Brook, Lyndhurst, SO43

This much cherished, beautifully maintained home has been comprehensively re-imagined and extended by the owners. The house itself extends to approximately 1,720 square feet along with a stunning detached annexe, two garaging complexes, stables, and 4.5 acres of gardens and paddocks. The house has been carefully designed, taking full advantage of its location within the New Forest National Park, with the majority of rooms enjoying views over the grounds, paddocks and New Forest countryside beyond.

The house itself is a handsome, unspoiled period property of tremendous character with elegant light and airy rooms, traditionally arranged and perfectly suited to couples and families alike. The deceptive accommodation is arranged over two floors boasting well proportioned, comfortable rooms you would expect of a picturesque, turn of the century New Forest home.

The House

The ground floor accommodation comprises a gorgeous sitting room with a feature fireplace and log burning stove, a kitchen/breakfast room, which is ideally suited for modern living, with attractive solid Ash cabinetry with Cherry Wood surfaces, an AGA and central island creating additional workspace and storage. The adjoining utility room and boot room have further built-in storage including a walk-in larder. The south facing orangery is a room of particular note. The glazed elevation perfectly frames the stunning views with French doors opening out to the gardens, creating a seamless indoor- outdoor entertaining space. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a useful study and a cloakroom.

On the first floor there are three generous, characterful double bedrooms. The principal bedroom boasts stunning southerly views, has a dressing area and a stylish en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms have pretty feature Victorian fireplaces and are serviced by a well-appointed modern family bathroom.

The Annexe

Created by the owners in 2009, this wonderfully versatile space perfectly complements the main home, boasting gorgeous views across the garden. The spacious accommodation has been finished to exacting standards and comprises an open plan kitchen/sitting room, a double bedroom and a bathroom.

Outside

Occupying a spectacular, yet discreet, elevated position, located down a quiet New Forest side road is Oaklands. The home is perfectly positioned within its plot with formal gardens wrapping around the home before extending away into the orchard, lake and paddock. The primary entrance is on the eastern side of the grounds with a gated entrance leading onto a sweeping driveway that gives access to ample parking, two detached car barns, one suitable for a larger vehicle such a horse lorry or camper van. There is a second gated entrance on the western side that also gives way to additional parking, the detached double garage and a useful open tractor and machinery barn. In addition, there are two stables that offer scope for conversion if required (STPP).

The pretty formal garden wraps around the home, perfectly framing the characterful elevations. Areas of lawn are flanked by entwining pathways that meander through beautifully stocked floral and herbaceous borders and under verdant archways adorned with scented climbers. The rose and lavender lined entrance creates the perfect welcome. To the rear, an expansive paved terrace provides the perfect entertaining space with far reaching views. A pretty Alpine border provides colour and texture whilst the brick pond acts as a focal point. To the east, there is a gorgeous orchard with a well, specimen fruit trees and a stunning lake. Bursting with natural life, the lake provides an ever-changing backdrop of flora and nature. In addition, there is a beautifully stocked productive kitchen garden, a greenhouse and a garden shed.

Situation

The villages of Brook and Bramshaw offer two well-regarded public houses, a hotel, a local shop, widely supported by local residents, and two 18-hole championship golf courses. The National Park is grazed by the ponies, cattle and pigs of the local ‘commoners’ and is a walking and riding paradise, unmatched by anywhere in the south of England.

The Cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester, together with the commercial centres of Bournemouth and Southampton, offer further excellent educational, shopping and recreational facilities. A direct train service runs from Southampton Parkway station to Waterloo, taking about 65 minutes. A further selection of services can be found in nearby Lyndhurst and the historic market town of Romsey.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-60489