Norley Wood, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41

Guide Price: £1,500,000 - £1,600,000

A rare opportunity to acquire a charming three-bedroom house in the New Forest National Park that comes with exceptional potential for further development. The property offers ample space to extend, allowing for the addition of two extra bedrooms and bathroom(s) in an approx. 550 sq.ft. self-contained annex as well as further reception space of 200 sq.ft. in the main house Such extensions would not only enhance the accommodation for larger families or guests, but could also provide the flexibility for multi-generational living, a home office suite, or even a rental income stream. With this unique proposition, the home represents an outstanding investment in both comfort and versatility.

Set in the heart of the New Forest National Park, this beautifully situated period cottage enjoys a peaceful and private position in the rural hamlet of Norley Wood. With views stretching across neighbouring Estate farmland to the Isle of Wight from the southerly elevation, the property offers a rare sense of tranquillity and natural beauty.

The property has been carefully maintained and tastefully updated, retaining much of its original character while providing comfortable, well-proportioned accommodation throughout. The elegant, dual aspect drawing room with exposed beam work is centred around a feature fireplace with inset woodburning stove, whilst to the front is a study / home office.

A sizeable dual aspect kitchen/dining room offers a practical and sociable setting, featuring a central island unit, integrated appliances, classic cabinetry, and ample space for entertaining. Whilst the clearly defined dining area has double doors onto the sunny garden terrace. Beyond the kitchen is a useful utility room and cloakroom WC.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms all with stunning views, including a principal room with fitted wardrobes and an en suite bathroom with walk in shower. A separate independent family shower room serves the remaining bedrooms.

The beautiful gardens of approximately 1.1 acres surround the cottage are attractively landscaped, offering ample lawned areas, established planting and a substantial paved terrace with neighbouring well.

A thatched detached annex with store close by the house offers the opportunity and has consent for additional accommodation (ref: 21/00617/LDCP). Consent has also being obtained for extending the cottage with two porches and a 5.7m x 3.7m sq. conservatory (ref: 20/00572). A recently constructed oak framed carport, garage and workshop with solar panels and storage batteries provides secure parking and useful storage. The garden benefits from a greenhouse and a large timber framed shed currently used for storing garden machinery.

Situated in one of the most sought-after hamlets in the New Forest National Park, Norley Wood enjoys a tranquil setting surrounded by miles of picturesque open countryside. Despite its peaceful location, it remains conveniently close to the Georgian market town of Lymington, approximately 2 miles away, which offers a branch line railway station with direct connections to the mainline station at Brockenhurst (London Waterloo approx. 1 hour 30 minutes), just 5 miles to the north.

Set amidst ancient woodland, forest, and open farmland, Norley Wood enjoys a truly rural setting. A popular village pub is just a short walk across the fields in nearby East End, while access to the Solent can be found a little further on at Tanners Lane. The neighbouring village of South Baddesley offers a well-regarded primary school, and everyday essentials are close to hand with a village shop located approximately a mile away in Pilley.