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" Quintessential thatched country residence providing substantial four bedroom family accommodation set in five acre grounds bordered by the n++Linn++ brook and enjoying a rare combination of an immediately surrounding country environment with superb rural and river views.

Blashford is a sought after hamlet with day to day amenities whilst more widespread facilities can be found in the neighbouring and pretty market town of Ringwood which is within walking and cycling distance. The location is ideal for those requiring good road access with the A31 only minutes away. The area is renowned for its wealth of educational, recreational and cultural amenities; The New Forest National Park is closeby, whilst the commercial centre of Bournemouth with its regional airport and the cathedral city of Salisbury are within a short drive. Its highly convenient location would make this an ideal purchase for couples and families alike particularly given the close proximity of local transport and amenities.

DESCRIPTION
With origins dating back in part over 500 years, this property is an extremely appealing period home that not only provides an excellent range of family accommodation both upstairs and down, but also, and unusually so for thatched properties, generously proportioned rooms with good ceiling heights throughout. Approaching nearly 3,000 square feet, the well appointed interior retains a wealth of character features throughout whilst also providing enormous potential for further updating, ideally suiting those purchasers looking to make their mark on their next home. Four double bedrooms, all south facing, can be found on the first floor, all of which are of double proportions including a spacious master bedroom suite complete with dressing area and en suite bathroom. There is also further potential within the attic space. All rooms enjoy delightful aspects over the lovely grounds with a number also benefitting from far reaching views over the surrounding countryside and the River Avon.

OUTSIDE
Enviably positioned within this superb five acre setting formal gardens extend to three sides of the property of approximately one acre providing a real oasis of seclusion and privacy, and prettily planted with vast areas of lawn and a variety of mixed and mature planting, orchard with apple and pear trees, and fruit cage. The approach is delightful by way of a picturesque brick bridge and double gates opening onto a long private driveway which continues over the n++Linn++ brook, a tributary of the River Avon bordering the garden and adding to this exceptional setting, also a haven for wildlife, flora and fauna. The driveway extends to a large parking and turning area immediately adjacent to the property and also a substantial thatched outbuilding currently providing garaging/workshop/store. A variety of other timber outbuildings can be found in the grounds including a pretty thatched summer house. A second vehicular access can be found to the northern boundary and which provides vehicular access into the paddocks which extend to the west side. Within the grounds there is also an outdoor swimming pool and a grass tennis court, both of which would require renovation.

SUMMARY OF FEATURES
* Re-thatched in the last five years with Water Reed
* Wealth of character features throughout including fireplaces and exposed timbers
* Excellent choice of well proportioned reception rooms
* Live-in style kitchen /breakfast room
* Further potential for updating and modernising
* Impressive master bedroom suite with far reaching views
* Second floor family bathroom
* Further potential within attic space
* Extensive outbuildings
* Inspection pit for car repairs
* Disused outdoor swimming pool and grass tennis court in need of attention
* One acre formal gardens with separate vehicular access and water supply
* Superb countryside and river views
* Walking distance of both village and town amenities
* Excellently placed for main road, motorway and rail access

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. "