3 bedroom house

A beautifully appointed country home located in the picturesque grounds of Harbridge Court, set in mature landscaped gardens and two acres of paddocks, which have the benefit of direct access to Ringwood forest. This charming property comprises spacious living accommodation and three double bedrooms; the master bedroom suite and living room featuring stunning vaulted ceilings. In addition to its own private grounds, there is access to the stunning shared ornamental gardens.

The historic Somerley Estate with its plethora of foot paths and bridleways is an ideal environment for walkers, riders and cyclists as well as those with a love of nature and the countryside. Somerley Park Golf Club is very close by as well as facilities for game and coarse fishing. Amenities can be found at the market towns of Ringwood and Fordingbridge whilst the A31 is only a short drive providing ease of access onto the M27, Southampton and Bournemouth both with their regional airports and mainline railway stations. The cathedral cities of Salisbury and Winchester are within a comfortable drive whilst the New Forest and the Coast are also on the door step. The area is also renowned for its wealth of educational, recreational and cultural amenities.

- Covered entrance porch with two benches

- Entrance hall with engineered oak flooring which continues throughout much of the living accommodation

- Cloakroom with vanity basin and WC, and useful storage cupboard

- Dining hall comprising a snug area, with an aspect over the front gardens

- Steps down to the triple aspect living room with multi-fuel burner and impressive vaulted ceiling

- French doors to rear patio and gardens

- Bespoke kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a range of quality units with granite work surfaces over

- Built-in wine rack

- Integrated Neff appliances including an induction hob, eye level oven and grill, microwave, fridge and dishwasher

- Adjacent utility room with further fitted cupboards and sink, with wall mounted oil-fired boiler and space for additional appliances

- Bright and spacious double aspect study comprising quality, custom-built fitted furniture

- Landing with access to airing cupboard housing the hot water tank

- Access via a pull-down loft ladder to a spacious, carpeted loft, with windows - offering potential to create further accommodation (subject to necessary permissions and regulations)

- Master bedroom suite with stunning vaulted ceiling, with two built-in wardrobes and a double aspect, offering views of the gardens

- En-suite bathroom comprising bath with shower over, WC, bidet and vanity basin

- Bedroom two and three both with pleasant aspects and a built-in double wardrobe

- Modern shower room comprising a large shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin and WC

The property is approached through a five-bar gate to a sweeping gravel drive and detached triple garage with three double leaf doors, a double loft space and separate single loft space above, and external log store. A gate gives access to a utilities area, housing the oil tank. The beautifully maintained country gardens are a particular feature of this lovely home, consisting of extensive lawns bordered by established shrubs and hedging – which also provide much privacy – and feature circular flower beds. A large paved terrace, which can be accessed from the living room and kitchen, wraps around the side and rear of the house, and benefits from a south-westerly aspect. The far side of the garden houses a timber shed and large part-brick greenhouse. A gate here gives access to the beautiful shared ornamental gardens.

The separate paddock amounts to approximately two acres, the boundaries of which are formed by post and rail fencing and hedging. The barn incorporates two stables and there is a separate field shelter across the paddock. A gate in the far corner gives direct access to Ringwood Forest. For the green-fingered enthusiast, a gated kitchen garden has been created within the paddock, comprising a variety of fruits and vegetables and a delightful walkway.

Energy Performance Rating: D Current: 63 Potential: 73