home with an oil-fired AGA and flagstone flooring and boasts both low and eye level units and views out to the garden.

The sitting room to the other side of the hallway balances the downstairs space perfectly and provides a bright and sunny double aspect room with double doors leading directly to the garden and centres around a lovely feature fireplace.  A further flexible room, currently used as a family room, is accessed through the sitting room offering a peaceful space with further duel aspect views. Stairs from the main hallway lead you to the first floor landing which provides access to all the bedrooms, the master of which boasts its own en-suite and ample built in wardrobe space.

Four further double bedrooms are accessed from the landing with two of them sitting at the rear of the property offering stunning views into the garden and forest. A further three piece family bathroom completes the upstairs accommodation.

Surrounded by the open forest, which is directly accessed from a double gate to the side of the gardens. The cottage has pretty gardens with a high hedge to the front and picket entrance gate to prevent the donkeys and ponies from entering.

There is a separate five bar entrance gate to the driveway and parking for vehicles in front of the detached brick garage. A second wooden double gate next to the garage leads directly onto the forest.

Brockenhurst

Chestnut Road is a highly regarded residential cul-de-sac that is conveniently situated within an easy walk of the village centre. The village of Brockenhurst offers a good range of local amenities including a butcher, greengrocer and baker, as well as a well-regarded primary school, popular tertiary college, the renowned Brockenhurst Golf Club and an excellent mainline train service to London Waterloo (approximately 90 minutes). The picturesque village of Beaulieu lies 7 miles to the East with the marina of Bucklers Hard on the Beaulieu River. Approximately 4 miles to the south is the Georgian market town of Lymington with its extensive yachting facilities, ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight and its famous Saturday county market. To the north is the village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 motorway which links to the M3 giving access to London and the south coast.

Chestnut Road is a highly regarded residential cul-de-sac that is conveniently situated within an easy walk of the village centre. The village of Brockenhurst offers a good range of local amenities including a butcher, greengrocer and baker, as well as a well-regarded primary school, popular tertiary college, the renowned Brockenhurst Golf Club and an excellent mainline train service to London Waterloo (approximately 90 minutes). The picturesque village of Beaulieu lies 7 miles to the East with the marina of Bucklers Hard on the Beaulieu River. Approximately 4 miles to the south is the Georgian market town of Lymington with its extensive yachting facilities, ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight and its famous Saturday county market. To the north is the village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 motorway which links to the M3 giving access to London and the south coast.

The property is approached via a five-bar gate onto a shingle driveway offering off street parking for several cars. To the right-hand side of the property the driveway leads up to the separate detached annexe.

At the rear of the property is a good sized garden which is mostly laid to lawn with a lovely patio area stretching the width of the rear of the house creating a lovely al fresco dining area from the kitchen and dining rooms. The garden is surrounded by mature trees with raised borders.

A further heated and insulated garden room sits at the rear of the garden and is currently being used as an external home office and offers a further secondary room or further guest accommodation with the benefit of a W/C.

Chestnut Road is a highly regarded residential cul-de-sac that is conveniently situated within an easy walk of the village centre. The village of Brockenhurst offers a good range of local amenities including a butcher, greengrocer and baker, as well as a well-regarded primary school, popular tertiary college, the renowned Brockenhurst Golf Club and an excellent mainline train service to London Waterloo (approximately 90 minutes).

The picturesque village of Beaulieu lies 7 miles to the East with the marina of Bucklers Hard on the Beaulieu River. Approximately 4 miles to the south is the Georgian market town of Lymington with its extensive yachting facilities, ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight and its famous Saturday county market. To the north is the village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 motorway which links to the M3 giving access to London and the south coast.

You enter the property immediately into a good sized entrance hall which incorporates built in storage cupboard, stairs to the first floor and access to all ground floor accommodation.

A cosy sitting room sits immediately to the right-hand side of the entrance hall which offers a feature fireplace with inset log burner and a large front aspect window.

The study sits at the other side of the property with double aspects and offers a fantastic opportunity as a playroom or ground floor bedroom if required. At the rear of the property is a large, well laid out kitchen/breakfast area with French doors leading to the garden.

