An incredibly sought after location, adjacent to Avon Castle, a carriage driveway and wonderful mature plot of 0.36 acres, are just a few features of this outstanding, detached family home which has recently undergone an extensive schedule of sympathetic & very stylish improvements and extension.The hub of this impressive home is a simply superb, open plan, full-width kitchen/dining /day room. This fantastic space is bathed in natural light from three large lantern skylights, two sets of bi-fold doors and supplemented by subtle, indirect Lutron style mood lighting.The kitchen area has been thoughtfully designed with Fitzroy shaker style units with smooth, quartz contrasting worktops/upstands and integrated appliances. These include a fridge freezer dishwasher and wine cooler. Central to the cooking space is a beautiful electric twin oven Aga.The remainder of the space is divided into a lovely dining room, sitting room with Dru feature gas fire and further peaceful seating area.Briefly completing the ground floor accommodation is a welcoming, galleried reception hall, two further reception/sitting rooms, both with feature fireplaces, a downstairs wc and very useful utility room with supplementary electric hob and oven (should you decide not to use the Aga on occasions).The first floor lies host to five spacious double bedrooms, all having superb, contemporary style en-suite bath/shower rooms and two having dressing areas, vaulted ceilings and feature windows. All benefit from useful built-in storage/wardrobes.This fine home further benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, CCTV security and an alarm system.Outside are established, landscaped gardens that extend to around 170 ft in length, with a full width paved terrace, perfect for outdoor entertaining and accessed by two sets of bi-fold doors from the kitchen/living space. The gardens are enclosed by a mixture of fencing, trees and shrubs, providing high levels of privacy and seclusion, being primarily laid to lawn with flower and shrub beds.To the front is extensive parking/turning and a carriage driveway that leads to the double garage.Olveston House borders on the edge of the mature wooded area of Avon Castle the property is conveniently located on the outskirts of the market town of Ringwood with excellent transportation links to the major centres of Bournemouth, Poole, Salisbury and Southampton. There are mainline train stations and international airports at Bournemouth and Southampton. For sailing enthusiasts resorts can be found at Poole, Christchurch and Lymington. The golden sands of Bournemouth beaches and the New Forest National Park are also within easy reach.Council tax band: G Dorset (east Dorset|)energy performance rating: Cagents notes: The heating system, mains and appliances have not been tested by Hearnes Estate Agents. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and do not form part of the contract.

An impressive property, offered to the market for the first time in 66 years, situated in a sought after location in the heart of the New Forest, with stunning elevated views across the surrounding countryside. The property further benefits from a beautifully maintained gardens and outbuildings including a double garage and triple car port as well as potential for enlargement (STPP). Epr: EOne Acre is located mid way between Burley and Burley Street with some of the New Forest's loveliest heathland views a short walk away. It is also close to the amenities of Burley, a delightful New Forest village, and yet it is only a short drive to Picket Post on the A31. The New Forest is ideally situated to make full use of all the wonderful facilities the forest has to offer, whether it be sailing at nearby Lymington (12 miles) or golf at Burley or one of the many courses in the area including nearby Brockenhurst with its mainline railway station (8 miles, Waterloo 90 minutes) The market town of Ringwood is but a short drive away (5 miles). The larger shopping towns of Southampton (20 miles) to the east and Bournemouth (16 miles) to the west, both with their airports, are easily accessible.Upon entering into the entrance hall directly to the left is the downstairs cloak room with low level WC and hand wash basin. From here entering through into the hall where access can be gained to all principal rooms on this floor and the staircase leading to the first floor. Directly to the right, through glass double doors is the good sized dining room with a double aspect views to the garden and the surrounding fields beyond. Leading on from the dining room is the store room which was previously utilised as a play room and provides access to the rear garden.To the left of the hall is the sitting room with triple aspect views to the front side and rear of the property which provides an abundance of natural light. The sitting room further benefits from a feature fireplace with working open fire and double doors providing access to the under cover terraced area at the front of the property and the garden beyond.Further to this level is the kitchen which benefits from high and low level storage units, aga, ceramic hob, built in sink and larder with single aspect views. From the kitchen access can also be gained to the rear garden.To the first floor is the principle bedroom with an abundance of built in storage and views to the front of the property. On this level are another three good sized bedrooms, two of which have built in wardrobes and stunning views over the surrounding fields and serviced by the family bathroom with WC, hand wash basin and built in bath.Double wooden gates open onto a sweeping gravel drive, bordered with mature shrubs and trees. The drive way leads to the front and side of the property which houses a good sized double garage and triple car port. This property features a wrap around garden being laid to lawn and interspersed with beautifully maintained beds, shrubs and trees, including a pond with rockery. The garden further benefits from a garden shed and a timber summer house.

