Woodlands, Southampton

Accommodation:
Whispers offers a well-proportioned interior arranged over two floors with a degree of flexibility that will suit a range of differing needs and circumstances.  The ground floor has a welcoming entrance hall with attractive oak flooring and stairs to the first floor under which is a very usefully create study area.  The sitting room has a circular bay window to the front and a feature brick fireplace with inset wood burning stove, and to the rear of the property is a lovely kitchen/dining room which is beautifully fitted with an extensive range of modern grey-fronted wall and base units above which are solid wood worktops.  The gas-fired Raeburn supplies the heating and hot water systems providing an additional cooking facility if required, and double doors open into the large conservatory from which is a lovely outlook over the gardens.  The ground floor also contains two double bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite bathroom, and a snug.

On the first floor are two additional large bedrooms, both with wardrobes fitted by Hammonds and each with en-suite facilities: The master bedroom suite has an adjoining dressing room with en-suite shower room whilst bedroom two, a large double room, has a stylish en-suite bathroom with raised bath and contemporary mood lighting.

Outside:
As the property sits on the open Forest, a cattle grid sits across the driveway with double gates opening onto an expansive parking area leading to the double car barn and attached garage (slightly restricted access) which includes a utility area and useful WC beyond which are an attached store and separate log-store.  In addition to these are a detached workshop with attached storage area, greenhouse, poly tunnel, and a lovely garden chalet currently used as an art studio but perfect as an office for home working.

The property sits centrally in wonderful gardens extending to just over three-quarters of an acre which have been imaginatively created by our clients and thoughtfully landscaped with a large ornamental pond to the front and open areas laid to lawn connected by well laid meandering paths complemented by colourful flower borders and an array of mature trees, plants and shrubs creating a peaceful and enchanting sylvan environment enjoying near total privacy and seclusion, with gated access onto the open Forest.

The Cattery:
Whispers Cattery was established in the late 1970s by the previous owners and was renowned throughout the area.  Our clients continued the business, improving the facilities and further enhancing its reputation until retiring and closing the cattery in October 2023.  The high-quality chalets and associated buildings, licenced for up to 55 cats, remain in situ so there is an ideal opportunity for an interested buyer to re-establish a profitable business if this may be of interest.  The vendors are happy to provide assistance in obtaining the necessary licence from the local authority but would also be willing to discuss removal of the Cattery if preferred subject to negotiation.

New Forest Council Tax:
Band: D, Price £2,137.87  for the year 2024/25