The kitchen offers modern units with integrated appliances including a microwave, double oven and an integrated Bosch dishwasher, fridge, freezer and AEG five ring gas hob and space for domestic appliances including a washer and dryer. The breakfast area allows space for table and chairs whilst enjoying views across the garden and access via French doors.

A separate dining room sits just off the kitchen with wrap around windows giving the room a stunning bright and spacious feel and further doors lead out on to the garden.

The downstairs accommodation is completed with a W/C.

Stairs from the hallway lead up to the first-floor landing and the bedroom accommodation.

The large principal bedroom sits at the rear of the property and has the benefit of an en-suite shower room.

Bedroom two is of a good size and sits next to the four-piece family bathroom.

Bedroom three enjoys views over the garden and also further benefits from an en-suite bathroom. A fourth double bedroom completes the upstairs accommodation.

Annexe:

There is a beautifully presented detached annexe which is currently being operated as a highly successful holiday letting business, generating a regular income via Airbnb.

The accommodation consists of an open plan living area with kitchen, en-suite shower room and bedroom area with French doors leading out onto a lovely private decking area with hot tub.

You enter the property immediately into a good sized entrance hall which incorporates built in storage cupboard, stairs to the first floor and access to all ground floor accommodation.

A cosy sitting room sits immediately to the right-hand side of the entrance hall which offers a feature fireplace with inset log burner and a large front aspect window.

The study sits at the other side of the property with double aspects and offers a fantastic opportunity as a playroom or ground floor bedroom if required. At the rear of the property is a large, well laid out kitchen/breakfast area with French doors leading to the garden.

The kitchen offers modern units with integrated appliances including a microwave, double oven and an integrated Bosch dishwasher, fridge, freezer and AEG five ring gas hob and space for domestic appliances including a washer and dryer. The breakfast area allows space for table and chairs whilst enjoying views across the garden and access via French doors.

A separate dining room sits just off the kitchen with wrap around windows giving the room a stunning bright and spacious feel and further doors lead out on to the garden.

The downstairs accommodation is completed with a W/C.

Stairs from the hallway lead up to the first-floor landing and the bedroom accommodation.

The large principal bedroom sits at the rear of the property and has the benefit of an en-suite shower room.

Bedroom two is of a good size and sits next to the four-piece family bathroom.

Bedroom three enjoys views over the garden and also further benefits from an en-suite bathroom. A fourth double bedroom completes the upstairs accommodation.

Annexe:

There is a beautifully presented detached annexe which is currently being operated as a highly successful holiday letting business, generating a regular income via Airbnb.

The accommodation consists of an open plan living area with kitchen, en-suite shower room and bedroom area with French doors leading out onto a lovely private decking area with hot tub.

The property is approached via a five-bar gate onto a shingle driveway offering off street parking for several cars. To the right-hand side of the property the driveway leads up to the separate detached annexe.

At the rear of the property is a good sized garden which is mostly laid to lawn with a lovely patio area stretching the width of the rear of the house creating a lovely al fresco dining area from the kitchen and dining rooms. The garden is surrounded by mature trees with raised borders.

A further heated and insulated garden room sits at the rear of the garden and is currently being used as an external home office and offers a further secondary room or further guest accommodation with the benefit of a W/C.

Milford on Sea, Lymington

Quite simply, the property benefits from one of Milford on Sea’s most sought after locations. Positioned in the heart of the village the property enjoys the convenience of the village amenities with its vibrant shops, wine bars and restaurants. 

Milford on Sea is a thriving and lively village with a very well regarded primary school, glorious swimming beaches and a wide range of restaurants, pubs, cafes, bars and boutique shops. There is sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding at nearby Keyhaven with a wider range of sailing clubs and marinas in Lymington. The beautiful open spaces of the New Forest lie just to the north with a mainline railway station at New Milton (4 miles) with direct services to London Waterloo in under 2 hours.