Fine & Country New Forest are delighted to introduce Three Beeches, a beautifully presented countryside home located in The New Forest village of Burley.What is immediately noticeable on arrival at Three Beeches is the sense of privacy and tranquillity. The property benefits from direct forest access and is a peaceful haven. Free from any modern disturbances, it is nonethelesssurprisingly accessible to the wonderful village centre of Burley, located just over a mile away, arguably one of the most beautiful and sought-after villages in The New Forest.The property enjoys a tranquil location on Bisterne Close and is set behind a 5-bar timbre gate with a long gravel driveway that opens out to a spacious parking area for a number of vehicles and access to a garage.The property has been beautifully modernised and extended with exposed timber cladding and is extremely private.Upon entering the property, it instantly has the feel of an elegant, charming country home. The reception hallway leads into a spacious kitchen/dining area that looks out over the garden which is mainly laid to lawn.The kitchen/dining area is a fantastic space with a generous amount of worktop space and storage units. The kitchen has a butler-style sink, integrated dishwasher and space for a gas Rangemaster cooker and an American doublefridge freezer.Designed in an ‘l’shape, the dining area in the kitchen enjoys an outlook over the garden and has bi-folding doors to provide direct access to the garden and the outside seating area, ideal for alfresco dining. The kitchen/dining room is anexcellent area to socialise and entertain and is described by the owners as the ‘hub of the home’.To the right of the hallway is the dining room which leads into the sitting room which has a feature log burner and a pleasant view out over the garden.On the ground floor there is also a w/c and a utility area that leads through to the study.On the first floor there are 4 double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The spacious master bedroom is particularly impressive with exposed wooden beams, fitted wardrobes and a dressing area.The ensuite bathroom is complete with a walk-in shower, w/c and a hand basin.Bedroom 2 also benefits from an ensuite shower room with a w/c and hand basin.Three Beeches is set in a simply stunning location within the most beautiful area of the Forest. This really is a quiet and tranquil inner Forest location with open woodland and meadows surrounding.The surrounding towns and villages are equally pretty with the popular sailing town of Lymingtonlocated approximately (10 miles) away aswell as Brockenhurst with its mainline railway stationto London Waterloo which is approximately (7 miles away, London Waterloo 90 mins by train.)The market town of Ringwood is only a short drive away (5 miles) with the larger shopping towns of Southampton (20 miles) to the east and Bournemouth (16 miles) to the west, both with their airports are easily accessible.Close to the house are stunning horse rides and country walks. The village of Burley is steepedin history. Ponies and cattle roam freely through the village following ancient forest tracks thathave been used for centuries by Commoners and their livestock. This village is one of the few remaining that still practices the old tradition of Commoning, which allows animals to graze onthe open forest. Burley is one of the most popular villages within the New Forest and visitors areoffered a wealth of attractions which include tea rooms, traditional inns and pubs, wagonetterides (in season), bike hire, forest walks, horse riding, the famous Burley Ice Cream and even acider farmServicesPrivate DrainageMains WaterMains Gas

***no forward chain*** An impressive five bedroom detached country house, set in approximately 4 acres of parkland gardens with views of the surrounding countryside. This desirable 1930’s home offers tremendous potential to extend STPP and is approached by a long sweeping drive and has the benefit of nearby access to the New Forest.The property is situated in a semi-rural location within the New Forest National Park, offering thousands of acres of natural heath and woodland, ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding. The property is within the Ringwood School catchment area. Ringwood is approximately one mile distant, offering a comprehensive range of shops and facilities. This old market town is positioned on the edge of the New Forest, yet is just ten minutes drive to the coast and also has easy access to the A31, with London, Southampton and Winchester in one direction and Bournemouth in the other. It is an increasingly popular destination for home hunters; the old cattle market has been transformed into a stylish shopping quarter with names such as Aga, Hobbs, Joules, Waitrose and Waterstones, and a programme of events that includes live music and farmers’ markets. The adjacent high street has retained its character, with a traditional weekly market and a selection of independents, a new artisan bakery, and a variety of decent eateries such as Framptons and Noisy Lobster. Families are attracted by the sense of community and highly regarded secondary school (its sixth form provision rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted). For commuters the A338 provides a link to the larger coastal towns of Bournemouth and Christchurch (approximately 10 miles), and the city of Salisbury (approximately 18 miles).