Hale
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Approx 2.9 Acres with Outbuildings
- Within The New Forest National Park
- Grade II Listed
- Perfect Small Holding or Equestrian Property
Description
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a delightful Grade II Listed thatched character cottage, built circa 1830 and occupying an enviable position directly within the boundaries of the New Forest National Park, in the highly sought-after village of Hale. Set within expansive grounds of approximately 2.9 acres comprising both well-maintained grazing paddocks and mature formal gardens, this property represents a dream prospective purchase for equestrian enthusiasts, smallholders, or those seeking a quintessential countryside lifestyle with direct access to miles of open forest riding and walking trails.
While the cottage requires some cosmetic enhancement, it offers an incredible opportunity for buyers to stamp their own identity on a historic home.
Entering the cottage via the welcoming thatched entrance porch, you step into an atmospheric lounge anchored by an impressive exposed brick inglenook fireplace with a heavy timber bressumer beam. An open archway leads effortlessly into a the dining room, which in turn opens into a light-filled kitchen and breakfast room alongside an adjoining conservatory overlooking the grounds. The kitchen, dining room, and conservatory form a single-storey extension constructed with an asbestos roof.
Completing the ground floor layout is a shower room with separate W.C., as well as a substantial attached utility room and store, which presents tremendous potential to convert into extended living space, a home office or bedroom subject to obtaining the necessary consents. A staircase leads up to the first floor, where you will find two double bedrooms including a bright, dual-aspect primary bedroom enjoying picturesque elevated views over the surrounding gardens.
Outside, the property is surrounded by beautiful formal lawns with established flower beds and mature shrubs. There are expansive paddocks perfect for horses or livestock. The exceptional equestrian and storage capacity is further enhanced by an extensive range of versatile outbuildings including a garage, a former milking parlour, a dedicated workshop, and an old tractor store.
The property offers convenient access to local infrastructure and regional hubs: the historic riverside market town of Fordingbridge lies just 4 miles to the southwest, the cathedral city of Salisbury is approximately 11 miles to the north, and the city of Southampton is within easy reach around 18 miles to the southeast, making it ideal for commuters and country lovers alike.
Further benefits include UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating. Council Tax Band D
Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold (Grade II Listed)
Parking: Driveway and Garaging
Utilities:
Mains Gas
Mains Electric
Mains Water- Metered
Drainage: Mains Drainage
Broadband: Refer to ofcom website
Mobile Signal: Refer to ofcom website
Flood Risk: For more information refer to gov.uk, check long term flood risk
Lounge 4m (13'1) x 2.94m (9'8)
Dining Room 3.9m (12'10) x 2.59m (8'6)
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 4.93m (16'2) x 2.57m (8'5)
Bedroom 1 4.5m (14'9) x 3.23m (10'7)
Bedroom 2 3.28m (10'9) x 2.9m (9'6)
Utility/ Store 3.35m (11') x 2.69m (8'10)
Bathroom 2.88m (9'5) x 2.33m (7'8)
Conservatory 2.76m (9'1) x 2.75m (9'0)
ALL MEASUREMENTS QUOTED ARE APPROX. AND FOR GUIDANCE ONLY. THE FIXTURES, FITTINGS & APPLIANCES HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED AND THEREFORE NO GUARANTEE CAN BE GIVEN THAT THEY ARE IN WORKING ORDER. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CONTACT THE LOCAL AUTHORITY FOR DETAILS OF COUNCIL TAX. PHOTOGRAPHS ARE REPRODUCED FOR GENERAL INFORMATION AND IT CANNOT BE INFERRED THAT ANY ITEM SHOWN IS INCLUDED. These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not constitute an offer or form part of any contract. Solicitors are specifically requested to verify the details of our sales particulars in the pre-contract enquiries, in particular the price, local and other searches, in the event of a sale. Should your offer on this property be accepted, a Buyer Compliance Administration Fee of £42 including VAT per purchaser will be payable.
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Brochure- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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