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" IN THE GROUNDS OF AN EXCLUSIVE GATED COUNTRY ESTATE WITH A GRADE II* LISTED HOUSE AT ITS HEART SET IN 10 ACRES OF GROUNDS WITH A PRIVATE BRIDGE OVER THE RIVER STOUR. MODERN COTTAGE STYLE PROPERTY WITH DELIGHTFUL OPEN VIEWS AND SOUTH-FACING COURTYARD GARDEN

EXCLUSIVE GATED COUNTRY ESTATE * COMM GROUNDS OF APPROX 10 ACRES FRONTING THE LEADEN STOUR & INCL 2 TENNIS COURTS * ALL MAIN SERVICES * GAS CH * SEALED UNIT D/GLAZING * LIVING RM OVERLOOKING GDN * FITTED KIT * 2 BEDS * EN-SUITE SHOWER RM * BATHRM * SOUTH-FACING COURTYARD GDN * SINGLE GARAGE

Directional Note: From the Blackwater bridge over the A338 (Bournemouth to Ringwood Spur Rd) proceed towards Hurn and take the 1st exit on the left into Hurn Court Lane. Carry on over the small bridge and at the T-junction turn left following the road to the right and after approx quarter of a mile Hurn Court North Lodge is on the left. After entering via the security gates proceed down the North Drive and at the tennis courts bear right and Ash Cottage is the 3rd property on the left fronting the driveway.

Hurn Court is situated on the western periphery of the Avon Valley north of the River Stour, between Christchurch and Bournemouth. It dates back to the 11th Century when it was a monastic dwelling, associated with Christchurch Priory. The Estate came into the ownership of the Earl of Malmesbury in the 1700's (family name Harris, latterly Fitzharris) who redeveloped the property as their country seat, then known as Heron Court. The property has long association with many notable figures, in particular the composer George Frederic Handel, Lord Nelson, the author Henry Fielding and the famed "hostess" of Prince Edward, Lillie Langtry.
The surrounding fertile farmland is retained to this day by the Malmesbury Estate who some years ago sold the re-named Hurn Court and it became Hurn Court School. Following the closure of the school in the late 1980's the main house has been divided into 8 individual units and with the adjoining coach house and stable block together with cottages in the grounds, there are now a total of 35 properties on the Estate.
The development is approached via either the south or north by electronically controlled security gates along private driveways. The south drive and lodge are actually in the Borough of Bournemouth and has a private bridge over the River Stour. The grounds are beautifully maintained and include 2 tennis courts for the use of residents.
Ash Cottage is one of 4 properties built on the northern perimeter of the Estate with delightful views over open farmland. It has the benefit of 2 bedroom accommodation over 2 floors with a small south-facing rear garden and adjoining garage.
The accommodation comprises with approximate room sizes:-
COVERED ENTRANCE PORCH: With door to:
ENTRANCE HALL: Small window with front aspect. Stairs to first floor. Radiator with ornate cover. Doors to Living Room and Kitchen. Wood laminate flooring.
CLOAKROOM: Recently refitted with low level w.c. and semi-countersunk wash basin with cupboards under. Tiled splashback. Radiator. Wood laminate flooring.
LIVING ROOM: 18'3" x 11'10" (5.56m x 3.61m). Double casement doors and glazed side panels onto rear garden and additional window. Brickette open fireplace. Radiator with decorative cover. Laminate wood flooring Understairs cupboard. 3 wall light points, 2 low voltage lights in alcove, 2 low voltage ceiling lights. Archway to:
KITCHEN: 9'1" x 7'9" (2.77m x 2.36m). Window with delightful aspect over front garden to open farmland beyond. Range of fitted cupboards including base units with cupboards and drawers, worktops over, and matching wall cupboards with under pelmet lighting. Fitted electric oven and 4-ring ceramic hob with integrated extractor over. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink top with mixer tap. Integrated fridge. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Fitted breakfast bar. Tiled splashbacks. Low voltage ceiling lighting.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING: Airing cupboard housing gas fired central heating boiler and pre-lagged hot water cylinder. Fitted shelving.
BEDROOM ONE: 16'1" x 8'6" (4.9m x 2.59m). Length measurement excluding range of built-in wardrobe cupboards across one wall. 2 dormer windows overlooking rear garden. Radiator. Door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM: Refitted. Fully tiled walls. Large fitted shower tray with integrated mixer tap and shower together with glazed door. Semi-countersunk wash basin with cupboards under. Extractor fan. Tiled floor.
BEDROOM TWO: 9'0" x 7'10" (2.74m x 2.39m). Measurements including fitted wardrobes to one wall. Fitted bedside cabinet. Dormer window with front aspect towards open farmland. Radiator.
BATHROOM: Recently refitted. Fully tiled walls. Panelled bath with Jacuzzi style massaging air jets, integrated filler and shower attachment. Semi-countersunk wash basin with cupboard under. Close coupled w.c. Ladder style towel rail. Ceramic tiled floor. Extractor fan. 2 Conservation style 'Velux' roof windows with front aspect towards open farmland.
OUTSIDE
SINGLE GARAGE: Situated in an adjoining block with up and over door, power and light.
The front garden is mainly laid to lawn with path to front door together with flower and shrub borders and beds.
The courtyard style rear garden has a southerly aspect and offers a good degree of privacy. It has been mainly paved with ornate stones together with established flower and shrub borders surrounding.
COMMUNAL GROUNDS: The beautiful communal grounds which include extensive lawns and river frontage to the Leaden Stour are available for the exclusive use of residents and guests. In addition there are 2 tennis courts and 1 basketball court.
MAINTENANCE: Hurn Court Management is responsible for the upkeep for the communal areas which include the extensive grounds, driveways, electronic gates, tennis courts, etc. We understand that a contribution in the region of £740.00 was payable for the year 2006.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: E

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. "