- Generous kitchen/breakfast room with aga, a range of built in base wall and draw units with granite roll top work surfaces over- Built in kitchen appliances include Bosch double electric oven and grill, space for American style fridge/freezer, separate utility room with additional storage and plumbing for washing machine and dryer- Additional reception room/study and second study perfect for working from home- Triple aspect living room with fireplace- A separate dining room with French doors leading out onto the terrace and gardens- Stairs from main hall to staircase which lead to first floor accommodation- Three first floor bedrooms, two of which have ensuites- Master bedroom with impressive walk in dressing room and ensuite bathroom with a four piece suite- Stairs leading to two second floor bedrooms and an ensuite bathroom with three piece suite- Electric remote controlled wrought iron gates which lead to a superb tree lined drive which accesses a large turnaround and parking forecourt- Opposite the house is a useful studio/office which lends itself for working from home- quadruple garage and an adjoining tractor store- The grounds, which are approximately 4 acres, are laid out in a parkland setting with surrounding sweeping lawns interspersed with individual trees, shrubs and some ground covering plants- Two paddocks, one of which benefits from from a field shelter- There is a tennis court to the rear of the property

Beacon Corner is a delightful home offering an abundance of traditional features typically found in a New Forest dwelling and have been in the family for over 35 years. The residence presents four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, 3 reception rooms and garden room as well as vast off road parking and spectacular southerly facing grounds of over half an acre.Ground floorUpon entering the property, you are greeted with a classic octagonal tiled floor hallway which guides you to the three sizeable reception rooms all of which feature a traditional fireplace and glorious outlook onto the grounds with the sitting room and drawing room enjoying a dual aspect. The dining room is of perfect size with ample space for dining table and chairs as well as side units and the elegant drawing room embraces an abundance of character including a bay window seating area for the ideal place to unwind. Situated under the impressive staircase is the ground floor cloakroom consisting of a traditional Victorian style ‘Sanitan’ toilet and wash hand basin. The generous family kitchen/breakfast room gravitates the eye to the large central island completed with black granite work surface, wall and base units, an aga and integrated Miele applicants including but not limited to a combination oven and coffee station. In extension the kitchen/breakfast there is a separate boot/laundry room and pantry which only adds to this charming home. Completing the ground floor is the exquisite garden room boasting of a triple aspect of the grounds, feature wooden beams in keeping with the rest of the property and doors leading to the rear patio and garden.First floorThe galleried landing offers access to all first floor rooms and has a window to the side aspect allowing a bright and airy feel throughout. The master bedroom offers views over the rear garden through a large bay window and benefits from a feature fireplace and separate dressing room with built in floor to ceiling wardrobes and vanity table presenting plenty of storage. The second bedroom again benefits from a rear aspect and a range of fitted wardrobes and drawers. The third and fourth bedrooms are both doubles, the third features two fitted shelving units in the alcoves and the fourth benefits from eaves storage. Servicing these rooms is the family bathroom comprising of a freestanding eagle claw bath, double walk in shower cubicle, heated towel rail and a Laura Ashely wash hand basin. Further to this, there is a separate cloakroom and separate shower room with a corner shower cubicles and wash hand basin with shelving beneath.Sitting Room (4.74 x 4.02 (15'6" x 13'2"))Dining Room (4.70 x 4.00 (15'5" x 13'1"))Drawing Room (7.79 x 4.00 (25'6" x 13'1"))Kitchen/Breakfast Room (5.53 x 5.48 (18'1" x 17'11"))Garden Room (6.27 x 3.80 (20'6" x 12'5"))Boot Room (2.75 x 1.58 (9'0" x 5'2"))Master Bedroom (4.56 x 4.00 (14'11" x 13'1"))Dressing Room (3.45 x 2.06 (11'3" x 6'9"))Bedroom 2 (4.74 x 3.45 (15'6" x 11'3"))Bedroom 3 (4.69 x 4.00 (15'4" x 13'1"))Bedroom 4 (4.18 x 3.73 (13'8" x 12'2"))Summerhouse (4.79 x 2.96 (15'8" x 9'8"))Greenhouse (3.29 x 2.37 (10'9" x 7'9"))Garage (5.85 x 5.31 (19'2" x 17'5"))OutsideArriving at the property via a five bar wooden gate and cattle grid instantly reminds you of the rural New Forest setting. The gravel driveway is surrounded by trees and Rhododendrons and leads to ample off road parking for 5+ vehicles as well as the double garage which includes a utility room and cloakroom and has a good sized Greenhouse attached at the rear. With a wrap around garden there is access for both sides of the property. As you enter between the garage and residence you are immediately taken aback by the picturesque wisteria entwined wooden walkway with a quaint wooden summerhouse located at the end. Adjacent to the garden room is a suntrap patio area and a path leading to the rear of the property. At the rear you will find the superbly maintained garden of three rose beds surrounded by grass and bordered by shingle with a timber arch way and steps leading to an additional lawned area. Throughout the grounds, there is an array of mature plant beds, shrubs and trees completing this captivating property and grounds.

