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Bashley Croft presents a rare opportunity to acquire a stunning
Edwardian country house, nestled within approximately two acres of
meticulously landscaped gardens and paddock land. This property
boasts well appointed accommodation, featuring a recently
refurbished kitchen whilst also offering further potential for
modernization.
THE LOCAL AREA
The property is situated inside the southern edge of The New
Forest, within 12 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).
THE PROPERTY
Upon entering the property, there is a spacious entrance hall,
adorned with traditional yet stylish tiled flooring; in turn giving
access to the sitting room, dining room, and a gracefully designed
staircase with stained glass, leads to the upper floor.
Both the sitting room and dining room showcase magnificent large
stone feature fireplaces with Jetmaster fires, expansive bay
windows, flooding the space with natural light and providing
seamless access to the rear garden.
Continuing through the hall, there is a recently updated
bathroom, complete with a walk-in shower, low-level WC, and hand
wash basin.
The impressive kitchenbreakfast room, also recently renovated,
boasts charming flagstone flooring, ample shaker units offering
plentiful storage, an electric Aga, and integrated Neff and AEG
appliances, including an induction hob and conventional oven.
Additionally, pew seating and a designated dining area make this
space ideal for family gatherings and entertaining.
Adjacent to the kitchen, an additional reception room offers
versatile functionality as a study, playroom, or snug. Connected to
this space is an orangery, providing access to both the front and
rear gardens, along with a utility room equipped with storage space
and plumbing for white goods, and an adjoining workshop or storage
area.
Ascending to the first floor, four generously proportioned
bedrooms await, each offering picturesque views of the surrounding
grounds, gardens, and fields beyond. Three of the bedrooms boast
double aspect views. Completing this level, a family bathroom
features a shower cubicle, fitted bath, low-level WC, and sink,
supplemented by an additional cloakroom.
GROUNDS & GARDENS
Outside, the property is accessed through electric timber gates,
leading to a sweeping driveway providing ample off-road parking.
Mature trees and hedge rows enclose the property, offering privacy
and a tranquil atmosphere.
Versatile outbuildings, including two stables, a store, and a
garage, flank one side of the property.
The grounds comprise two front lawns, two recently re-fenced
paddocks both with timber gates and one also benefiting from a
field shelter. The substantial rear garden features a fish pond and
new terraced area, bordered by mature plants—providing the perfect
setting for al-fresco dining and relaxation.
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