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An exceptional country house of Georgian origins which has been
extended and reconfigured into a stunning 3500sqft four-bedroom
house beautifully situated in formal gardens and paddocks of
approximately 2.7 acres. Originally forming part of an
eighteenth-century model farm, designed by renowned architect
Samuel Wyatt, Harbridge Court was converted into nine dwellings in
the late 1990s and this particularly impressive home enjoys a
southerly aspect overlooking its own private gardens. This charming
home also benefits from access into the stunning sunken gardens of
Harbridge Court and also access from the paddock onto a bridleway
leading to the nearby Ringwood Forest.
The property:
- The generous reception hall benefits from a wonderful view
through the impressive arch window overlooking the garden and
paddock beyond. This bright and airy room features exquisite
Valencia marble tiled floors with a wrought iron ornate staircase
rising to the first-floor landing.
- From the entrance hall there is access to the 5th Bedroom and
main living room. This elegant room has a period open fireplace
with wood burning stove and is adjoined to the morning roomsnug,
with stunning walnut floors and double French doors leading onto a
private terrace which enjoys the morning sun.
- Twin glass casement doors lead into the magnificent
kitchenbreakfast room with a tall limed oak vaulted ceiling with
concealed lighting. The kitchen has a superb range of bespoke base,
wall and drawer cabinets with fine marble working surfaces and
matching splash backs with concealed LED lighting. Built-in
appliances include: a range style oven com- bining electric and gas
ovens, grill and a five-ring gas hob, a new integrated dishwasher,
twin wine cooler, brand new American fridgefreezer, washing machine
and dryer. The sink unit includes an instant boiling water tap.
There is plenty of space for a breakfast table and
chairs.
- Next to the kitchen is a generous dining room with a vaulted
ceiling with exposed timbers and a brick open
fireplace. Leading from the living room is a rear lobby with
an entrance to the courtyard.
- The useful ground-floor bedroom has an en-suite shower
room.
- On the first floor is a part-galleried landing which leads to
three first floor bedrooms. The luxury master bedroom includes a
beautiful walk-in dressing room with an excellent range of built-in
furniture. The en- suite bathroom has five-piece Villeroy and Boch
sanitary ware, finished with Valencia marble tiling and
worktops.
- The guest suite is a stunning room with lovely views over the
gardens and a balcony. There is also extensive built-in furniture
and an en-suite with a three-piece suite.
- The third bedroom is positioned near to the family bathroom
with a quality three-piece suite.
Gardens and Grounds:
The property is approached by wrought iron electric gates along
to sweeping driveway and spacious parking area with an oak framed
barn incorporating a stable and carport with power supply,
lighting, water and a mezzanine storage area. The formal gardens
are adjacent to the rear of the property and have been carefully
landscaped to include a terrace which is adjacent to the living
room. The drive continues to one side of the property into a pretty
walled cobbled courtyard leading to the pillared entrance of the
property. The east facing garden features a further courtyard
terrace and a log store. A wrought iron gate leads to the adjoining
sunken communal garden of Harbridge Court. The remainder of
the gardens are edged by box hedging, sweeping lawns and a further
seating area. A five-bar gate leads into the paddock of
approximately 1.64 acres, where there is access to the Ringwood
forest.
Situation:
The historic Somerley Estate with its plethora of foot paths and
bridleways is an ideal environment for walkers, riders and cyclists
as well as those with a love of nature and the countryside.
Somerley Park Golf Club is very close by as well as facilities for
game and coarse fishing. Amenities can be found at the market towns
of Ringwood and Fordingbridge whilst the A31 is only a short drive
providing ease of access onto the M27, Southampton and Bournemouth
both with their regional airports and mainline railway stations.
The cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester are within a
comfortable drive whilst the New Forest and the Coast are also on
the door step. The area is also renowned for its wealth of
educational, recreational and cultural amenities.
Direction:
Exit Ringwood along the A31 heading west, come off shortly after
passing the petroleum station and signposted to Verwood. Go under
the fly over and continue round two bends and up a hill, then turn
right sign posted to Alderholt. Stay on this road for about two
miles, passing the entrance on your right to Somerley House,
shortly on your left is the entrance to Har- bridge Court. Turn
left and then immediately left again and follow the gravel track
until you come to the gates of Harefield House.
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Available
For Sale
Make inquiry
ringwood@spencersnewforest.com
5 beds
Detached
220 days on market
