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Smugglers Lane North, Christchurch, BH23

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Three Bedroom Detached Character Cottage
  • Popular Residential Location
  • Within Catchment Of Local Comprehensive School
  • Nestled On A Generous Corner Plot
  • Boasting A South-Easterly Facing Private Garden
  • Integral Double Garage Plus A Driveway Providing Off-Road Parking
  • Scope For Redevelopment (Planning Permission Granted)
  • Two Reception Rooms
  • Good Size Kitchen With Space For A Breakfast Table
  • A Viewing Is Essential To Appreciate All This Character Home Has To Offer

Description

THREE BEDROOM detached COTTAGE, situated in a DESIRABLE residential area in HIGHCLIFFE within Highcliffe SCHOOL CATCHMENT & easy walking distance of local conveniences. Nestled on a GENEROUS CORNER PLOT boasting a SOUTH-EASTERLY facing PRIVATE rear GARDEN. Featuring TWO RECEPTION rooms, GOOD SIZE kitchen/breakfast room, GROUND FLOOR WC plus a THREE-PIECE family bathroom. Benefitting from an INTEGRAL DOUBLE GARAGE & a DRIVEWAY providing off-road PARKING for TWO VEHICLES. A charming CHARACTER PROPERTY that would benefit from some modernisation.

Description

This charming three-bedroom detached cottage is ideally positioned on a generous corner plot in a highly sought-after residential area of Highcliffe, within the desirable Highcliffe School catchment and just a short walk from local amenities. A well-proportioned character property with an internal footprint approaching 1,200 sq. ft., it offers significant potential and scope for modernisation throughout.

Planning permission has also been granted for a contemporary detached home to be built in place of the existing property, presenting an exciting development opportunity. In addition to the approved plans, the property also offers further potential for enhancement or redevelopment, subject to the necessary planning consents.

A viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scope and possibilities this well-located home has to offer.

Internally

Internally, the home offers flexible accommodation to suit a variety of lifestyles, including two generous reception rooms – a spacious lounge/diner featuring a striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a second reception room with a skylight and views over the garden, ideal as a formal dining room or snug perhaps. A good-sized kitchen provides ample floor and eye-level cabinetry, space for freestanding appliances, and room for a breakfast table. The ground floor also includes a convenient WC and a third bedroom that could alternatively serve as a home office while a door from the hallway opens into the garage. Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes, and a three-piece family bathroom.

Externally

Externally, the property enjoys a south-easterly facing, private rear garden, beautifully secluded by mature trees and shrubbery, predominantly laid to lawn with a patio area directly accessed from the reception room—ideal for outdoor dining or entertaining. A driveway to the front provides off-road parking for two vehicles, access to the up and over door of the double garage and a secure side gate that gives access to the rear garden and entry to the property itself.

Location

Situated in the beautiful coastal village of Highcliffe-on-Sea, benefitting from nearby Hinton Admiral Train station with direct links to London. A short walk away is Highcliffe Castle Golf Club and set on the clifftop, overlooking award-winning beaches is Highcliffe Castle itself and picturesque Steamer Point nature reserve. Conveniently located just a short drive away from local amenities, Mudeford Quay, and within catchment of well regarded Highcliffe School.

Directions

Head east on Christchurch Bypass/A35 towards Salisbury Road, at Somerford Roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Highcliffe Roadd/A337, at Hoburne Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Hoburne Lane, continue onto Smugglers Lane North, the property will be on the right-hand side just before the right hand turning of Smugglers Lane South.

Entrance Hall

Reception

10' 1'' x 7' 1'' (3.07m x 2.16m)

Lounge/Diner

17' 11'' x 12' 2'' (5.46m x 3.71m)

Kitchen

11' 3'' x 10' 8'' (3.43m x 3.25m)

Bedroom Three

7' 6'' x 7' 1'' (2.28m x 2.16m)

WC

First Floor Landing

Bedroom One

10' 7'' x 10' 6'' (3.22m x 3.20m)

Bedroom Two

12' 8'' x 10' 8'' (3.86m x 3.25m)

Family Bathroom

EPC

Rating D.

Tenure

Freehold.

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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.

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Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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We have also been recognised as Gold Winner for Bournemouth (BH5–BH7) at the British Property Awards 2024, following our earlier success as the Regional (South West Dorset) Gold Winner in 2023.

Our highly skilled and proven system for selling property consistently delivers the highest possible returns for our clients.

By combining cutting-edge technology with traditional personal service, we have created a powerful and reliable formula for success, delivering outstanding results year after year.

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