Furzey Down

A quite exceptional property on the outskirts of Lymington offering glorious views over its own land which extends to 8.93 acres including gardens, paddocks, woodland and stream. The house, gardens and land have a south-westerly aspect with an L-shaped stable block and yard adjacent to the paddocks and a large paved area (formerly a tennis court) ideal for parking. While occupying an idyllic rural setting the property is only 1.25 miles from the centre of Lymington. EPR - E

Despite its idyllic semi rural setting, the location is incredibly convenient with nearby walks on Pennington Common and footpaths close by the property leading to both the Forest and the coast. Nearby Pennington has a range of shops catering for most daily requirements while the market town of Lymington has a Georgian High Street with both national chains and independent boutiques. Rural pursuits are close at hand with walking, riding and cycling in the New Forest. Nearby Lymington has a range of sailing clubs and marinas.

Set well back from the road and approached over a sweeping private drive the house is very well presented with sensibly arranged accommodation over two floors. Much has been made of the outstanding outlook from the house with the sitting room, kitchen and principal bedrooms facing south and overlooking the gardens and paddocks. There is also a clear view from the kitchen window across the gardens as well as to the stable block.

The covered porch over the front door opens to a generous staircase hall with a wide opening to the beautifully proportioned sitting room which features a brick fireplace and twin picture windows offering expansive views. There are also French windows opening onto a terrace that links to the formal gardens. 

Also accessed from the hall is a spacious kitchen / dining room, again with French windows to the terrace. There is space for a large farmhouse table as well as a central island with breakfast bar. There is a four oven gas-fired Aga and attractive fitted units. Opening off the kitchen is a cosy snug with French windows opening onto the terrace and garden beyond. Also on the ground floor is a good size study, a wc and utility room with a sink and space for appliances.

Upstairs the master bedroom is very well proportioned with southerly views across the paddocks. There is a generous walk in wardrobe and en suite bathroom. There are two further principal bedrooms both of which have en suite facilities. The remaining two bedrooms are served by one of the en suites which is a Jack & Jill bathroom. 

The nearly 9 acres that are included with the property provide a calm oasis, surrounded by open countryside yet within a short distance of local facilities in both Lymington and Pennington. The house is positioned at the end of a long gravel drive and is nicely screened from the road. The drive leads to ample parking to the rear of the house and adjacent to the double garage. Another spur of the drive leads to the stable yard and a large area of hard standing (where planning permission has been granted for a menage) which provides an ideal space for storing horse trailers or boats. 

There is a superb terrace that runs along the southern and eastern elevations of the house and provides the perfect space for entertaining. This terrace can be reached via French windows from the sitting room, kitchen & snug and is the perfect space for relaxing and entertaining as it enjoys beautiful views over the gardens and land as well as having space for a dining table. There is also an outdoor kitchen complete with pizza oven and plumbing for a hot tub and outside shower. 

A level lawn extends to the east of the house where there is also a stand alone modern sauna.

To the south of the house lies the stable block which is L-shaped and comprises four loose boxes, a tack room and store room / feed shed. The stables front onto a fenced yard with water and from here it is only a few yards to the gates to two separate paddocks, post and rail fenced, both with water supply and troughs measuring approximately 0.75 acres and 0.55 acres respectively. The smaller paddock has a pond at the southern end while both paddocks provides access to the rest of the land via separate five bar gates. 

Beyond these gates is further paddock land extending to approximately 2.79 acres and is currently divided into 6 separate paddocks, four of which can be reached individually by an access strip running along the northern boundary. These paddocks also have a water supply and water troughs. 

Beyond the paddocks to the west is a delightful area of woodland perfect for walks and exploring. At the far boundary of the woodland is pretty stream, part of Avon Water, which flows from The New Forest down to the sea at Keyhaven.

Planning permission

Planning permission has been granted to adapt the current detached double garage to create two garages and a store room with additional accommodation under a pitched roof. The garaging planning permission is for 'non habitable' accommodation. 

Please see the below link to The National Park planning website;

Services

Energy Performance Rating: E Current: 54 Potential: 79

All mains services are connected, private drainage

Council Tax Band: G

Superfast Broadband with speeds of up to 80 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom)