Highwood, Ringwood, BH24

Private country estate with direct forest access set in 23.71 acres.

Forest Edge Farm is situated in an enviable secluded rural position at the end of a long, private, post and rail fenced drive which leads to the dwellings and buildings. The current owners have lived at the property for approximately 40 years and it has been a well loved and maintained family home.

The property totals approximately 23.71 acres in a ring fence with the principal house, cottage, stables and buildings lying centrally within the land, giving privacy and seclusion. Lying in an elevated position, views from the property extend south towards the Solent. There is a secondary vehicular entrance via a cattle grid on the eastern side of the property.

The main house is a delightful spacious dwelling with painted brick elevations under a tile roof. The house benefits from light and airy rooms throughout, all with views across the garden.

The front door leads into the Entrance Hall, off which can be found the triple aspect Sitting Room spanning the width of the house. The Sitting Room is a perfect room for hosting family events with a large fireplace, bay window and French Doors out to the garden. The Dining Room is south facing with a large window with views across the garden and a door leading through to the Conservatory. There is a useful Study which could be used as a Play Room or Snug. The Kitchen with fitted units and dining area is a lovely family kitchen. There is also a useful Boot Room and Utility Room with lots of storage space. In the Hall there is a good sized airing cupboard and a downstairs WC.

Stairs from the hall lead up to the first floor with Master Bedroom with built in wardrobes, Family Bathroom, Shower Room and four further Bedrooms, all with built in wardrobes. On the landing is access to the boarded attic.

The garden wraps around the house on three sides. There is a spacious paved seating area on the southern side of the house ideal for entertaining in the summer months. The garden is laid to lawn with mature trees and boarders, being awash with colour in the summer months.

The vendors have during their time at Forest Edge Farm, planted many trees and shrubs, creating a haven for wildlife and native flora and fauna. Paths through the stunning woods and colourful Rhododendrons will take you past a pond stocked with carp.

There is also a vegetable garden with fruit cages and a greenhouse perfect for the avid gardener.

FOREST EDGE COTTAGE
Near to the main house is Forest Edge Cottage, a two bedroom single storey dwelling of brick construction built by the current owners.

The accommodation comprises Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Sitting Room, two Bedrooms, Shower Room and Utility Room and separate WC. The adjoining Garage and Greenhouse can be accessed from the Utility Room.

BUILDINGS
Forest Edge Farm benefits from an extensive and substantial range of versatile buildings which could potentially be used for a wide range of uses depending on an incoming purchasers requirements and planning. The buildings comprise:

1. Timber Stable Block with fenced concrete yards, comprising; three stables, feed room, rug room and field shelter.

2. Turkey Shed, a large timber framed building, corrugated clad, measuring approx. 54m x 20m, used as secure machinery shed and workshop.

3. Turkey Barn 2, measuring approx. 29m x 12m, timber framed and corrugated clad, used as a secure machinery store.

4. Garage with log store at rear.

5. Games Room

6. 3 bay log shed

7. Workshop

8. Indoor swimming pool (no longer in use).

9. Quail House, timber framed with concrete block back, timber clad under a fibre cement roof.

10. The Barn, a 4 bay steel framed enclosed barn with lean-to, large steel doors and corrugated sides under a fibre cement roof.


LAND
Forest Edge Farm totals approximately 23.71 acres of free draining land. The land which is not garden and woodland is divided in to useful and well maintained grass paddocks which have been grazed by the family’s horses and ponies over the years. The free draining soil is ideal for grazing and allowing turnout all year round.

The land benefits from road access on the southern boundary as well as access directly onto the New Forest from the northern boundary.

Forest Edge Farm is truly unique, boasting unrivalled privacy and tranquillity, the house is totally secluded from any public paths or neighbours, making you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, yet it is only 5 minutes drive from local amenities and has direct access to the New Forest National Park through the back gate ideal for riding, walking and cycling enthusiasts.

The thriving town of Ringwood, within easy reach to the south, offers a bustling community well supported by a range of local and national shops, cafes, wine bars and restaurants. There is an equally good range of schooling in both state and private sector, and the Sixth Form at Ringwood Secondary School rated Outstanding by OFSTED.

The outdoor enthusiast only has to step out of the gate to experience unrivalled walking, cycling and riding opportunities and the Spinnaker Sailing Club is close by. The location is well placed for excellent communication links, with the A31 and A338 providing convenient access to Southampton and Bournemouth respectively, where mainline rail services and international airports can be found.



Forest Edge Farm Band H
Forest Edge Cottage Band E

The property benefits from mains water and electricity supplies.
The house and cottage both have oil fired central heating.
The house and cottage have their own private drainage systems.

If using Sat Nav to find the property, the best postcode to use is BH24 3LE. Then as you leave Poulner turn right handed at the ford on a triangular junction. The entrance to the drive is then the first tarmac drive on the left. Halfway up the drive keep right, pass through the metal electric gates and proceed to the main house.
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