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An attractive farmhouse dating back to the 18th Century nestled
in the heart of the New Forest National Park and enjoying far
reaching views over the heath land to the front. This three bedroom
property set in 0.5 acre has been thoughtfully extended to create a
wonderful family home with direct forest access and a large
garageworkshop and studio. The property benefits from Commoners
rights. EPC - G
The property has a wonderful forest location in the pretty
village of East Boldre with a thriving pub, village hall, post
office, village store and garage all within easy walking distance.
There is also a popular marina at nearby Bucklers Hard and the
Beaulieu River Sailing Club offers opportunities for sailing
enthusiasts.
The attractive town of Lymington has a number of supermarkets
and independent shops including some designer boutiques and
restaurants and is surrounded by the New Forest National Park.
Brockenhurst Railway Station (approximately 5.5 miles) provides
a half hourly service to London Waterloo with a journey time of
approximately 90 minutes, and the motorway networks surrounding
Southampton are also within direct travelling distance. There are
many well regarded private and state schools in the surrounding
area, with South Baddesley (Primary) providing a mini bus
service.
On entering the property the welcoming reception hallway leads
to all main accommodation. To the left there is a charming country
style kitchen that opens onto the sunny conservatory. A door from
the conservatory leads into a useful pantry and storage area. The
kitchen is comprehensively fitted with ample storage provision,
integrated cooker, gas hob and fridge and freezer, space for a
dishwasher and a picture window overlooking farmers fields.
The triple aspect sitting room is a generous area with french doors
leading out to a patio area, an open fire place and fitted
full shelves to one wall. To the right of the hallway is a large
dining room which forms part of the original cob cottage, with
a wood burning stove and a fitted cabinet. A door leads through to
the dual aspect study with fitted shelving, an ideal peaceful
office. Also on the ground floor is a cloakroom with wc and further
cupboard storage. The first floor accommodation comprises a
spacious main bedroom suite with triple aspect views of the garden
and forest, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with wc and
hand basin. The guest suite is of a generous size and enjoys
an ensuite bathroom. The third double bedroom, airing cupboard
and utility room with space and plumbing for a washing machine
complete the first floor accommodation.
The house occupies a delightful position with views to the front
and the rear of the property. The house is approached along a
long forest track that leads to the house, parking and
outbuilding. The garden wraps around the property and is mostly
laid to lawn with pleasant southerly and westerley aspect and some
mature shrubs and hedging to provide privacy. There is a
large paved terrace to the south of the house providing a perfect
spot for outside entertaining. There is a large summer house in the
corner and an area of fruit cages. The double garage has both power
and lighting with a workshop at the rear and studio and store room
above.
Services
Mains water, electricity and Calor gas, private drainage
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