Craigside Road | St. Leonards | BH24

Introduction

Occupying a generous and well-maintained plot, this spacious five bedroom detached bungalow offers incredible versatility with the possibility of multi-generational living via an internal annex. Featuring two principal reception rooms, a modern kitchen with utility, a detached garage, driveway parking and a garden cabin the current owners have remodelled multiple times whilst occupying for an impressive 39 years. The bungalow's versatility is outlined by the possibility of utilising five well-proportioned bedrooms or three with a separate one bedroom annex incorporating its own living area, hall and shower room. A viewing is highly recommended!

Entrance

Approached via a limestone paving or granite chip pathway bordered by mature flowerbeds, the property opens into a bright front porch with space for shoe and coat storage. A further wooden front door leads into the welcoming internal lobby, which features tiled flooring, a gas central heating radiator and access to the main reception room or annex section of the property

Living Room

The primary living space occupies a central location and benefits from a spacious feel, complete with a paved hearth suitable for a woodburner this central hub features neutral décor, daylight pipe and double internal doors which connect seamlessly to the dining room, enhancing the flow between living spaces.

Dining Room

This bright triple aspect room was built for family dining and entertaining and links the living space with the kitchen. Enjoying double aspect windows and sliding patio doors to the rear, the dining room is a wonderfully bright space that offers delightful views across the landscaped back garden.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

A spacious kitchen featuring a range of gloss-finish base and eye level cupboards, tiled splashbacks and contrasting worktops. A stainless steel sink with drainer sits beneath a window overlooking the patio, while appliances include a freestanding six ring gas/electric cooker, with further space and plumbing for a freestanding dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Offering ample room for a small breakfast table and chairs or island, the social kitchen could be shared with annex access to one side.

Utility

Conveniently adjoining the kitchen, the utility provides additional storage and workspace, with plumbing for a washing machine, and tumble dryer. Furthermore the utility provides access to both the front and rear gardens with a walkway to the detached double garage.

Internal Hall

The first of the two internal halls can be accessed via the main sitting room, providing further storage options including a cupboard housing the Glow-worm boiler and immersion tank, as well as access to the loft.

Bedroom 1

A generous double room positioned to the front of the property, complete with built-in wardrobes and accessed via the internal hallway.

Bedroom 2

Overlooking the rear gardens, this bright double also benefits from built-in wardrobes and neutral décor.

Bedroom 5

Bedroom five is a smaller double room currently used as an office with built in wardrobe for storage. Shrubs in the garden offer privacy into all front aspect rooms.

Family Bathroom

The fully tiled bathroom comprises a panelled bath with shower attachment and glass screen, wash hand basin, low-level WC, wall-mounted medicine cupboard, radiator and an obscure rear aspect window.

Bedroom 3

A versatile double aspect room located to the front left of the property occupying a position that provides seclusion from the rest of the bungalow and suitable for annex potential.

Bedroom 4

Utilised by the current owners as living space for the annex and accessed via the property's second internal hallway, bedroom four offers great versatility as a double bedroom or additional reception area.

Shower Room

Also accessed via the second internal hall the shower room is great for family use and completes the standalone annex option

Garage

The detached double size garage has a wide, remote controlled rising section door from the driveway, or alternatively UPVC double doors. The garage benefits from lighting and power and can also be reached from a pathway leading from the utility to the back UPVC garage door.

External Areas

Featuring a driveway suitable for multiple car parking and mature flowerbeds to the front this impressive plot (Approx 0.21 Acre) can be accessed via private and secure side gates and pathways. The beautifully landscaped south-easterly facing rear garden is accessed via steps down from the dining room. A paved patio provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining, leading onto an enclosed child friendly lawn area separating the pond via a gate. The back garden further features a large cabin used as a garden room, two greenhouses, shed, vegetable plots and log store in the surrounding area.

Location

Located in a popular residential road the property benefits from a secluded feel within walking distance of a local park, tennis club and playground. St Leonards is a sought after area just a short distance from the popular and bustling market town of Ringwood. Located on the western edge of the New Forest, at a crossing point of the River Avon, Ringwood's popularity continues to increase thanks to its brilliant schools, pubs, restaurants and boutique shops. Its superb location means it is perfect for those commuting to London whilst offering residents the chance to live a short distance from the beautiful local beaches and is a 'stone's throw' from the family friendly Moors Valley Country Park.

Important Note

These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed. They do not form part of any contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise, nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order or have been tested. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase.