4 bedroom house

Within the New Forest National Park, a beautifully presented 3/4 bedroom chalet style residence in 1.6 acres of garden and paddock with far-reaching south westerly views.

A very well presented 3/4 bedroom detached chalet style home occupying an elevated position with far reaching views over the Avon Valley. Peters Croft has been updated and reconfigured in recent years, and the well appointed and tastefully decorated accommodation offers flexibility. Benefits of the property include oil fired central heating supplemented by a log burner in the sitting room, mostly Upvc double glazed windows and doors, updated kitchen with integrated appliances and quality sanitary ware in the bathroom, en-suite and cloakroom. Outside, there is a larger than average double garage with first floor loft storage facility and ample parking. The formal garden extends to 0.5 acres and beyond this there is a paddock extending to 1.1 acres with timber stable, all of which is enclosed by well maintained stock proof fencing and separately accessed from the lane.

Stuckton is an ideal gateway to the North West region of the New Forest National Park, one of a cluster of peaceful villages and hamlets in the immediate area that share facilities extending to a primary school, public houses, a restaurant, village hall and shop with tea rooms and plant nursery. The Avonside town of Fordingbridge is a short distance away and offers a range of educational, recreational and health facilities. The local road network also provides access to the regional employment centres of Salisbury, Bournemouth, Southampton and Poole. The close proximity of the open forest makes it an ideal setting for those with a passion for outdoor pursuits such as walking, riding and cycling.

The property is approached via a quiet country lane and has a wide entrance driveway that provides ample parking and gives access to the spacious detached DOUBLE GARAGE that has been designed to accommodate a good size car(s) via a remote control up and over door. Within the garage there is a dedicated workshop area with fitted bench, shelving and separate double access doors.

The formal garden that surrounds the property are principally lawned, offset by a variety of mature and specimen trees, shrubs, fruit trees and fruit cage, all enclosed by hedging and fencing. There is a full width south facing patio adjoining the property from which views across and beyond the Avon Valley can be enjoyed. A picket gate at the bottom of the garden leads to a separate access to a STABLE BLOCK comprising 2 loose boxes with light and power. Beyond this the gently sloping paddock which is enclosed by stock proof fencing and has water connected. The paddock and stables benefit from a separate access from the Stuckton Hill lane.

New Forest District Council. Tax Band E. Amount payable 2019/20 £2176.30.

Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating with an external boiler.

From Fordingbridge pass over the River Avon, continue under the flyover and turn right opposite Southampton Road garage. Take the immediate left hand turning signposted Stuckton/Frogham. Continue into Stuckton, passing the Three Lions Restaurant and turning immediately left. The entrance to the house will be located on the right hand side after approximately ¼ mile, opposite the entrance to Stuckton House.
















Marketed by: Woolley & Wallis, Fordingbridge