Paddock Gardens, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41

A well-presented four bedroom detached house which has been thoughtfully extended on the ground floor to create a superb kitchen/family room, ideally situated within walking distance of the town centre and highly regarded local schools.

The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall, featuring a light oak and glass stair rail with stairs rising to the first floor. From the hall, doors lead to the principal reception rooms and there is also a cloakroom with WC.

The living room enjoys a bay window to the front, creating a bright and inviting space and double doors open through to the dining room, which also has a return door to the hall. From the dining room, an opening leads into the fabulous, spacious kitchen/family room, the true heart of the home, with a vaulted ceiling and flooded with natural light from multiple Velux windows and two sets of bi-fold doors opening onto the south facing rear garden. The kitchen area is fitted with a comprehensive range of cabinets with granite worktops, two sinks and includes a water softener. There are spaces for a range cooker, an American-style fridge/freezer and laundry appliances, along with an integrated wine cooler and dishwasher. A central island unit with breakfast bar seating provides an excellent social and informal dining area, making this a superb space for family living and entertaining.

On the first floor, bedroom one benefits from built-in wardrobes and a modern en suite shower room, while the three further bedrooms are served by a family shower room.

Outside, the driveway provides off-road parking and leads to the integral garage, which is fitted with a remote controlled electric door and an EV charging point.

There is also an area of lawned front garden and a side gate gives access to the rear garden, which is south facing with a lovely wooded backdrop. The garden has been beautifully landscaped with a block-paved patio, an area of lawn and raised beds, creating a delightful setting with a timber summer house to one corner.

Lymington is a thriving Georgian market town perfectly positioned between the New Forest National Park and the Solent coastline. Its vibrant High Street blends well-known names like Marks & Spencer and Waitrose with a variety of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants, pubs, and tea rooms. The town also provides an excellent choice of salons, beauticians, and everyday amenities.

The popular Saturday market brings a lively atmosphere to the town each week, attracting both locals and visitors. For those who enjoy life on the water, Lymington is a sailing hotspot, with two marinas and yacht clubs offering direct access to the Solent. Nearby beaches and scenic coastal walks add to its outdoor appeal.

On land, the surrounding New Forest offers endless opportunities for walking, cycling, and horse riding. Local sports and leisure facilities include a golf course, tennis and bowls clubs, cricket and rugby grounds, a football club, skate park, and play areas. The Recreation Centre features a 25m indoor pool and fitness classes, while the historic open-air seawater baths offer summer fun beside the river.

Lymington also has a community centre, small cinema, library, and a range of infant, junior, and secondary schools all within walking distance of the town centre.

It’s this combination of location, amenities and lifestyle that makes Lymington one of the South Coast’s most sought-after places to live.