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" LIVE LIKE A LORD IN THIS stunning archietect designed character home being Grade II Listed and part of an exclusive parkland country estate between Bournemouth and Christchurch

EXCLUSIVE GATED COUNTRY ESTATE * ORIGINAL COACH HOUSE BUILT 1812 * COMM GROUND APPROX 10 ACRES FRONTING RIVER STOUR + 2 TENNIS CTS * G F CLOAKRM * DRAWING RM * DINING HALL * KIT/BREAKFAST RM * 3 BEDROOMS * EN-SUITE BATHROOM & FAMILY BATHROOM * INTEGRAL GARAGE * WALLED GARDEN WITH SOUTH & WEST ASPECT

Directional Note: See accompanying location plan. From Hurn Court Lane and the North Lodge proceed along the driveway towards the main house passing the tennis courts on the left and entering the courtyard in front of the main house. Turn immediately right and go through the arch into The Coach House courtyard where the property will be found immediately facing you.

Hurn Court is the former country estate of the Earl of Malmesbury and comprises a Grade II Listed mansion house with adjoining parkland in all approaching 10 acres (not verified) extending down to the River Stour. Christchurch Town Centre is located approximately 4 miles to the south and Bournemouth is approximately 4 miles to the east.

The Estate, which is surrounded by open farmland, has been developed into 35 individual units including 8 properties within the main house and 8 in the adjoining wing and stable block, of which this is one. Believed to have been built in 1812, the property comprises the former Coach House and is considered to be one of the largest of the freehold cottages on the whole development. The development is approached either from the south or north by electronically controlled security gates and long private driveways, one of which has private bridges over both The Stour and Leaden Stour. Internal viewing of this unique property is highly recommended.

The accommodation in detail comprises with approximate room sizes:-

DINING HALL: 14' x 9'3" (4.27m x 2.82m). 7' (2.13m) entrance door to outside with tall window over. 2 radiators. Panelled staircase to First Floor. Double doors to Living Room.

CLOAKROOM: French style white suite with rose pattern. Comprising low level w.c. and corner wash basin. Extractor fan.

DRAWING ROOM: 18' x 18'. (5.49m x 5.49m) A gracious square room with 9'6" ceilings. Corner brick fire surround with wood burning stove. Casement doors and sidescreens onto patio and rear garden. Additional window overlooking rear garden. 2 large arched alcoves illustrating the position of the original coach house doors. 2 radiators. Beamed ceiling.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 18' x 9'. (5.49m x 2.74m) Arched alcove illustrating the position of the original coach house doors. We understand the kitchen has been replaced in the last 5 years with cream colour 'Shaker' style units with burnished handles and porcelain insets. Fitted base units including cupboards and drawers with granite worktops over and matching wall cabinets including built-in wine storage, book shelves, cornice and under pelmet lighting. Tall unit with integrated fridge and freezer. Integrated dishwasher and washing machine. One and a half bowl white ware sink with swan mixer tap. Fitted 'Rangemaster' cooker incorporating 2 ovens, grill, 5-ring hob, splashback and canopied extractor. Granite splashbacks and tiled floor. Antique style radiator. Double casement doors and sidescreen onto garden. Door to Garage.

FIRST FLOOR

GALLERIED LANDING: A particular feature of the house with gallery and window overlooking courtyard and additional open balustrading over staircase. Vaulted ceiling and walls with feature beams. 2 radiators. The present owners use this area as a Study and there is space for a large desk.

MASTER BEDROOM SUITE Door to additional passageway with wardrobes along one wall. Vaulted and beamed ceiling. Radiator. Door to:

BEDROOM AREA: 18' x 8'9". (5.49m x 2.67m) A through room with windows to front and rear. Feature beams to one wall and sloping ceilings. 2 radiators. Door to:

EN-SUITE BATHROOM: 'Heritage' suite in white with sculptured edges comprising panelled bath, large pedestal wash basin and close coupled w.c. Fitted shower and screen over bath with fully tiled surround. Beamed ceiling and feature wall. Low voltage lighting. Fitted shaver/light point.

Door from the Landing leads to a further corridor with wardrobes on both sides together with separate airing cupboard containing pressurised 'Megaflow' hot water cylinder. Radiator. Vaulted and beamed ceiling. Door to:

BEDROOM TWO: 17'8" x 9'. (5.38m x 2.74m) A through room with windows to front and rear. 2 radiators. Feature beams to one wall and sloping ceiling. Hatch to roof void.

BEDROOM THREE: 10'8" x 9'3". (3.25m x 2.82m) Window with rear aspect. Radiator. Built-in wardrobe. Feature ceiling and wall beams. Radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM: White 'Heritage' suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash basin and close coupled w.c. Fully tiled area around bath. Feature beamed ceiling. Extractor fan. Radiator.

OUTSIDE

INTEGRAL SINGLE GARAGE: Large Coach House doors lead to the courtyard and personal doors to both the garden and kitchen. 11' (. 3.35m) plus ceiling height gives ample space for mezzanine storage. Power and light.

The property fronts a gravelled courtyard with the benefit of exclusive parking across the front and 2 dedicated spaces.

THE WALLED REAR GARDEN measures approximately 50' x 18' (15.24m x 5.49m) with a south and west aspect. There is a large patio area immediately adjoining the Living Room on 2 levels with flower and shrub borders. An arched Pergola leads to the remainder of the garden which has a shaped lawn together with flower and shrub borders. Against the west wall of the house is a mature feature Wisteria.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: F

MAINTENANCE: We understand that Maintenance for The Coach House for 2012 has been assessed at £950 which provides for the upkeep of the communal grounds, private road ways, tennis courts, gates and pumping station. Further information available on request. We also understand that in addition The Coach House has responsibility for oneeighth of the upkeep of the courtyard.



THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. "