Martin, Fordingbridge

A beautifully characterful thatched cottage set within enchanting mature gardens in one of the area’s most desirable village settings.

A truly enchanting period cottage set within beautifully established grounds circa
two thirds of an acre, situated in the highly sought-after village of Martin. Offering
exceptional charm and privacy, this delightful home has been sympathetically
extended over the years to create a wonderfully spacious family residence whilst
retaining an abundance of original character and period features throughout.

Combining outstanding character, mature grounds and a highly desirable village
setting, this exceptional cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special
period home in one of the area’s most attractive rural locations.

Believed to date back several centuries, the cottage enjoys a peaceful setting
accessed via a shared entrance leading to an extensive gravel driveway providing
parking for approximately five vehicles, together with a detached double garage.

Internally, the property exudes warmth and character, with exposed beams, feature
fireplaces and an abundance of period charm throughout. The impressive double
aspect drawing room is centred around a striking brick fireplace. French doors open
directly onto the terrace and gardens beyond.

The reception room flows through to the internal hallway with staircase rising to the
first floor. From here steps rise to the small sitting room, a cosy and characterful room
with exposed timbers. From here, a door leads into a highly useful study or additional
ground floor bedroom featuring fitted shelving and cupboards across one wall and
enjoying a dual aspect outlook.

The sitting room also opens into the charming dining room, a particularly atmospheric
space featuring exposed beams, an attractive fireplace with access through to the
kitchen.

The kitchen/breakfast room is generously proportioned and naturally bright, enjoying a
lovely lantern roof light above the breakfast area. Fitted with a range of wall and base
units with work surfaces, the kitchen also provides space for an electric range cooker
with extractor hood above together with further appliance space. A cloakroom with
WC and plumbing for a washing machine leads from the kitchen, whilst a rear porch
provides direct access to the driveway.

The first floor offers a wonderfully characterful split-level layout. From the half landing,
one staircase rises to the principal bedroom, a spacious double aspect room with fitted
wardrobes and an en suite bathroom.

A second staircase leads to a further landing serving two additional double bedrooms
and a family bathroom fitted with bath, wash hand basin and WC.

The gardens are a particular highlight of the property and provide a magical setting
surrounding the cottage. Beautifully mature and thoughtfully landscaped, the grounds
feature sweeping lawns, colourful flower and shrub borders, specimen trees and
numerous seating areas designed to enjoy the gardens throughout the day.

A charming sun terrace extends from the living room French doors, creating the ideal
setting for outdoor entertaining and al fresco dining. Elsewhere within the grounds is a
delightful thatched summerhouse which seats 12 comfortably for a fun alfresco meal,
additional patio terrace with inset pond, a garden shed and a picturesque wooden
bridge crossing a drainage brook to a more natural area planted with shrubs and
specimen trees. Pathways and terraces wrap around the cottage, allowing sunlight
and shade to be enjoyed at different times of the day.

Penylan Cottage is situated within the highly sought-after village of Martin, nestled
in the beautiful countryside of Cranborne Chase National Landscape and within a
conservation area, renowned for its rolling scenery and dark night skies. The village
enjoys a strong community spirit with a village hall, community shop and church, whilst
surrounded by excellent walking, cycling and riding countryside.

The nearby town of Fordingbridge provides a wide range of day-to-day amenities, with
the Cathedral City of Salisbury also within easy reach offering further shopping, dining
and mainline rail services to London Waterloo. The New Forest National Park lies
nearby, providing exceptional opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

The area is also well regarded for its excellent selection of both state and independent
schools.