Lower Sandy Down Lane, Boldre, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41

A captivating, architect-designed, split-level country residence, nestled within approximately 18 acres of breath-taking park-like grounds.

Description

An intriguing, architect designed, split-level country residence, set in stunning park-like grounds of approximately 18 acres including a swimming pool, a stream, two lakes and woodland, and affording unparalleled privacy and tranquillity in the New Forest National Park. The house itself provides east and west wings with five bedrooms and spacious living space including a living/dining room and a fabulous drawing room, and is situated just outside the sailing town of Lymington. The property enjoys a secluded and protected setting with an abundance of wildlife including water fowl, deer and birds.

The double front door opens into the naturally lit lobby with a second pair of double doors opening into the reception hall where there is a useful cloaks cupboard, and two staircases leading to the east and west wings. Directly ahead, a further pair of glazed double doors open into the living and dining room which overlooks the garden and woods beyond and has an open fireplace with brick facings. The kitchen/breakfast room, which can be accessed from both the dining room and the hall, faces south and east and has a glazed door opening out to the patio and garden. The Mark Wilkinson kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and wall mounted limed oak units incorporating Miele integrated appliances including a double oven, ceramic hob and microwave as well as a ceramic one-and-a-half bowl sink. Adjacent to the kitchen, three steps lead down to the rear porch and further steps lead to the utility area which is fitted with a range of units and has space/plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a cloakroom, and a door which gives access to the double garage. From the utility, steps lead down to the lower basement where the gas fired boiler, which provides domestic hot water and central heating, is situated, as well as the hot water tank/control and irrigation controls for the automatic watering of the garden, and a useful shelved larder/food store.

Back in the reception hall, stairs lead to the east wing where the main and second bedrooms are situated, and on the landing there are a range of cupboards incorporating an airing cupboard. The main bedroom enjoys fabulous views of the woods and has an en suite dressing room including an extensive range of wardrobes and a separate en suite bathroom comprising a bath, shower enclosure, WC and vanity unit. Bedroom two is currently used as a sewing room and has a range of cupboards including a vanity unit, and there is also a separate cloakroom on this floor. From the reception hall, stairs then lead to the west wing landing where there are three further bedrooms; bedroom three enjoys a dual aspect overlooking the grounds and has an en suite shower room as well as fitted wardrobes. Bedroom four also has a wardrobe and an en suite shower room, and bedroom five is a good sized double. There is a family bathroom, a separate WC and a range of fitted cupboards on the landing. Further stairs lead from the reception hall down to the large drawing room which has a corner fireplace with a wood burning stove and doors opening out onto the patio and garden. From this room, there is a study/office with further patio doors to the garden, as well as further stairs leading to the lower ground floor.

OUTSIDE
The gardens and grounds that surround the property are of park-like status with two lakes being stream fed and running through the centre of the land with woodland borders offering complete seclusion and privacy with a footpath meandering through the woods with a pleasant riverside walk. There is a useful double oak-framed garage with a car port. Leading off from the drawing room is a lovely paved terrace with a tiled swimming pool and a summer house. The grounds afford complete privacy, there is outside lighting which illuminates the trees and the driveway.

Location

Abundant in charm, wildlife, natural beauty and history, the idyllic setting that the New Forest provides is without doubt the perfect place for escapism and exploration. Once the royal hunting ground of William the Conqueror, the New Forest covers 566 km² enjoying vast tracts of unspoilt woodland, open moors and heathland as well as the stunning local coastline, it really is the perfect place for walks, bike rides, horse riding and sailing.

Lymington is a pretty, Georgian riverside town located just south of the New Forest. It is famous for offering some of the finest sailing waters in the UK and is home to the Royal Lymington Yacht Club which makes it an extremely popular hub for the yachting enthusiast. The High Street is the venue for the bustling Saturday street market and has a tremendous variety of unique boutiques and shops, as well as cafes, pubs and restaurants to enjoy all year round. As well as this, there are many parks and areas such as the Old Town Quay in which to relax and take in the atmosphere of this charming, individual town.

A regular ferry link gives easy access to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, whilst the nearby village of Brockenhurst also offers a fast rail service to London Waterloo (approx. 90 minutes). Regular bus links also connect Lymington to both Bournemouth and Southampton. Another reason for choosing to live life in Lymington is that it is just a stone’s throw from the open forest in quaint villages like Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst and Burley, as well as being close to the beautiful beaches of Milford on Sea, Barton and Highcliffe. We really are spoilt for choice when it comes to walks, bike rides, horse riding and sailing.

Square Footage: 4,141 sq ft


Acreage: 18 Acres

Additional Info

Mains water, electricity and gas are connected to the property. Drainage is to a private system. Fibre broadband is
connected to the property with speeds up to 900mbps.

Freehold

Council Tax Band H