Crow, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24

A very well appointed three bedroom bungalow, with scope for enlargement, set in idyllic rural surroundings totalling 0.18 of an acre.

Summary of Accommodation

*RECEPTION LOBBY * RECEPTION HALL * LOUNGE/DINING ROOM * KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM * UTILITY ROOM * THREE BEDROOMS * BATHROOM/W.C. * INTEGRAL STORE (FORMERLY GARAGE) * OIL CENTRAL HEATING * DOUBLE GLAZING * FIRST CLASS ORDER * AMPLE OFF ROAD PARKING * ADJOINING CAR PORT * DELIGHTFUL GARDENS WITH RURAL VIEWS *

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION:
Minnow Brook is a detached bungalow originally built in the 1960’s part brick and part rendered elevations under a tiled roof. The property is in good presentation throughout and offers scope for further enlargement, subject to the appropriate planning regulations. The property has oil fired central heating, double glazing and extensive off road parking on a brick paviour driveway. Part of the garage has been sub-divided to create a utility store. A useable chimney, subject to inspection, could be utilised within the living room. The property is sold with the benefit of no onward chain.

AGENTS NOTE: Minnowbrook has been completely rewired. An oil boiler was installed in 2024, all radiators have thermostatic valves, new pipework in the roof space, new sewage treatment plant installed, some of the windows and doors are new since 2017 as were the bathroom suite and kitchen units/appliances. All the walls were stripped back to the original plaster and redecorated. The fireplace could be adapted for an open/multi-fuel fire.

SITUATION:
Minnow Brook is adjacent to a brook on its’ eastern boundary and enjoys rural views both front and rear within this idyllic setting within the hamlet of Crow, 2 miles south of the market town of Ringwood which offers a weekly street market in addition to comprehensive shopping, leisure and educational facilities. The property borders the boundaries of the New Forest National Park and is within close proximity to the award winning Crow Farm shop. The A31 and A338 provide road links to the main centres of Bournemouth (12 miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18 miles).

DIRECTIONAL NOTE:
From the main Ringwood roundabout, adjacent to the town centre car parks, leave in a southerly direction along the Mansfield Road passing two sets of traffic lights. At the first roundabout, adjacent to Greyfriars community centre bear left onto Christchurch Road and proceed along this road for approximately one & a quarter miles passing the entrance to the David Lloyd leisure club. Take the immediate turning left, adjacent past the Moortown Texaco filling station onto Moortown Lane. Proceed for a further half a mile, taking the third turning right, proceed over a bridge and continue along this lane for a short distance, whereupon the entrance to Minnow Brook can be located on the right hand side.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

UPVC DOUBLE GLAZED FRONT DOOR TO:

RECEPTION LOBBY: 11’8” (3.57m) x 4’6” (1.38m). Dual aspect to the south and east. Double glazed window and door. Radiator. Multi-panelled glazed inner door to:

RECEPTION HALL: 19’10” (6.06m) maximum x 6’4” (1.94m) maximum. Hatch with ladder to large loft area. Radiator. 2 ceiling light points. Full height shelved linen cupboard with pressurised hot water cylinder. Door to:

CLOAKROOM: Aspect to the north. Opaque double glazed window. White suite comprising close coupled low level w.c. Wash basin. Tiled floor. Chrome ladder style radiator/towel rail.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: 23’11” (7.31m) maximum x 13’7” (4.16m) maximum, narrowing to: 10’4” (3.17m) minimum. Triple aspect to the north, south and east. Feature bay window with view across front garden and driveway. Fireplace with tiled hearth and beamed mantel. 2 radiators. T.V. point. 4 wall light point.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, MULTI-PANELLED GLAZED INTERNAL DOOR TO:

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 17’8” (5.39m) x 11’9” (3.60m). Dual aspect to the north and west. Upvc double glazed back door on the northern elevation providing access to sideway and car port. Comprehensive range of custom built kitchen units comprising wall to wall, beech work surface with inset single bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with range of drawers and floor storage cupboards. Integrated appliances include AEG 4 burner Calor gas hob AEG electric double oven and grill. Integrated dishwasher. Space for fridge/freezer. Feature dresser style display unit with cupboards and drawers plus open fronted display unit. Tiled floor and contrasting tiled splash back. 2 radiators. 2 ceiling light points. Three speed canopy extractor fan.

FROM THE BREAKFAST AREA DOOR TO:

UTILITY ROOM: 7’ (2.16m) x 8’3” (2.54m). Aspect to the north. (This room forms part of the original integral garage). RCD fuse box. Grant oil fired boiler supplying domestic hot water and water for central heating radiators. Work top with plumbing for washing machine. Tiled floor. Wall programmer and time clock. Space for freezer. Integral door to:

GARAGE/STORE: 8’5” (2.58m) x 8’5” (2.58m). Light, power and electric meter. External garage door.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 1: 10’7” (3.24m) x 13’4” (4.09m). Aspect to the south. 2 double built-in wardrobes. Radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 2: 11’7” (3.52m) x 10’5” (3.19m). Aspect to the south. Radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 3/STUDY: 11’ (3.37m) x 9’11” (3.03m). Aspect to the west. Upvc double glazed window & door leading onto patio and rear garden. Built-in wardrobe and radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BATHROOM/W.C.: Fully tiled. Aspect to the north. Opaque double glazed window. White suite comprising panelled bath with shower over, wash basin set in vanity surround. Low level w.c. Tiled floor. Ladder style radiator.

OUTSIDE:
Minnow Brook is set on a delightful plot totalling 0.18 of an acre enjoying a frontage to Crow Lane of 84’ (25.6m) and a front garden depth of 30’ (9.14m). The front garden is approached across a small bridge over the adjoining brook via a five bar wooden gate which leads onto the eastern side of the property. There is an extensive brick paviour driveway with ample parking and turning, all of which is bounded by mature evergreen hedges and trees, plus post and rail fencing. There is a car port on the northern side of the property with double gates leading to the side patio. There is a modern oil storage tank.

The current owners have spent a significant amount of time and effort in improving the landscaping of the gardens, including the laying of substantial patio areas, replacement of fascia’s and soffits. All the boundary fences have been either replaced or improved where appropriate. The rear garden, on the western side of the property, enjoys a maximum depth of 61 (18.59m) and maximum width of 49’ (14.94m). Principally this area is laid to lawn with meadow grass/rewilding shrub borders, in addition to a GREENHOUSE and GARDEN CHALET. An area in the far north western corner of the garden provides stunning far reaching views across the adjoining farm land. There is an external water tap plus light and power.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: E

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