Lymington Road, East End, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41

A beautiful, newly built cottage set directly opposite the open New Forest in the tranquil hamlet of East End, crafted by skilled builders with exceptional attention to detail and finished to the highest standard, featuring bespoke fittings and thoughtful design touches throughout.

No expense has been spared in the creation of this bespoke home, where craftsman builders have lavished care and attention on every element. High quality materials are evident throughout, including oak-framed porches and individually made hardwood windows. A custom blended, colour-drench paint scheme throughout ties the finish together. Designed to be as practical as it is beautiful, the property incorporates modern, energy efficient systems including an air source heat pump, air circulation system, solar panels with battery storage and a pressurised hot water system. From the moment you step inside, the forest comes into view from a variety of aspects, bringing the setting into the heart of the home.

The approach is through a sliding electric gate to a gravel driveway leading to the garage. with landscaped pathways to the front porch or side entrance. An EV charging point is also provided

Inside, the light-filled hallway enjoys a view across the forest, there is a guest cloakroom with WC and a staircase rising to the first floor with a cupboard beneath housing the solar battery storage. Underfloor heating runs beneath Karndean flooring throughout the ground floor.

The living room has a forest outlook to the front, complimented by a feature fireplace with a lined chimney ready for the installation of a wood-burning stove. A sliding pocket door opens into the dining area, a striking space with vaulted ceiling and French doors to the covered terrace. This flows into the kitchen, which has been fitted to a superb specification with Austrian cabinetry, a larder unit with power and lighting, quartz surfaces, a peninsula breakfast bar and a full range of Bosch integrated appliances including induction hob, double oven, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.

The utility room provides further storage and space for laundry appliances, along with the plant cupboard housing the systems for the property. A side door opens from here to the drive and garage.

A short path leads to the guest suite, a beautifully crafted oak-framed studio with Douglas fir cladding. This independent space has its own plant room, fully fitted kitchen, shower room and a main room with French doors to the terrace and garden, ideal for guests or extended family.

Upstairs, the landing features a study area with fitted cupboards and a desk, set beneath a window framing views of the forest. The main bedroom is an elegant room, again looking out to the forest with bespoke wardrobes and an en suite shower room with twin basins. The second double bedroom also has a full range of wardrobes, its own en suite shower room and enjoys garden views.

The main garden lies to the rear, enclosed by the main house and guest suite, creating a lovely setting. There are paved terraces in herringbone brick and blockwork, with lawn and borders.

The property further benefits from mains drainage, offering convenience alongside its modern, energy-efficient systems.

East End is a charming hamlet surrounded by open New Forest, just four miles from Lymington and a mile from the Solent shoreline. The rural setting is remarkably peaceful, with endless walks and cycle routes through woodland, streams and pasture where ponies, donkeys, cattle, and even pigs, roam freely. Tanner’s Lane beach is within easy reach, offering views across to the Isle of Wight, while a local shop is found in nearby East Boldre.

Lymington provides wider facilities with its Georgian high street, boutiques, restaurants and marinas. For dining closer to home, The East End Arms – owned by John Illsley of Dire Straits – is a short stroll away, a welcoming pub known for its excellent food and atmosphere.