Huge potential - arts & crafts style house situated on approx 10 acres with potential to extend subject to planning. Stables, double garage with office over. Outdoor pool, Lots of character, unique with beams & oak flooring.There is a spacious hallway with wooden flooring & a cloakroom/wc. To the right of the hall there is a large sitting room with an open fireplace, beamed ceiling and access into the garden room area which is a perfect place to sit & admire the beautiful grounds.Adjacent is the dining room which is also full of character with further beamed ceilings, there is another open fireplace and wood flooring which are also provided in the adjoining study. The Kitchen/breakfast room has base and wall units, a double oven Aga, Neff electric hob and a built-in fridge.The first-floor landing provides access to four bedrooms, all of which have wardrobes, two of which are particularly large with delightful views over the gardens and paddocks, one being the master which has an en-suite bathroom/wc and a fireplace.To the side of the main house there is double garage with an office/games rooms over with access from a ground floor hallway which also provides access to a utility area, wc & shower.Meadow Croft is located in Hangersley, one of the most prestigious and sought after locations in the New Forest. Hangersley is only a few minutes drive into the historic market town of Ringwood, which still benefits from an active Highstreet, with a traditional butchers, bakers, haberdashery etc. The Forest is within a few minutes walk and Ringwood is well known for its quality schools, with this property sitting comfortably within catchments for both primary and secondary. Linford bottom is just five minutes away and can be accessed via a footpath at the entrance of the lane.For the commuter, there is easy access onto the A31 providing direct links to the larger coastal towns of Christchurch and Bournemouth (via the A338) and Southampton (via the M27). There are International airports at Bournemouth and Southampton and the M27 and M3 make it easy to connect to other parts of the country.The property is approached via a tarmac driveway to a turning circle with a circular bed in the middle with a delightful mature Acer.The rear garden has a large expanse of lawn with mature trees and shrubs, a rather magnificent Cherry tree and there is patio, shed, greenhouse, fruit cage, two stables, a tack room with fenced paddocks behind. To one side there are further fenced paddocks and a large open barn. To the other side there is a private hedged area with a heated swimming pool with pumphouse behind and some fruit trees.The property is situated in a delightful sought after private location and would make a perfect family home.New Forest Council Tax Band G.

Fine & Country New Forest are delighted to introduce Castle Hill House, a beautifully presented countryside home located in the wonderful New Forest village of Burley.The property is set in approximately 1.25 acres and benefits from 6 bedrooms, up to 6 reception rooms, outbuildings, garages and stables . The property offers extremely flexible accommodation and is perfectly suited for multi-generationalliving.The property is approached via an area of forest track which provides access to an electric vehicular gate. The gate leads down the side of the house where there is ample parking for a number of vehicles aswell as access to the doublegarage.Benefiting from direct access to the open forest, this property is located approximately 1 mile from the centre of Burley which is arguably one of themost sought-after in The New Forest.Upon entering the property, it instantly has the feel of an elegant, charming country home which is flooded with natural light due to it being south-facing.The front door opens into a generous reception hall which provides access to a ground-floor cloakroom and the rear porch.The reception hallway leads through to the dining room which enjoys delightful views out over the gardens. The dining room naturally flows into the kitchen which has a beautiful cream gas fired Aga which creates an attractive focal point to the room. The kitchen includes an electric hob and extractor and a generous number of kitchen units. The kitchen leads on through to a good-sized utility and side access outside.Continuing on from the dining area there is a sitting room that also enjoys views out over the garden and features an attractive bay window and French doors to the garden.On the first floor there are four double rooms, two of which have ensuites and built-in wardrobes. There is a separate shower room to serve bedrooms 3 and 4 and all the bedrooms have a superb outlook over the garden. The master bedroom also benefits from a balcony.Continuing on from the reception hall on the ground floor there is a family room that leads on through to what is currently used as a home office which could easily be used as a seventh bedroom. There is a second staircase from the family room which leads to two further bedrooms and a bathroom. This end of the house is perfectly designed for multi-generational living. This end of the property also has a spacious utility room which could become a second kitchenaswell as a w/c and boot room with direct access to the garden.Due to the versatile layout of the property, it would lend itself should someone require a house and income. The current owners have let out the two bedrooms on the east side of the house aswell as the room above the garage via Airbnb to generate an income of £8,500-£9,000 per/month.At the rear of the property, there is a spacious patio area almost stretching the width of thehouse which is an excellent area for alfresco dining and entertaining. The patio area enjoys adelightful outlook over the garden and paddocks. The garden incorporates an ornamental pond,and a plethora of mature trees and shrubs making the house and garden extremely private. From the far corner of one of the paddocks there is a 5 bar timber gate providing access to the open forest where you can enjoy the wonderful walking and riding routes.To one corner of the garden there are two stables, a large barn and a separate tack room. Subjectto the necessary consents these rooms could be converted to an office/additional accommodationif required. The spacious double garage has electric up and over doors, a gardeners cloakroom and an internal staircase that leads to a games room.

