Avenue Road, Walkford, nr. Highcliffe, BH23

An immaculately presented detached residence, ideally located in a quiet residential area within walking distance of Highcliffe town centre and beach. This stunning property offers 2,800 sqft of versatile and beautifully appointed living space, complemented by low-maintenance south facing gardens. It also provides generous off-road parking and an integral double garage for convenience.

THE SITUATION

Walkford is a charming village within the borough of Christchurch, Dorset. This property is ideally situated for a lifestyle that balances both tranquility and convenience, with easy access to the New Forest and local beaches. The nearby picturesque village of Burley offers a variety of boutique shops and restaurants. Lymington and Christchurch are both close by, home to sailing centers and Lymington’s ferry service to the Isle of Wight. Excellent road links provide straightforward access to the larger shopping towns of Southampton and Bournemouth, both of which feature airports. London is easily reached by rail, with New Milton and Hinton Admiral stations just a short drive away, offering frequent services. The area is also served by several outstanding schools, including Ballard School and Durlston Court Preparatory in New Milton, Walhampton School in Lymington, and King Edward VI Southampton. Additionally, local attractions include the popular Chewton Glen Hotel and Spa, Highcliffe Golf Course, and the Nature Reserve at Steamer Point.

THE PROPERTY

Upon entering through a partially glazed front door, you are welcomed by a marble-tiled hallway that leads to a bright, dual-aspect sitting room, complete with an ornamental gas fireplace framed by a stone surround.

Continuing on, you’ll find a beautifully finished modern kitchen featuring a blend of sleek white and whitewashed wood-effect cabinetry, integrated appliances, and a stylish mosaic backsplash.

This kitchen seamlessly opens into a vaulted garden/dining room, also adorned with marble tiles, where three large windows offer views of the terraced garden at the rear of the property.

Ascending to the first floor, a central landing area provides access to three well-appointed bedrooms.

The principal bedroom boasts a stunning open gable ceiling and a full-height window overlooking the front. This room is enhanced by a modern, fully tiled en-suite shower room, featuring a walk-in shower cubicle, wash basin, and WC.

Two additional bedrooms on this level include built-in wardrobes and share a contemporary family bathroom, complete with a panelled bath, wash basin, and WC.

ANNEXE

The property also features an attached two-storey self-contained annexe with its own separate access from a private driveway, leading to front entrance or to rear garden.

The annexe comprises a spacious open-plan sitting/dining area, conservatory, kitchen, ground-floor bedroom, and bathroom, along with an additional master en-suite bedroom upstairs.

Adjacent to the annexe is a detached single garage and a south-facing courtyard garden, complete with feature brick walls and a vegetable patch.

OUTSIDE

A set of double wooden gates opens to a generous driveway, which includes a large double garage.

The front garden is predominantly laid to level lawn, interspersed with mature plants and shrubs.

The rear of the property features a south-facing paved terrace, accessible from the summer room and side of the house, making it an ideal setting for alfresco dining and entertaining.

A second gated driveway provides private access to the additional garage, which has ample parking alongside to house a camper van or boat, as well as providing an additional entrance to the adjoining annexe.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Energy Performance Rating: D Current: 65 Potential: 77

Council Tax Band: E

Tenure: Freehold

All mains services are connected to the property

Broadband: Ultrafast broadband with speeds of 1,000 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom)

Mobile Coverage: No known issues, please contact your provider for further clarity