The south-facing rear garden has been cleverly designed to create a large entertaining space and with the bi fold doors leading from the kitchen it creates a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. The garden offers seclusion as well as an abundance of natural light and warmth throughout the day. There is a private drive with double electric gates which opens into a spacious parking area with a garage and car port which only a few of the High Street properties benefit from. In addition there is planning permission to create a two bay oak framed outbuilding with an enclosed room above.

Biscuit House (Main house)

Biscuit House has been renovated and designed with finesse and style. On entering the property you are welcomed into a wide staircase hallway with ample storage and doors to all principal ground floor reception rooms. The exceptional open plan kitchen/dining room is of particular note and really is the hub of the house with bi-folding doors onto the south facing terrace and high ceilings with sky lights creating an abundance of light throughout. The kitchen has been designed with entertaining in mind with a large breakfast bar and an area for sofas to relax in. There is space for a range cooker and an array of integrated appliances including a dishwasher and wine fridge. The walk in pantry is a great addition to the kitchen creating ample storage and space for the freestanding fridge/freezer. The mezzanine dining area is a unique space for relaxation or entertainment with the addition of a ceiling hung fire to create a warm atmosphere. There is also a separate utility room with a sink, storage cupboards and machine cupboard with space and plumbing for both washing machine.  

The beautifully proportioned living room with bi fold doors out to a south facing balcony area is an inviting retreat to escape to with the addition of a modern fire adding a focal point to the room. 

Stairs rise to the first floor where you are greeted by a generous landing with ample storage. The main bedroom is of particular note with a vaulted ceiling and a stylish ensuite shower room. The separate walk-in dressing room, continues to make this family home a standout option. The second bedroom has generous proportions and enjoys the benefits of an ensuite shower room. The third bedroom is also a double and benefits from the views over the village green. 

Biscuit Cottage (One bedroom self contained annexe)

Biscuit Cottage is an attractive and beautifully styled one bedroom self contained annexe with its own front door off the High Street. The annexe has been beautifully finished with an exposed brick feature fireplace in the living room, timber clad walls, exposed original floor boards, newly fitted Neptune kitchen and a large double bedroom with views over the village green. A stunning bathroom with a roll top bath and separate shower completes the accommodation.  The annexe could make this property appealing to people wanting to generate an income or, multi-generational families, those with live-in caregivers, or anyone who needs a separate living space for guests or family members.

The freehold of a retail shop is an interesting addition to the property, as it could provide some additional income or a space for a home-based business.

Overall, this property has a lot of unique features and could be a great investment for anyone looking for a stylish and versatile family home with income potential. 

Wootton

The accommodation is as set out on the floorplan, but of particular note are the following:

A magnificent entrance way with oak turning staircase to the first floor, attractive fireplace and limestone flooring throughout.

The sitting room has windows and French style doors to the front elevation and fireplace housing log burner.

An impressive bespoke open plan kitchen/dining room with excellent storage, integrated appliances, granite worktops and Aga.

The stunning master suite with open vaulted ceiling, walk-in dressing room, bi-fold doors leading to rear terrace and a luxurious en-suite bathroom.

Further ground floor bedroom suite and family shower room

There are two additional bedroom suites on the first floor.

The property benefits from underfloor heating to the ground floor.

Agents Note – Photos were taken prior to the current tenancy.

To one side of the property is a large double garage with single up and over door and lean to dry storage to one side.

To the other side of the property is a further brick built building incorporating three separate areas being workshop, storage and possible further office area.

Immediately to the rear of the property is a large area of patio and leading onto the rear gardens which are laid predominantly to lawn.

Further gates lead through to the middle section of the garden which have been used to create all weather putting green with adjacent fruit trees.

To one side of the property is an enclosed chicken coop, kitchen garden with raised beds and a further gate leads to the stableyard and the timber stableblock.

To the rear of this is a small area of holding paddock.

A substantial five bedroom chalet style home, situated in a sough after location, bounding the open forest. The property has been extensively and meticulously renovated over recent years to provide all the luxuries of modern living. In addition the grounds extend to about 0.9 acres and include a stable block.

