Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to 19 Bartons Road, Fordingbridge, a charming and spacious detached type home with 4 bed in the SP6 1JD area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band F.
This classic property was built 1900-1929 and has a reported internal area of 188 internal square metres
in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige.
This home stands out for its value and character -
with a market valuation of £1,053,000 and a rental potential of £6,845 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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Additional analysis
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Mar 11, 2017. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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A rare find. The Orchard is a truly unique opportunity to acquire
this exceptionally special thatched home with significant grounds
amounting to approximately 1.25 acres discreetly positioned in the
heart of Fordingbridge.
This outstanding home has been sympathetically extended and
refurbished by the current vendors to create the welcoming,
sizeable home you find today. A large part of the thatch and the
ridge has been thatched in the last 5 years as well as the
remainder being dressed at the same time. The later additions
provide open, bright and balanced living accommodation. The
orientation and flow of the accommodation, which is predominantly
Westerly facing thus attracting a lot of sun, is a particular
feature of the principal rooms, with majority over looking the
spectacular gardens and grounds.
The flow and usability of the home, and the flexible accommodation
available, are particularly prominent and can be adapted to suit
both small or large families. The stunning triple aspect sitting
room/drawing room, extended by the current owners 5 years ago,
allows light to flood into the room and perfectly framing the view
of the gardens with French doors opening out to the rear terrace.
The formal dining room is a great size and offers the option to be
opened through to the kitchen. Through the dining room is the
sizeable and useful playroom/study. This excellent space could have
a number of uses and has a separate door to the rear garden. The
beautifully appointed kitchen has been recently renewed creating a
functional space whilst remaining effortlessly stylish. Completing
the accommodation is a utility room/boot room and cloakroom. On the
first floor there are four generous bedrooms and a excellent family
bathroom all boasting an abundance of light that can be unusual in
a thatched cottage. The master bedroom is a super size and has
potential to create an en-suite shower room where there is
currently a walk in wardrobe.
The orientation of the home affords a high degree of privacy, and
once ensconced in the house, it is difficult to realise that you
are within the heart of the town. This property really is a one-off
and we thoroughly recommend a viewing to experience your very own
?Wind in the Willows? lifestyle.
Situation
The former market town of Fordingbridge lies on an historic
crossing point of the River Avon and is perched on the western edge
of the New Forest National Park, an ideal stepping stone for
further exploration of the thousands of acres of moor, heath and
woodland available within the park boundaries. Fordingbridge offers
a range of health, recreational and educational facilities to cater
for most everyday needs, all of which are within walking distance
of The Orchard.
The easily accessed A338 supplies a convenient link North to the
Cathedral City of Salisbury and South towards Bournemouth and
Poole. The B3078 crosses the New Forest to provide links to
Junction 1 of the M27 for Southampton and beyond. The property is
also on the local bus routes to Salisbury, Ringwood and
Bournemouth. There are airports at Bournemouth and Southampton and
mainline rail links to London (Waterloo) from Salisbury,
Southampton and Bournemouth.
A selection of well reputed public and private schools populate the
area, including Godolphin, Chafyn Grove and the Cathedral School in
Salisbury and Forres Sandle Manor located closer to home on the
outskirts of Fordingbridge. The two well respected Grammar schools
of South Wilts and Bishop Wordsworth's in Salisbury are
complemented by the highly ranked local secondary school at Burgate
which is within a few minutes walk. There is first class schooling
in Downton with a primary school rated OFSTED Outstanding and
secondary school, indeed the primary school has in recent years
been recommended by The Tatler as one of the top ten best schools
in the UK.
Outside
The Orchard enjoys a secluded location in a prime position in the
centre of Fordingbridge. The gardens and grounds are a particular
feature of the property amounting to approximately 1.25 acres and
have been landscaped to ensure minimal maintenance. The grounds are
impressive and have been lovingly cared for and reimagined by the
current owners, who have spent considerable time landscaping and
replanting much of the gardens to create distinct areas.
The home is well positioned to the front of its plot discreetly set
behind a hedgerow with landscaped colourful borders. The sweeping
shingled roll on roll off driveway allows ample off road parking
and access to the double garage. The garage itself is an excellent
size with electric up and over doors and ample loft space with a
staircase as access. To the other rear of the garage is the
attached workshop and then sizeable garden store. This generous
space is prime for conversion to a studio or ancillary
accommodation subject to usual consents.
The majority of the grounds are found to the rear and are naturally
separated by the stream. Immediately to the rear of the home are
the formal gardens, a contoured terrace leads to the mature lawn
which is then bordered by the stream to the rear and well tended,
sculpted bright and colourful floral borders each side. There is
the stunning summer house, perfectly positioned to best take
advantage of the sun and ideal for entertaining or quiet reflection
overlooking the gardens. The summer house is well insulated with
heating and lighting.
At the bottom of the formal garden is Sweatford Waters, a gentle
stream that is controlled by a weir, with a footbridge across to
the remaining grounds. The stream meanders around the grounds
providing a natural boundary. Much work and thought has been put
into restoring and nurturing this wonderful natural garden. The
vendors have interspersed lawned areas with a multitude of specimen
trees, wild flowers and structured seasonal floral and herbaceous
borders.
The Orchards gardens, stream and grounds are beautifully maintained
and offer a wonderful wildlife habitat that is exceedingly rare
within the town centre.
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