Fine & Country New Forest are delighted to introduce Castle Hill House, a beautifully presented countryside home located in the wonderful New Forest village of Burley.The property is set in approximately 1.25 acres and benefits from 6 bedrooms, up to 6 reception rooms, outbuildings, garages and stables . The property offers extremely flexible accommodation and is perfectly suited for multi-generationalliving.The property is approached via an area of forest track which provides access to an electric vehicular gate. The gate leads down the side of the house where there is ample parking for a number of vehicles aswell as access to the doublegarage.Benefiting from direct access to the open forest, this property is located approximately 1 mile from the centre of Burley which is arguably one of themost sought-after in The New Forest.Upon entering the property, it instantly has the feel of an elegant, charming country home which is flooded with natural light due to it being south-facing.The front door opens into a generous reception hall which provides access to a ground-floor cloakroom and the rear porch.The reception hallway leads through to the dining room which enjoys delightful views out over the gardens. The dining room naturally flows into the kitchen which has a beautiful cream gas fired Aga which creates an attractive focal point to the room. The kitchen includes an electric hob and extractor and a generous number of kitchen units. The kitchen leads on through to a good-sized utility and side access outside.Continuing on from the dining area there is a sitting room that also enjoys views out over the garden and features an attractive bay window and French doors to the garden.On the first floor there are four double rooms, two of which have ensuites and built-in wardrobes. There is a separate shower room to serve bedrooms 3 and 4 and all the bedrooms have a superb outlook over the garden. The master bedroom also benefits from a balcony.Continuing on from the reception hall on the ground floor there is a family room that leads on through to what is currently used as a home office which could easily be used as a seventh bedroom. There is a second staircase from the family room which leads to two further bedrooms and a bathroom. This end of the house is perfectly designed for multi-generational living. This end of the property also has a spacious utility room which could become a second kitchenaswell as a w/c and boot room with direct access to the garden.Due to the versatile layout of the property, it would lend itself should someone require a house and income. The current owners have let out the two bedrooms on the east side of the house aswell as the room above the garage via Airbnb to generate an income of £8,500-£9,000 per/month.At the rear of the property, there is a spacious patio area almost stretching the width of thehouse which is an excellent area for alfresco dining and entertaining. The patio area enjoys adelightful outlook over the garden and paddocks. The garden incorporates an ornamental pond,and a plethora of mature trees and shrubs making the house and garden extremely private. From the far corner of one of the paddocks there is a 5 bar timber gate providing access to the open forest where you can enjoy the wonderful walking and riding routes.To one corner of the garden there are two stables, a large barn and a separate tack room. Subjectto the necessary consents these rooms could be converted to an office/additional accommodationif required. The spacious double garage has electric up and over doors, a gardeners cloakroom and an internal staircase that leads to a games room.

A simply sensational residence that is situated in one of Avon Castle’s premier roads having recently been largely rebuilt and remodelled using some of the finest materials to create an architecturally impressive home. Set on a plot approaching 2/3rd of an acre, the property sits in almost complete privacy and benefits from stunning vaulted ceilings through, ensuring every space is a unique and eye-catching area. Epr: CThe property is situated in a highly regarded and quiet road within Avon Castle, conveniently located just west of Ringwood which is an historic market town offering excellent shopping, good sporting and recreational facilities and schools which have high Ofsted ratings. For commuters the A31 is nearby and provides direct routes to Bournemouth (west) and Southampton (east). The M27 and M3 will take you to London which is approximately 2 hours travelling. The New Forest is also nearby with thousands of acres of heath and woodland. The coastal towns of Lymington and Poole also provide excellent yachting facilities with two well known marinas. Bournemouth International Airport is only approximately 15 minutes’ drive away. Heatmiser area and WiFi controlled underfloor heating system? Ideal System Boiler? Oak flooring throughout? Oak staircase with glass balustrading with recessed LED lighting to the boarders and stairwell skylight? LED lighting throughout the remainder? Ash grey oak veneered doors throughout? Centralised modern style double height LED chandelier? Cat 6 cabling throughout accessed via a rack mounted media cupboard? Fibre Optic Open Reach broadband connection? Double glazed anthracite grey aluminium windows throughoutKitchen & Utility Spec? Kitchen Haus fully handle less bespoke German kitchen? 30mm Quartz Worktop? 3 metre centralised island with waterfall quartz tops? 2 X Neff Single Ovens, Neff Combination Microwave Oven, Neff Coffee machine, Neff full height fridge, Neff Full height freezer, Neff dishwasher? Wine cooler to the island? Accent style LED lighting to the entirety of the kitchen space? Kitchen Haus fitted utility with quartz work surface to accommodate stand alone appliances and leads through to a ground floor cloakroom? Quooker hot tapFirst Floor? Fully carpeted? LED lighting throughout? Laufen bathrooms furniture bespoke fitted to all en suites? Porcelain tiles fully fitted to all bathroom and shower suites? Composite decking and privacy glass balustrading to the balconies featuring decking lighting? A collection of full height feature windows? Vaulted ceilings to bedrooms 2,3 and 4 as well as the main landing space? Glass balustrading to galleried landing? Pir censored walkway lighting to landing and bathroom spaces? Double glazed anthracite grey aluminium windows throughout? Fully automated electric gates with intercom system? Graveled driveway? Electrically operated insulated sectional garage doors? Time censored outside lighting? Fully landscaped garden with mature planting, hedging and new lawns throughout? 280sqm of Porcelain patio laid at front and rear of the property including a bespoke pathway to the garage blocks pedestrian entrance? Low level curved front wall with a smooth rendered finish to enclose the front garden? Slate tiled Roof with Zinc fascia’s, soffits and downpipes and architectural details? Ancillary home office / annexe with fully fitted kitchen, shower and WC

Approx. 15.5 acres..Edwardian grandeur restored with style, offered with no chain. The property, with outbuildings, stretches to approximately 5200 square feet with the ability to extend further stpp. Meticulously refurbished in recent years striking a perfect balance between the historic character and features and the comfort of modern living. Surrounded by grounds encompassing a tennis court, parterre garden, wildlife pond, substantial vegetable garden, orchard and paddocks, with the backdrop of far-reaching views.The HouseFairfields was built in 1903 and showcases original Edwardian features including cornice, architraves, skirting boards, and polished wood floors.The entirety of its infrastructure has been restored to its original splendour whilst ensuring it meets modern living requirements having been fully re-wired, re-plumbed and an alarm system installed. The renovation also included the replacement of all rooves and chimneys.Arranged over two floors and approaching 4,000 sq. Ft of accommodation, the home is immersed in character, from the high ceilings and cast iron radiators to the easy rise staircase with hand-stitched runner and dyed carpet on the first floor to match.On entering you are welcomed by an impressive reception foyer which invitingly sets the tone. From here there is access to the second sitting room which is partially hexagonal in shape with views across the southern section of garden. This room enjoys a log burner and provides access to the original wood-framed garden room, which features a pitched roof. The garden room already benefits from planning permission to replace and extend.The main part of the hall and what was once the original entrance features wood parquet flooring, refurbished and polished to perfection. There is access from the hall to the main, dual aspect, sitting room, where there’s a limestone fireplace with an inset log burner, access to the above garden room and views across the main lawns.Also accessed from the hall is the dual aspect dining room which, again, has a traditional finish, with polished wood floors and an Edwardian fireplace with tile inlay. An alcove seating area adds another dimension to the room, where evenings can be spent admiring views of dramatic sunsets.The bespoke kitchen/breakfast room was fitted only 3 years ago and offers a range of high-quality cabinetry arranged around a large central island with coordinating granite worksurfaces. Integrated appliances include an electric 5-oven, Total Control, aga, Miele dishwasher, Miele combination oven, and free-standing American-style fridge/freezer.The kitchen space is tastefully finished with tiled flagstone flooring, customized backlighting, and a double butler sink fitted with a Quooker tap, this room epitomises the blend of original and new design.As well as the dining room the kitchen connects to a convenient utility room, equally well fitted, as well as access to an inner lobby and walk-in larder, with bespoke cabinets and granite worktops which complement the kitchen. Completing the ground floor is a deep-set boot room with bespoke oak shelving and storage space, an elegantly designed WC and stone steps that descend into the cellar from the main hallway.On the first floor the elegance continues offering five double, light-filled bedrooms, and a sixth bedroom/study. The principal bedroom is impressively sized and benefits from an ensuite bathroom with Perrin & Rowe washbasin and a Victoria + Albert claw foot bathtub. The second bedroom also enjoys stylish ensuite shower facilities.The remaining bedrooms have the choice of a separate porcelain tile shower room with Perrin & Rowe suite or the contemporary, Porcelanosa tiled bathroom, with a freestanding Victoria + Albert bathtub and separate shower. The landing receives additional light from the Edwardian roof light and provides access to a storage room where fitted stairs rise to the attic. This large attic space offers the potential to extend STPP.Additional to the main house is the converted garages and stable. This additional indoor space offers a spacious and versatile area, it is currently a games room and bar and has a WC and mezzanine level. Recently fitted porcelain paving adjoins this outbuilding and incorporates a millstone water feature along with an area prepped for a wood-fired hot tub It has views across the paddocks and enjoys the sun late into Summer evenings.Fairfields is enviably located in a semi-rural location on the outskirts of Ringwood and within the New Forest National Park and in walking distance of the open forest. The historic market town of Ringwood boasts a comprehensive range of facilities, including a wide selection of independent and high street shops, a number of restaurants, two health and fitness clubs and excellent public and private schools. The beautiful New Forest National Park offers over 10,000 acres of heath and woodland and is a haven for outdoor pursuits including cycling, walking, and horse riding.For the commuter there is easy access onto the A31 providing direct links to the larger coastal town of Bournemouth (via the A338) and harbour city of Southampton (via the M27), both Bournemouth and Southampton provide direct train links to London. There are also international airports at Bournemouth and Southampton and the M27 and M3 make it easy to connect to other parts of the country.Fairfields is on approximately 4 acres and there is approximately 11.5 acres of agricultural, grazing and woodland on a seperate title adjoining, there are 2 seperate access points and access can be provided from Fairfields as well. There will be an overage clause of 25% for 25 years on the 11.5 acres.The quality and design does not stop once you step outside the house, with sweeping lawns and landscaped areas threaded with meandering pathways, ample paddocks