Tucked away in this wonderful forest location, the property is situated within the New Forest National Park with easy access to the villages of Brockenhurst and Sway which each offer a mainline rail connection to London Waterloo. The property also offers easy access to the A35/A337 for connections to both Southampton and Bournemouth. The popular sailing and yachting facilities of Lymington and access to the Solent is within a drive.

The village of Brockenhurst lies approximately three miles away and benefits from a mainline station with direct access to London Waterloo and an extensive range of local shops, restaurants, a primary school, a popular tertiary college and the renowned Brockenhurst Golf Club. The Georgian market town of Lymington is approximately six miles away with its Saturday market and a ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight.

A substantial five bedroom chalet style home, situated in a sough after location, bounding the open forest. The property has been extensively and meticulously renovated over recent years to provide all the luxuries of modern living. In addition the grounds extend to about 0.9 acres and include a stable block.

To one side of the property is a large double garage with single up and over door and lean to dry storage to one side.

To the other side of the property is a further brick built building incorporating three separate areas being workshop, storage and possible further office area.

Immediately to the rear of the property is a large area of patio and leading onto the rear gardens which are laid predominantly to lawn.

Further gates lead through to the middle section of the garden which have been used to create all weather putting green with adjacent fruit trees.

To one side of the property is an enclosed chicken coop, kitchen garden with raised beds and a further gate leads to the stableyard and the timber stableblock.

To the rear of this is a small area of holding paddock.

Tucked away in this wonderful forest location, the property is situated within the New Forest National Park with easy access to the villages of Brockenhurst and Sway which each offer a mainline rail connection to London Waterloo. The property also offers easy access to the A35/A337 for connections to both Southampton and Bournemouth. The popular sailing and yachting facilities of Lymington and access to the Solent is within a drive.

The village of Brockenhurst lies approximately three miles away and benefits from a mainline station with direct access to London Waterloo and an extensive range of local shops, restaurants, a primary school, a popular tertiary college and the renowned Brockenhurst Golf Club. The Georgian market town of Lymington is approximately six miles away with its Saturday market and a ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight.

The accommodation is as set out on the floorplan, but of particular note are the following:

A magnificent entrance way with oak turning staircase to the first floor, attractive fireplace and limestone flooring throughout.

The sitting room has windows and French style doors to the front elevation and fireplace housing log burner.

An impressive bespoke open plan kitchen/dining room with excellent storage, integrated appliances, granite worktops and Aga.

The stunning master suite with open vaulted ceiling, walk-in dressing room, bi-fold doors leading to rear terrace and a luxurious en-suite bathroom.

Further ground floor bedroom suite and family shower room

There are two additional bedroom suites on the first floor.

The property benefits from underfloor heating to the ground floor.

Agents Note – Photos are from 2015 and were taken prior to the current tenancy.

Brockenhurst

The property stands on the edge of the much sought after village of Brockenhurst, enjoying a delightful countryside setting adjoining the open forest; yet within easy reach of the village centre and a range of boutique shops, convenience stores and restaurants. Brockenhurst further boasts an 18 hole championship golf course as well as a well-regarded primary school and tertiary college. Brockenhurst Rail Station is also set within the village providing direct links to London Waterloo (approximately 90 minutes) and the North, as well as further destinations along the South Coast. The picturesque village of Beaulieu lies 7 miles to the east with the marina of Bucklers Hard on the Beaulieu River. Approximately 4 miles to the south is the Georgian market town of Lymington with its extensive yachting facilities, its famous Saturday county market and ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. To the north is the village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 motorway which links to the M3 giving access to London.

The main residence features an attractive double fronted façade with mellow brick elevations set under a clay tiled roof. The well-appointed accommodation is set across three floors, with the principle living rooms enjoying views over the extensive grounds and countryside beyond.

The property retains many striking period features in keeping with the age and style including exposed beams, engineered wooden floor boards, cast iron radiators, and exposed brickwork.

