Top Lane | Ringwood | BH24

Property Introduction

This detached home has been lovingly owned by the same family from new. Situated in a sought after residential road just moments from Ringwood town centre, it combines a peaceful setting with exceptional convenience. The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen and family room, thoughtfully extended by the current owner to create a bright and versatile living space, ideal for modern family life and entertaining. In recent months, the property has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment, including the installation of a stylish new shower room and ground floor cloakroom, fresh decoration throughout, new carpets, and significant external improvements.

Entrance Hallway

A UPVC entrance door opens into a bright and spacious hallway featuring attractive original wood block parquet flooring. Stairs rise to the first-floor landing, with a useful space underneath the stair well for coats and shoes. The hallway gives access to the principal ground floor accommodation.

Ground Floor Cloakroom

Recently refitted to a high standard, the cloakroom comprises a concealed cistern WC, a vanity unit with inset ceramic wash hand basin and mixer tap, illuminated mirror above, and parquet flooring continuing seamlessly from the entrance hall.

Kitchen/Family Room

The open-plan kitchen/family room has been thoughtfully designed to create the heart of the home. The kitchen is fitted with a range of contemporary shaker-style wall and base units complemented by generous work surfaces. There is space for a range cooker with extractor hood above, a freestanding dishwasher, washing machine and American-style fridge/freezer, together with a stainless steel double sink positioned beneath a side-aspect window. The adjoining family area benefits from underfloor heating and offers excellent space for both dining and everyday living. Sliding glazed doors open directly onto the rear patio, making this an ideal space for entertaining while enjoying views across the beautifully landscaped west-facing garden.

Sitting Room

A spacious and characterful reception room enjoying dual aspects to the front and rear, allowing an abundance of natural light throughout. French doors with glazed side panels open directly onto the rear patio and landscaped garden, creating an excellent connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces. A feature Parkray wood-burning stove, set on a tiled hearth with brick surround and timber mantel, forms an attractive focal point, while the room offers ample space for sofas and additional freestanding furniture.

Dining Room

Open to the sitting room, the dining room enjoys a front-aspect window and continues the attractive parquet flooring. Offering ample space for a six to eight-seater dining table and chairs, this versatile room could also be enclosed with internal doors and accessed independently from the hallway, creating an ideal fourth bedroom, home office or additional reception room if required.

First Floor Landing

Recently carpeted stairs lead to a bright first-floor landing providing access to all bedrooms and the shower room. A loft hatch gives access to the roof space, while the airing cupboard houses the hot water cylinder and boiler, together with useful linen shelving.

Bedroom 1

A generous principal bedroom situated at the front of the property, enjoying excellent natural light from a large double-glazed window. The room provides ample space for a king-size bed and freestanding bedroom furniture.

Bedroom 2

A spacious double bedroom overlooking the rear garden, offering pleasant views and benefiting from built in wardrobes.

Bedroom 3

A well-proportioned small double or generous single bedroom enjoying a rear aspect over the garden. The room benefits from fitted alcove shelving and hanging rails, making excellent use of the available space.

Shower Room

Recently refitted with a contemporary suite comprising a low level WC, wall-mounted ceramic wash hand basin with vanity drawers beneath, illuminated mirror over, and a spacious walk-in shower enclosure featuring a rainfall shower head, separate handheld attachment and recessed tiled storage niche. The room is finished with tiled walls, laminate flooring and a chrome heated towel rail.

Summerhouse / Studio

A superb addition to the property, the recently installed garden chalet provides an incredibly versatile space. Accessed via double-glazed doors opening onto a partially covered decking area, the building benefits from power and lighting and is ideal as a home office, studio, bar, entertaining space, gym or hobby room.

Garage / Workshop

The former double garage has been converted into a substantial workshop offering excellent flexibility. Complete with power and lighting, it provides superb storage or could be utilised as a home gym, games room or additional workspace.

Externally

To the front, the property is is approached via a combination of shingle and concrete driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles. A brick boundary wall and fenced borders create an attractive frontage, while a storm porch shelters the entrance door. A gated side access leads through to the rear garden.

The landscaped rear garden has been thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining. A generous patio extends directly from both the kitchen/family room and sitting room, leading onto a central lawn framed by raised brick planting beds. Beyond lies the detached summerhouse/studio and workshop, while an additional raised decking area and vegetable beds provide further seating and growing space. Enclosed by mature fencing, the garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and a sunny aspect throughout much of the day.

Location

This well-positioned family home is conveniently situated in a quiet location within easy walking distance to the bustling market town of Ringwood. Located on the western edge of the New Forest, at a crossing point of the River Avon, Ringwood s popularity continues to increase thanks to its brilliant schools, pubs, restaurants and boutique shops local schools. Offering a great range of educational, recreational and retail facilities the area also profits from easy access to commuter routes. There are mainline train stations and international airports at Bournemouth and Southampton and Ringwood also offers a major coach and bus station with the National Express coaches travelling regularly to London and its airports. The golden sands of Bournemouth beaches and the New Forest National Park are also within easy reach.

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.