Brook Hill, Norley Wood, Lymington, SO41

*** OPEN TO OFFERS*** A detached Grade II listed thatched cottage dating back to the 16th Century and modernised over recent years. The whole is set in a wonderfully quiet large garden and now would benefit from a program of refurbishment and upgrading. The property comprises a one bedroom detached cottage with kitchen, living room and sun room, a detached self contained thatched studio, a thatched single garage and large timber workshop. The plot extends to just under 1/3rd acre in the heart of the New Forest set off a quiet lane in the hamlet of Norley Wood.

The property is situated in the highly sought after hamlet of Norley Wood within the New Forest National Park. The renowned primary school at South Baddesley is within walking distance. The schooling is considered locally as being excellent and there is also a Montessori school within the same catchment. The positioning allows for enjoyment and use of both the open Forest and Coast making it ideal for equestrian pursuits or boating. Whilst the property is set in a rural environment it is just minutes from the Georgian market town of Lymington, with its cosmopolitan shopping and picturesque harbour, together with two Marinas and Sailing Clubs for which the town has gained is status as a world renowned sailing resort. There is a branch line train link (5.5 miles) to Brockenhurst Railway Station which provides a half hourly service to London Waterloo with a journey time of approximately 90 minutes.

The property is accessed through double gates leading to a parking area and a path leading to the thatched single garage. The main cottage is positioned between the garage and the separate studio/annex. A stable front door leads into the storm porch of the cottage with flagstone flooring and a door to the main sitting room. The room is heated with an ornate wood burning stove and has a staircase to one side leading up to the bedroom accommodation. The kitchen comprises of wooden units and worktops and an enamel single sink. There is space for an electric cooker, washing machine and fridge/freezer. The attached sun room is accessed through an unusual arched doorway and has a quarry tiled floor. It overlooks the garden. The bedroom accommodation comprises a double bedroom, separate wc and shower cubicle.

The detached thatched studio/annex comprises a bedsit/living area with log burning stove, kitchenette and a separate shower room and wc. There is also a large wooden workshop within the generous garden. 

The pretty southerly facing garden is laid mainly to lawn with some mature shrubs and trees along the boundary offering privacy and seclusion. Gates from the entrance open onto a path leading to the single garage, main cottage and annexe.

Services

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax - C

Energy Performance Rating: N/A as Grade II Listed

Property Construction: Cob with thatch roof

Heating: The primary source of heating is the wood burner/open fire

Utility Supplies: Mains electricity and water. There is no gas supply. Private drainage located within the boundary of the property.

Broadband: Superfast broadband with speeds of up to 36mbps is available at this property (ofcom)

Mobile Signal / Coverage: No known issues, buyer to check with their provider

Conservation Area: Forest South East