To the ground floor, an entrance porch opens into a hallway providing access to a dual aspect study/dining room to one side, which benefits from wooden panelling to a feature wall and an attractive central fireplace. To the other side of the hall, the main drawing room features an attractive Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove set on a flagstone hearth with in built cupboards to the alcoves either side. This leads in turn through to a further cosy seating area set around an exposed brick chimney breast with French doors leading out to the rear terrace and which links through into a superb light filled and airy family kitchen and dining room which spans the depth of the property and makes for a superb entertaining area with part vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. French doors lead out onto a superb level terrace linking to further extensive entertaining space.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of hand painted wooded units including a coordinating dresser with glass fronted display cabinets, open shelving, and integrated appliances including a microwave oven, dishwasher, wine cooler and space for a range cooker and large American style fridge freezer. A large kitchen island becomes a central feature with seating set around and coordinating quartz work surfaces.

A good sized utility/boot room is set off the main kitchen providing further cupboard storage and plumbing for appliances.

The kitchen opens into a beautiful family snug with exposed beams and vaulted ceiling and aspects across the gardens. An exposed brick chimney breast becomes a feature of the room and accommodates another wood burning stove to create a cosy living area linking to the kitchen.

The kitchen leads round into a boot room set at the rear of the entrance hall which provides extensive coat and shoe storage. A WC is set off this area and completes the ground floor.

The first floor accommodation offers a landing area with further storage cupboards and which links all bedroom accommodation and a further stair case rises to the second floor. A picture window overlooks the front courtyard.

A generous principal bedroom suite is set at the front of the property with the benefit of a beautifully styled ensuite shower room. The bedroom is dual aspect with a feature ornamental fireplace and a door leads to a linking gallery across the stairwell into the guest bedroom. This pretty room again is light and airy with dual aspect and a period fireplace and exposed beams.

A further bedroom is set at the end of the landing, again with the benefit of dual aspects with far reaching views and built in wardrobes.

An elegant family bathroom is set off the landing.

The second floor offers a further two guest bedrooms and has scope to incorporate an ensuite.

Set around a large gravelled courtyard, there are numerous well appointed outbuildings offering a variety of uses.

The Barn and Outdoor Swimming Pool:

This stunning 31’ double height barn has been converted to make a fabulous entertaining space with vaulted ceilings, exposed brickwork, hardwood flooring, woodburning stove and exposed beams with crittal style bi folding doors leading out to a large decking area with inset swimming pool with solar cover and elevated views across the paddocks to the rear. A good sized gym is set off the main room and a cupboard housing the pool filtration system.

The Annexe: 

A self contained attractive clad building originally used with the benefit of a mezzanine level but currently set up as a sitting room with utility area, a modern shower room and further room.

The Hayloft: 

This stunning fully refurbished self contained cottage would make a lovely guest cottage/home office or potential to use as an Airbnb. The cottage is beautifully presented in keeping with the rest of the property with exposed brickwork and beams and limed oak effect flooring and offers a ground floor room with built in storage, a door leads to a contemporary shower room and stairs lead up to a good sized vaulted room.

The Studio:

Originally stables, which could be easily converted back but currently offers two ancillary rooms and a shower room. A garden store is set adjoining.

The beautifully maintained grounds are a real feature of the property and comprise a large courtyard area to the front for extensive off street parking and providing access to the main house, Barn, The Annexe and garaging.

The rear garden is predominantly laid to sweeping formal lawn with a mix of mature attractive planted borders and paved paths leading through pretty cottage style garden planting.

Set to the rear of the barn is an inset heated swimming pool with large decking area to the surround, ideal for seating and benefitting from elevated views across the garden and paddocks beyond. Large bifolding doors link through to the party barn and gym. A few steps lead down to the lawn and a further seating area set under a pergola with an outside fireplace ideal for dining and entertaining.

An enclosed small wildflower area to the rear is used as a chicken run and with a potting greenhouse to the side and a further raised area of garden is situated to the side of the property with a selection of vegetable beds.

The large, paved terrace abuts the rear of the property making a superb space for entertaining and seamlessly linking the internal accommodation.

The rear of the property provides a useful utility area and access to a small cellar.

