Woodside Lane, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25

Set behind private gates, this exceptional five bedroom thatched residence is a rare example of period charm married to genuinely comfortable family living. Within easy reach of both the coast and the New Forest.

A covered porch leads into a welcoming entrance hall, with understairs storage and a downstairs cloakroom setting the tone for the quality of finish found throughout. Oak detailing and traditional touches lend the home an immediate sense of warmth.

To the left, a dual-aspect sitting room makes for a bright and characterful reception space, its exposed beams and feature fireplace, with a newly fitted Gazco log burner, offering a natural focal point. Double doors open onto the rear patio, drawing the garden into the room. A separate dining room, laid with timber-effect flooring, flows through to a striking triple-aspect sun lounge; here, generous bi-fold doors and a second Gazco burner make it a room for every season. Beyond, oak double doors open into a quiet, well-appointed home office.

The kitchen, the natural heart of the house, is finished in soft neutral tones, with a marble-effect island, Smeg range cooker, and integrated Neff dishwasher. A separate utility room houses a large American-style Samsung fridge/freezer, with additional loft storage and a discreet boiler room close by.

An engineered oak staircase rises to a first floor newly laid with quality carpet, arranged around three well-proportioned bedrooms. The first, to the rear, enjoys pleasant views over the garden towards woodland beyond; the second is similarly generous, filled with natural light. Both are served by a family bathroom finished in Porcelanosa tiling, with a walk-in shower, central bath, and heated towel rail.

The principal bedroom is a particularly fine room, with its own dressing area, walk-in wardrobe, and an elegant en-suite shower room continuing the Porcelanosa theme, complete with separate basin and WC.

The second floor offers two further substantial guest bedrooms, one a fine king-sized room with exposed beams, eaves storage, and elevated views across the garden and surrounding woodland; the other benefiting from fitted wardrobes and a cleverly concealed en-suite shower room.

The Annexe:
A superb self-contained annexe extends the accommodation further, ideal for guests, dependent relatives, or independent living. Entered through contemporary bi-fold doors, it opens into a bright, open-plan living space with vaulted ceilings, Velux windows, and engineered wood flooring throughout. The kitchen area is well equipped with integrated Bosch appliances, while the first floor offers a generous double bedroom with fitted storage and a contemporary en-suite shower room.

Externally:
The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped, including a Hampton Flower Show-standard, award-winning easi-grass lawn, and are complemented by useful ancillary buildings, including a substantial storage shed beside the annexe.

Twin Iroko hardwood gates open onto a generous block-paved driveway, with mature hedging affording excellent privacy. The frontage has been designed with low-maintenance living in mind, featuring artificial lawn, a secluded patio, and a charming brick-built well beneath a slate roof. The garden itself backs directly onto mature woodland, lending a particularly private and peaceful aspect.

A timber outbuilding with power and lighting, along with a garage currently used as a home gym, complete with electric roller door and direct garden access complete this exceptional offering.