Bashley Common Road, New Milton, BH25

A truly rare and quintessential Grade II listed period thatched cottage, set in approximately 6.9 acres of stunning gardens and paddocks, with stables, outbuildings, tack room, workshop and double garage, together with the all-important and rarely available benefit of direct forest access to the New Forest National Park. Offered to the market in immaculate condition, the property has been subject to an extensive programme of refurbishment by the current owners.

The property is situated inside the southern edge of The New Forest, within 1/4 a mile of open forest and just four miles from the coast whichoffers cliff top walks, beaches, and spectacular views over the Solent and the Isle of Wight. Local amenities at New Milton are within one mile with schools for all age groups including the renowned Ballard School nearby. The Georgian coastal town of Lymington is within eight miles where you will find a range of boutique shops, many fine restaurants, excellent sailing facilities, and a thirty-minute car ferry crossing toYarmouth on the Isle of Wight. The property is well placed for access to other major towns and cities including Bournemouth (13 miles), Southampton (19 miles) and Winchester (31 miles), with a link to London Waterloo via New Milton (2 hours) or Brockenhurst (1 hour 40 minutes).

Upon entering, the character and charm of this delightful home are immediately apparent. At the heart of the home is the dual-aspect sitting room, featuring a large inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove. Beyond, to the rear, is the dining room, with French doors opening out onto the idyllic rear garden. To the right of the dining room is the comprehensively appointed kitchen, which in turn leads through to the AGA room, useful utility/boot room, study and boiler room. Flanking the living accommodation at either end of the home are two double bedrooms, one served by a family shower room and the other benefiting from an en-suite shower room.

On the first floor is a generous double bedroom served by a modern family bathroom, together with a gallery area currently utilised as an additional bedroom. A further double bedroom, accessed via a second staircase, offers the flexibility to be self-contained or used as an adjoining bedroom or nursery.

This beautiful, unspoilt yet substantial cottage is idyllically nestled within its abundant gardens and grounds, presenting a truly rare and exciting prospect for any potential purchaser.

The home is discreetly positioned behind an established hedged boundary, offering an immediate sense of seclusion and privacy. The grounds extend in total to approximately 6.9 acres.

The secure gated entrance gives way to a large driveway, providing ample parking for multiple vehicles, including a boat, trailer or horse lorry if required. Accessed from the approach is the sizeable double garage, with up-and-over doors and an adjoining tack room and workshop.

The home is set amongst stunning, established cottage gardens. A fence separates the front garden from the driveway, whilst the delightful front garden enjoys a sunny aspect, with beautifully stocked beds and borders bursting with seasonal colour and flanking the gently contoured lawn. A fitting approach to such a charming home.

The gardens wrap around the side and rear of the home and are equally verdant and charming, having been beautifully landscaped and maintained by the current owners. The garden is a true sanctuary, enjoying complete privacy and attracting a wide variety of birdlife, including nuthatches and woodpeckers.

The grounds are predominantly laid to lawn, with bountiful beds and borders stocked with a glorious array of colourful flowers and established shrubs. A large feature pond provides a wonderful focal point and is home to several koi carp. Beyond this are established fruit trees and, in the spring, a beautiful carpet of bluebells.

A small, seasonal stream runs the length of the garden, separating the ornamental gardens from the paddocks and kitchen garden, with a greenhouse and chicken run beyond.

Energy Performance Rating: C Current: 69 Potential: 77

Council Tax Band: F

Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains gas, electric and water

Heating: Gas central heating

Drainage: Sewage treatment plant

Property Type: Detached

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Broadband: FFTC - : Broadband speeds up to 1000 Mbps available at the property

Mobile Signal / Coverage : No known issues, please contact provider for further

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Please note: This property is affected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO)

Grade II Listed