Note – The property is offered with ‘commoners rights’ which includes a free allocation of 4 chords of firewood.

Garaging: 

An attractive triple garage leads off the inner courtyard with the benefit of a separate workshop to one side and a useful boot room on the other side with WC.

Grazing Paddock: 

At the front of the property there is a gravelled hardstanding area used as either additional parking or ideal for accommodating a horse trailer. From here there is access to a small wildflower area and enclosed grazing paddock. This whole area measures approx. 0.6 acre.

From the rear of the paddock there is gated access along a gravelled lane which runs behind Tile Barn Lane which provides direct access to the open forest at the end of the lane making for easy access for riding out and walking.

The beautifully maintained grounds are a real feature of the property and comprise a large courtyard area to the front for extensive off street parking and providing access to the main house, Barn, The Annexe and garaging.

The rear garden is predominantly laid to sweeping formal lawn with a mix of mature attractive planted borders and paved paths leading through pretty cottage style garden planting.

Set to the rear of the barn is an inset heated swimming pool with large decking area to the surround, ideal for seating and benefitting from elevated views across the garden and paddocks beyond. Large bifolding doors link through to the party barn and gym. A few steps lead down to the lawn and a further seating area set under a pergola with an outside fireplace ideal for dining and entertaining.

An enclosed small wildflower area to the rear is used as a chicken run and with a potting greenhouse to the side and a further raised area of garden is situated to the side of the property with a selection of vegetable beds.

The large, paved terrace abuts the rear of the property making a superb space for entertaining and seamlessly linking the internal accommodation.

The rear of the property provides a useful utility area and access to a small cellar.

Note – The property is offered with ‘commoners rights’ which includes a free allocation of 4 chords of firewood.

The main residence features an attractive double fronted façade with mellow brick elevations set under a clay tiled roof. The well-appointed accommodation is set across three floors, with the principle living rooms enjoying views over the extensive grounds and countryside beyond.

The property retains many striking period features in keeping with the age and style including exposed beams, engineered wooden floor boards, cast iron radiators, and exposed brickwork.

To the ground floor, an entrance porch opens into a hallway providing access to a dual aspect study/dining room to one side, which benefits from wooden panelling to a feature wall and an attractive central fireplace. To the other side of the hall, the main drawing room features an attractive Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove set on a flagstone hearth with in built cupboards to the alcoves either side. This leads in turn through to a further cosy seating area set around an exposed brick chimney breast with French doors leading out to the rear terrace and which links through into a superb light filled and airy family kitchen and dining room which spans the depth of the property and makes for a superb entertaining area with part vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. French doors lead out onto a superb level terrace linking to further extensive entertaining space.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of hand painted wooded units including a coordinating dresser with glass fronted display cabinets, open shelving, and integrated appliances including a microwave oven, dishwasher, wine cooler and space for a range cooker and large American style fridge freezer. A large kitchen island becomes a central feature with seating set around and coordinating quartz work surfaces.

A good sized utility/boot room is set off the main kitchen providing further cupboard storage and plumbing for appliances.

The kitchen opens into a beautiful family snug with exposed beams and vaulted ceiling and aspects across the gardens. An exposed brick chimney breast becomes a feature of the room and accommodates another wood burning stove to create a cosy living area linking to the kitchen.

The kitchen leads round into a boot room set at the rear of the entrance hall which provides extensive coat and shoe storage. A WC is set off this area and completes the ground floor.

The first floor accommodation offers a landing area with further storage cupboards and which links all bedroom accommodation and a further stair case rises to the second floor. A picture window overlooks the front courtyard.

A generous principal bedroom suite is set at the front of the property with the benefit of a beautifully styled ensuite shower room. The bedroom is dual aspect with a feature ornamental fireplace and a door leads to a linking gallery across the stairwell into the guest bedroom. This pretty room again is light and airy with dual aspect and a period fireplace and exposed beams.

A further bedroom is set at the end of the landing, again with the benefit of dual aspects with far reaching views and built in wardrobes.

An elegant family bathroom is set off the landing.