and an orchard. A particular feature is the parterre garden, occupied by an ornamental arrangement of flower beds and the wildlife pond beyond, which in turn leads to what was once a piggery and a further stable and store. Another desirable feature is the picket-fenced vegetable garden with raised sleepers and a greenhouse.Entertainment is a strong theme throughout this property with a tennis court and extensive patio area, making it an ideal family home or country retreat. The grounds are well supported by several outbuildings, including an extensive timber-framed log store.Positioned prominently but enjoying complete privacy, the property is approached via a five-bar gate onto a long driveway which leads to a substantial gravel courtyard/parking area, which has the benefit of a pod point charging unit, outbuildings and a car port.ServicesMains gas, electric and waterPrivate sewerageCouncil Tax Band: GEPC: F (prior to all renovation work).Council Tax Band G

Avondale House is a magnificent architecturally designed detached family home which is situated within the much sought-after exclusive private estate of Avon Castle. This individual home offers in excess of 8,000sqft of accommodation, made up of six generous bedrooms, four reception rooms, seven bathrooms and an impressive indoor swimming pool complex. Set within established landscaped gardens in this stunning sylvan setting, this desirable home is ideally situated on the border of the Avon Valley and within a few minutes’ drive of the renowned New Forest National Park and Ringwood, a popular market town with a range of high street shops and supermarkets.Avon Castle is an exclusive residential area set in the beautiful Avon Valley which borders the charming market town of Ringwood. Still home to the stunning castle, today Avon Castle is known as an up market private residential area where many of the mid-20th century properties have been replaced with substantial architect designed homes. The exquisite location is accessed along an established rhododendron-lined drive, offering the feeling of seclusion and privacy, yet is conveniently situated just one and a half miles west of Ringwood with excellent road links.Ringwood is positioned on the edge of the New Forest, yet is just a short drive from the coast. It is an increasingly popular destination for home hunters having undergone a re-identification; the old cattle market has been transformed into a stylish shopping quarter with names such as Aga, Hobbs, Joules, Waitrose and Waterstones. The adjacent high street has retained its character, with a traditional weekly market and a selection of independent and high street shops, cafes and restaurants. For the commuter, the cities of Salisbury and Southampton are easily reached via the A338 and the A31 and London is just an hour away via a train from Southampton Parkway. The larger shopping towns of Bournemouth (10 miles south) and Southampton (20 miles east), both of which have airports that are easily accessible.The property is entered via a portico entrance which leads to an impressive reception hall, which is undoubtedly a focal point of this stunning home. Highly polished porcelain tiled floors approach a beautiful solid oak staircase which rises to the fully galleried first-floor landing. Leading off from the reception hall is a ground-floor cloakroom, a walk-in cloaks cupboard and a broom cupboard. The formal dining room features triple arched windows and lies to the front aspect with connecting doors leading through to the adjacent living room. The living room benefits from a pleasant aspect which overlooks the private landscaped rear gardens, additionally there are double French doors leading out onto the rear terrace and gardens. Situated to the rear of the property is the stunning open-plan kitchen and breakfast room with a bright and airy adjoining orangery with a triple aspect offering panoramic views over the private gardens and terrace. The kitchen is finished in a classical style and offers a superb range of base, wall and drawer units with generous granite work tops over and a useful concealed walk-in pantry. The built-in appliances include a range style cooker, a central island unit, an inset twin bowl sink unit with a brushed chrome monobloc, an integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer and a wine chiller. A separate utility room provides additional base, wall and drawer units with matching work tops and space for additional appliances, such as a washing machine and tumble dryer. The family/media room has the potential to create a TV room or cinema room. Also situated on the ground-floor is the bright and spacious indoor swimming pool complex which boasts an impressive tiled swimming pool with an electric cover and tiled surround and a pool room which comprises a three-piece suite, including a shower. A rear lobby leads to the generously sized integral double garage - stairs rise to a mezzanine level, currently being utilised as a gym overlooking the swimming pool. There is a guest bedroom situated above the garage that benefits from an adjoining en-suite bathroom with built-in bedroom furniture. The first-floor galleried landing gives access to five spacious bedrooms, with bedrooms one, two and three comprising walk-in wardrobes. The master bedroom suite comprises, a dressing room, a large walk-in wardrobe and a quality en-suite bathroom with a five-piece contemporary suite. From the first floor, the stairway continues to the second floor which is currently being utilised as a games room and has a vaulted ceiling and also provides access to the loft space and additional storage.The property is approached via a tall set of electric gates giving access to the long and sweeping paviour driveway, providing a large parking forecourt for numerous vehicles and providing further access to the integral double garage which has electric roller doors. There is also a second entrance and driveway providing additional parking. As you approach the property, the original single garage is on the right-hand side and is surrounded by additional parking. The gardens are attractively landscaped and offer much privacy, a large rear terrace extends along the rear of the property, bordered by flower and shrub beds. Steps lead up from the terrace area to the raised lawn area. The gardens are bordered by mature trees, hedging and a selection of ground covering plants.

