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A rare opportunity to acquire a charming, single storey Colt
House which is believed to date back to circa 1965, forming one of
only two properties located within this truly unique position. This
dream New Forest retreat is nestled within the privacy of the
forest, whilst also being only a stones’ throw of the village
amenities. Currently utilised as a successful holiday let, this
property also offers the versatility to be a main residence or
second home.
THE SITUATION
The property is conveniently located in an extremely private yet
easily accessible position in the heart of one of the most
beautiful and sought after villages in The New Forest. A gate at
the back of the garden leads out onto the open forest and down into
the village centre. Burley remains one of the few villages which
allows the ponies and cattle to roam freely, which adds to its
charm. Today English Nature work together with the Forestry
Commission to manage this newly designated National Park which is
an area of outstanding beauty. Located within Burley are a number
of useful amenities and facilities, including a post office, shops,
a number of pubs, a golf course and a well regarded primary
school.
The area is also served by excellent private schools which
include Walhampton, Durlston Court and Ballard School. The market
town of Ringwood is approximately 5 miles away and the A31 (approx.
3 miles) provides easy access across the forest to Bournemouth and
the M27M3 motorway network.
The village also enjoys easy access to the Georgian market town
of Lymington (12 miles) which is a haven for the yachting
fraternity and Brockenhurst (7 miles) with its mainline railway
station (London Waterloo 90 minutes). The larger shopping towns of
Southampton (20 miles) to the east and Bournemouth (16 miles) to
the west, both with their airports are both easily accessible.
THE PROPERTY
A wooden front door with glazed insert opens into the hallway
and links to the main accommodation, which is primarily orientated
to enjoy the delightful southerly aspect.
The double aspect ‘L’ shaped sittingdining room benefits from
views across the garden and French doors opening out onto the side
terrace.
The double aspect kitchenbreakfast room overlooks the front and
side aspects and is fitted with a range of modern base, wall and
drawer units with wood effect laminate work surfaces and a Rayburn
cooker. From the kitchen, a door opens into a boot room which links
to a WC and leads out onto the main driveway.
Set to the far end of the property is a double aspect principal
bedroom with en-suite shower room, a second double bedroom and a
third bedroomstudy. All of the bedrooms benefit from built-in
wardrobes and views across the gardens and grounds.
Bedrooms two and three are serviced by a separate family
bathroom.
GROUNDS & GARDENS
Little Brenchley occupies an elevated position and benefits from
a gate opening onto the open forest and footpath leading down into
the village by foot.
To the front aspect, a large driveway with cattle grid and
pedestrian gate provides off road parking for multiple vehicles and
access to the detached double garage. Set to the side of the
driveway is a substantial timber shed.
Access either side of the house leads to the beautiful south
facing rear garden, which is predominantly laid to lawn and flanked
by established tree and hedge borders, providing a high degree of
privacy and seclusion.
To the far side of the property is a raised area of decking
providing an ideal space for outdoor dining, entertaining and
enjoying the afternoon sun.
In total the grounds extend to approximately one third of an
acre, with a private rear access gate opening onto the open forest
and leading down into the village by foot. The open forest can also
be accessed from the front of the property as well.
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