The second floor offers a further two guest bedrooms and has scope to incorporate an ensuite.

Outbuildings:

Set around a large gravelled courtyard, there are numerous well appointed outbuildings offering a variety of uses.

The Barn and Outdoor Swimming Pool:

This stunning 31’ double height barn has been converted to make a fabulous entertaining space with vaulted ceilings, exposed brickwork, hardwood flooring, woodburning stove and exposed beams with crittal style bi folding doors leading out to a large decking area with inset swimming pool with solar cover and elevated views across the paddocks to the rear. A good sized gym is set off the main room and a cupboard housing the pool filtration system.

The Annexe: 

A self contained attractive clad building originally used with the benefit of a mezzanine level but currently set up as a sitting room with utility area, a modern shower room and further room.

The Hayloft: 

This stunning fully refurbished self contained cottage would make a lovely guest cottage/home office or potential to use as an Airbnb. The cottage is beautifully presented in keeping with the rest of the property with exposed brickwork and beams and limed oak effect flooring and offers a ground floor room with built in storage, a door leads to a contemporary shower room and stairs lead up to a good sized vaulted room.

The Studio:

Originally stables, which could be easily converted back but currently offers two ancillary rooms and a shower room. A garden store is set adjoining.

New Milton

GROUNDS & GARDENS

The property is situated in a secluded and private plot, with neighboring paddock land adjoining the garden to the rear, supplying beautiful and far-reaching views.

The garden, which is situated primarily to the left side of the property and laid to lawn, faces south-easterly and incorporates a large area of patio which wraps around the rear of the property and a further raised area of decking, enjoying stunning views and is ideally suited for alfresco dining and entertaining.

There is a home office/games room in the garden which benefits from power, lighting and its own log burner, situated alongside a picturesque orchard.

THE PROPERTY

A large, gated gravel driveway provides ample off-road parking for numerous vehicles and also gives access to an attached double garage and the front of the property.

An attractive entrance porchway, forming part of the original cottage, gives access to the ground floor accommodation. To the far end of the cottage, lies a cozy and charming lounge, featuring oak beams and an open fireplace with inset log burner; this space opens into a single-story extension, which is used as a relaxing sitting room, positioned at the rear of the property. The sitting room comprises bi-folding doors and Velux windows; this breathtaking space benefits from stunning views over adjoining paddock land and is flooded with natural light.

The central dining hall is centered upon the inset log burner and also features oak beams and an attractive arched window. Leading from the dining hall, a rear hallway gives access to the garden, a cloakroom with WC and wash basin, storage cupboard and the staircase leading to first floor accommodation. A quirky addition to the hallway is a retained, refurbished well.

The staircase leads to a first-floor landing, offering three double bedrooms, the principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. The additional bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom, which comprises both a walk-in shower and free-standing roll top bath.

The kitchen, which has been refitted in recent years, offers a wide range of base and wall units, as well as a breakfast bar and integrated appliances. Integrated appliances include fridge/freezer, drinks fridge, Neff dishwasher, double oven, Neff microwave, Quooker tap, six ring gas hob. A generous utility area lies alongside, with ample full height storage cupboards, an additional sink and space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, there is additional access from here to the rear patio and garden.

There is an additional study area situated under the secondary staircase, which leads to bedroom four, which is a double room with Velux windows and its own ensuite shower room.

THE LOCAL AREA

The property is situated inside the southern edge of The New Forest, within 1/2 a mile of open forest and just four miles from the coast which offers cliff top walks, beaches, and spectacular views over the Solent and the Isle of Wight.

Local amenities at New Milton are within one mile with schools for all age groups including the renowned Ballard School nearby. The Georgian coastal town of Lymington is within eight miles where you will find a range of boutique shops, many fine restaurants, excellent sailing facilities, and a thirty minute car ferry crossing to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight.

The property is well placed for access to other major towns and cities including Bournemouth (13 miles), Southampton (19 miles) and Winchester (31 miles), with a link to London Waterloo via New Milton (2 hours) or Brockenhurst (1 hour 40 minutes).