3 bedroom house

This beautifully presented property has been subject to an extensive programme of refurbishment and modernisation by the current owners, the result of which is a lovely family home offering beautifully appointed accommodation throughout in a pleasant forest setting. Energy Efficiency Rating: C

The property is located close by the idyllic and highly sought after hamlet of Bank which has direct forest access, a popular local pub and a friendly community. Bank is 1.5 miles south west of the village of Lyndhurst, the renowned as the capital of the New Forest. Situated on the open forest, the hamlet boasts a number of attractive dwellings, both large and small, many affording fine open views over the surrounding farmland and forest. The highly regarded Oak Inn pub is a short walk away. The nearby village of Brockenhurst (approximately 5 miles south) has a mainline rail connection to London Waterloo (journey time approximately 90 minutes). To the south of Brockenhurst is the Georgian market town of Lymington, known for its Saturday Charter Market, river, marinas and yacht clubs. Junction 1 of the M27 is approximately 4 miles north providing access across the forest to serve Bournemouth, Southampton and the M3.

To the ground floor, an entrance hallway links to the principle living rooms including a 22 ft. double aspect sitting/dining room with feature woodburning stove and a fantastic 17 ft. kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a range of modern units and appliances, a large island unit and granite work surfaces. A particular feature of the kitchen/breakfast room is the impressive vaulted ceiling with exposed timber beams and skylights. Both the sitting/dining room and the kitchen/breakfast room also feature doors opening out onto the rear sun terrace and garden. Further rooms to this level include a snug/family room which is open to the kitchen/breakfast room, a shower room and two bedrooms set either side of the hallway.

To the first floor, a small landing/study area links to the newly created master bedroom and en-suite bathroom, fitted with a range of built-in wardrobes and velux windows offering elevated views across the neighbouring farmland.

The delightful grounds extend to approximately 0.3 of an acre with detached outbuildings and two driveways providing off road parking for several vehicles.

A good size sun terrace adjoins the side of the property, with the rest of the garden being laid to lawn and interspersed with herbaceous planting.

The garden is fully enclosed by fencing and mature hedging and leads down to a small stream with an area of natural woodland beyond.

The property also benefits from a recently replaced stable block/storage shed as well as a wood shed and garden shed.

Marketed by: Spencers Of The New Forest, Brockenhurst