Ivy Close, St. Leonards, BH24

Set behind a generous frontage on a beautifully established plot of approximately 0.35 acres, this substantial executive detached home offers around 2,287 sq ft of accommodation (excluding the conservatory and double garage), combining exceptional family living with exciting future potential. Subject to the necessary planning permissions, the size and layout of the plot present an excellent opportunity to create a detached annex or even a separate dwelling, making this a home that can evolve with changing family needs.

A spacious entrance hall creates an impressive welcome, with a staircase rising to the first floor, a useful coats cupboard, additional understairs storage and doors leading to all principal ground floor rooms. The ground floor cloakroom is fitted with a WC, pedestal wash hand basin and an opaque front aspect window.

Glazed double doors open into the formal dining room, a wonderful space for entertaining with ample room for a large dining table and chairs. Sliding glazed doors lead directly onto the rear patio, while a further set of glazed double doors provides an effortless flow into the sitting room.

The sitting room is an exceptionally generous triple aspect reception room, flooded with natural light from front and rear windows together with two high level side windows. A striking stone fireplace provides the focal point with space for a wood burning stove, while sliding glazed doors open into the conservatory.

The conservatory enjoys a delightful outlook across the rear garden and is a true sun trap, with a low brick base, glazed elevations and direct access onto the patio, making it an ideal place to relax throughout the seasons.

The kitchen breakfast room is equally impressive, offering an extensive range of base level cupboards and drawers complemented by matching wall mounted and glazed display cabinets. There is space for a Rangemaster style cooker with extractor canopy above, an integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge and a composite double sink positioned beneath a rear aspect window overlooking the garden. Two further windows ensure the room is beautifully bright, while the breakfast area comfortably accommodates a family dining table.

Leading from the breakfast area is a dedicated home office with fitted office furniture and a front aspect window, providing an ideal environment for home working.

The adjoining utility room offers further storage with base level cupboards, a stainless steel one and a half bowl sink and drainer, space for a washing machine, additional undercounter appliance and an upright fridge freezer. The wall mounted boiler is also located here, together with loft access, internal access into the double garage and a glazed door leading directly into the garden.

The first floor landing provides access to all four bedrooms, the family bathroom and a generous airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder with slatted shelving.

The principal bedroom is a spacious double room fitted with an extensive range of bedroom furniture and wardrobes, enjoying views across the rear garden. An ensuite shower room comprises a large shower enclosure with thermostatic shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC, heated towel rail and opaque side aspect window.

Bedroom two is another generous double bedroom with fitted mirrored wardrobes, a rear aspect window and its own ensuite shower room, which in turn opens into a separate dressing room, creating an excellent guest or principal suite.

Bedrooms three and four are both comfortable double bedrooms, each benefitting from built in wardrobes, while the family bathroom is fitted with a panel enclosed bath with shower over, vanity unit, WC and heated towel rail.

Outside, the gardens are undoubtedly one of the property's defining features. Wrapping around the home and enjoying a sunny southerly aspect, the mature gardens provide a wonderful degree of privacy, framed by established hedging, trees and well stocked flower beds. A generous paved terrace extends around the property, creating numerous areas for outdoor dining and entertaining, while a timber garden shed and adjoining hardstanding provide practical storage.

The size of the plot, extending to approximately 0.35 acres, offers exciting possibilities for future development. Subject to the necessary planning consents, there is excellent potential to construct a detached annex for multi generational living or even a separate dwelling, making this an increasingly rare opportunity within such a sought after residential setting.

To the front, the property is approached via a long private driveway bordered by mature hedging and a low brick wall, providing off road parking for up to six vehicles before reaching the double garage with electric up and over door, power and lighting. Timber gates on either side of the property provide convenient access into the rear garden.

Beautifully presented throughout, this impressive executive home offers generous living space, four genuine double bedrooms, superb entertaining areas, extensive parking and exceptional future potential, all within one of St Leonards' most desirable residential locations.

Living in Ivy Close, St Leonards

Ivy Close enjoys a peaceful position within the highly desirable village of St Leonards, offering an enviable balance of woodland surroundings, excellent connectivity and a strong sense of community. It is a location that appeals equally to families, professionals and those looking to enjoy a quieter pace of life without sacrificing convenience.

For lovers of the outdoors, the area is exceptional. Moors Valley Country Park and Avon Heath Country Park are both just minutes away, providing hundreds of acres of woodland, open heathland and scenic walking and cycling trails. Whether it is a morning run, weekend bike ride, dog walk or family day out at Go Ape or the miniature railway, nature is always close at hand. The New Forest National Park is also within easy reach, offering endless opportunities to explore its ancient woodland, picturesque villages and free roaming ponies.

Despite its peaceful setting, St Leonards is superbly connected. The nearby A31 provides fast access to Ringwood, Ferndown, Bournemouth, Southampton and Salisbury, while the M27 and M3 make travelling to London straightforward. By car, Central London can typically be reached in around two and a half hours, making the area an excellent choice for those who occasionally commute or travel for business.

For those travelling further afield, Bournemouth Airport is only around 15 minutes away, offering an increasing range of UK and European destinations, while Southampton Airport can be reached in approximately 30 to 40 minutes and provides additional domestic and international connections. Heathrow Airport is also easily accessible via the M3, making international travel remarkably convenient.

Rail users are equally well served, with nearby Bournemouth, Christchurch and Southampton Airport Parkway stations offering regular direct services to London Waterloo, with journey times from around 1 hour 45 minutes depending on the departure station.

Families are particularly well catered for, with St Ives First School serving the local community, alongside a choice of well regarded primary, secondary and independent schools in Ringwood and the surrounding area. Ringwood itself is just a short drive away and offers an excellent selection of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, leisure facilities and its popular weekly market.

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