Shobley, Ringwood, Hampshire
A beautifully positioned, individually architecturally designed country retreat with surrounding views of the New Forest National Park. The Property A beautifully positioned country retreat with surrounding views of the New Forest National Park set in grounds and paddocks amounting to 4 acres with additional land available by separate negotiation. This individually, architecturally designed four bedroom detached house was built by the current owners and is now offered for sale with no forward chain. The design is a unique blend of Queen Anne Georgian inspired by Lutyens and country craft reflective of New Forest character. The structure is comprised of handmade, York Brick Company - Old Clamp Blend, bricks and hand made, Ashbury, clay pan terracotta roof tiles. Features include: formal lounge with reading nook and stone fireplace, dining room/study, entrance hall with hand tooled oak staircase, handmade beechwood fitted kitchen with range and separate utility room, bespoke solid oak conservatory, Mumford & Wood hand-made lead weighted sash windows, underfloor heating, four first floor bedrooms two with built in bedroom furniture, two quality fitted bathrooms (including master en-suite bathroom). Outside storage includes a detached double garage and large out building suitable for replacing and converting (stp). A bright and spacious entrance hall with stunning views across the paddocks and forest beyond, attractive oak floors which continue through into most of the ground floor living area. Ground floor cloakroom. The appealing sitting room features a large bay window with a reading nook and delightful views across the rear gardens to the paddocks beyond. This bright and airy double aspect reception room also features a Rudloe stone built fireplace with Jetmaster open fire. The impressive kitchen, also enjoys a stunning aspect over the gardens and benefits from having a large solid oak contemporary conservatory with matching tiled floors and double opening French doors leading out onto a raised decking and outside dining terrace. The well planned kitchen has been fitted with custom built solid beech base wall and drawer units with granite effect working surfaces over. Integrated appliances include a range style cooker with convection canopy above, and there is space and plumbing for a dishwasher and fridge / freezer. The kitchen has a solid brick, fully lined, chimney suitable for the addition of an Aga stove if desired. Immediately adjacent to the kitchen, off the hall, is the separate utility room which has further storage with built-in cupboard space, worktops and an additional sink. There is space under the worktops for a washing machine and drier and an additional cupboard which houses the hot water tank. The attractive handmade oak staircase leads to the spacious landing, which has access to the loft via pull down ladder. There are four first floor bedrooms with fitted bedroom furniture in some of the bedrooms. The master bedroom is a most charming room which has French doors leading out onto an ideally positioned balcony with stunning views of the forest. This room also benefits from a luxury en-suite bathroom with four piece suite which includes a rolled edge bath and separate shower. All three further bedrooms enjoy different views of the surrounding paddocks and forest. The generous family bathroom has a modern four piece suite including a panel bath with shower over.
F L O O R P L A N
Set in grounds and paddocks amounting to four acres with additional land available by separate negotiation. Grounds & Gardens The property is approached by a cattle grid leading into a parking courtyard, which further leads to the detached double garage with electrically operated twin doors and personal door to the side aspect. There is a large detached timber outbuilding, formerly stabling for brewery shire horses, which is suitable for replacement, this would be ideal for a new outbuilding, possibly a studio or annexe (subject to planning permission). The formal gardens lie mainly to the front and two sides with post and rail separating the two large paddocks. There is a stream running through the fields offering a permanent water supply and valuable permission to build a new stable block. There is a separate entrance into the fields from the lane, with five bar gate offering direct access to the open forest. Services Energy Efficiency Rating: C Current 73 Potential 85 Oil Fired Central Heating & hot water, private drainage Council Tax Band: F 3 4 2
The sought after hamlet of Shobley is located within the beautiful New Forest National Park The Situation The beautiful Linford Valley, visible from the house, is an added delight for all with grassland, enclosures and a picturesque stream offering walkers, riders and cyclists the very best of the beautiful New Forest National Park. The popular market town of Ringwood is approximately 2 miles away, providing excellent facilities. Directions Viewing By prior appointment only with the vendors sole selling agents Spencers of the New Forest. Spencers of The New Forest would like to point out that all measurements set out in these particulars are approximate and are for guidance only. We have not tested any apparatus, equipment, systems or services etc and cannot confirm that they are in full for efficient working order or fit for purpose. No assumption should be made as to compliance with planning consents or current usage. Nothing in these particulars is intended to indicate that any carpets or curtains, furnishings or fittings, electrical goods (whether wired or not), gas fires or light fitments, or any other fixtures not expressly included form any part of the property being offered for sale. Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact us and we will be happy to confirm the position to you.
The Local Area Ringwood is an historic market town located on the edge of the New Forest National Park, within a short drive of the coast, Bournemouth and other attractive market towns. Major roads provide easy access to London, the Jurassic Coast and international airports. Ringwood town provides an excellent selection of shopping, restaurants and cafes in the original high street and more recently developed quarter, offering the best of both independent businesses and stores including Waitrose, Aga, Hobbs, Gerry Weber, Crew and Joules. The quality of amenities reflects the prosperity of the area, including a highly rated secondary school and sixth form. Proximity to extensive forested areas, lakes and coastline provides ready access to a wide range of outdoor pursuits, activities and local facilities including David Lloyd Leisure Centre, New Forest Water Park and Ferndown Golf Club.
For more information or to arrange a viewing please contact us: 42 High Street, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 1AG T: 01425 462600 E: ringwood@spencersnewforest.com www.spencersnewforest.com