Exceptional family residence situated in complete privacy spanning over 8200 sq ft.DescriptionSavills are delighted to offer for sale this beautifully appointed substantial family residence located in a prime position on a very sought after and quiet road. This magnificent home offers an impressive 8291 sq ft of luxury accommodation, including a superb family space, six bedrooms, indoor pool and gym, plus a double garage and ample parking.Avondale House was originally built in 2011, constructed using high quality materials, a super specification throughout and a great deal of attention to detail. The current owners have owned the property since new and present the property extremely well.Internally the property boasts an exceptional accommodation which due to the intelligently designed floor plan, is incredibly versatile and could suit a wide range of buyers. Throughout the property there are lots of large windows flooding the home with natural light.On entry you are greeted with a palatial entrance hallway with a stunning central staircase. From here you have access into all of the very well-proportioned rooms including kitchen/breakfast/day room, separate dining room, formal reception room, media room, indoor pool, utility and guest WC’s. Upstairs consists of the large main bedroom with dressing room and well-appointed en suite plus an additional five bedrooms (four of which have their own en suites and two also have dressing rooms) and finally the mezzanine gym which is a great, bright and airy space overlooking the pool and garden. The top floor of this home is a multipurpose space but is currently a games room.Externally the grounds are well looked after with garden features and many different areas to enjoy and dine alfresco in peace and privacy. The garden wraps around the property and has been beautifully landscaped. This property truly must be viewed in person to be fully appreciated for its quality, warmth, size and peacefulness.Nb Photographs taken November 2022LocationAvon Castle is a prestigious estate located close to the renowned New Forest National Park and the South Coast. It is recognised as an exclusive area with beautiful properties on attractive tree lined avenues, close to the popular market town of Ringwood, which offers a wide variety of shops and restaurants.This stunning home is conveniently placed within easy access to London via the M27/M3. Christchurch Railway Station is only approximate 9 miles away from the property, which provides regular train services to London, whilst the resort town of Bournemouth is approximately 10 miles away, where there is an intercity rail service to London Waterloo.For the commuter, the cities of Salisbury and Southampton are easily reached via the A338 and the A31. The larger shopping towns of Bournemouth (10 miles south) and Southampton (approximately 20 miles east), are both easily accessible.Bournemouth International airport is only 5.3 miles from the property and from nearby Poole there are regular cross channel ferries to France.Good local schools are numerous and including the highly regarded Ringwood School, Moyles Court, Canford School, Bournemouth and Poole Grammar schools, Bournemouth Collegiate and Talbot Heath.The area is well known for its sporting and recreational facilities including sailing in Poole Harbour, Golf at Ferndown and Remedy Oak and walking and riding in the New Forest. David Lloyd health club (approximately 3 miles away) has an array of luxurious indoor and outdoor facilities including racquet courts, a heated pool, new Battlebox outdoor training area and more.Local Theatres available are The Pavilion in Bournemouth, The Playhouse Salisbury and the Mayflower in Southampton. Local venues have regularly hosted acclaimed theatre productions as well as high-profile music concerts. Poole also has a strong, developing arts scene. The Lighthouse (approximately 16.3 miles away), which is Poole’s Centre for the Arts is the largest regional centre in the UK and home to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.Ringwood Town Centre 1.7 milesRingwood School and 6th Form 2.1 milesBournemouth Airport 5.3 milesFerndown Golf Course 5.6 milesChristchurch Train Station 9 milesBournemouth Centre 10 milesSandbanks 14 milesLondon 97 miles (2 hours by train)All times and distances are approximate.Square Footage: 8,291 sq ftAdditional InfoDorset Council (East Dorset) - Council Tax Band H

A truly phenomenal opportunity to be involved with the build and to be able to purchase a completely new build home approaching 5400sq ft with river and rural views in Avon Castle. The property will be arranged over 5 floors with access to all of these via an impressive lift. Many of the rooms will have a variety of feature glass windows as well as a terraced and balcony area. Epr: DThe Roof House is nicely positioned within this highly sought after estate, which nestles along the edge of the beautiful Avon Valley and the market town of Ringwood. Ringwood is approximately two miles away, offering an excellent range of independent and high street boutiques, shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as two leisure centres. The Ringwood Forest and the New Forest surround the area and are both easily accessible. The nearby A31 offers routes to the larger coastal towns of Bournemouth (approximately 8 miles south via the A338) and Southampton (approximately 18 miles east via the M27). Beyond Southampton the M3 then leads to London, which is only approximately 1.5 hours away.Avon Castle is an exclusive residential area, west of the market town of Ringwood, which offers an excellent range of shops, cafes and restaurants as well as excellent recreational facilities and renowned schools. The beautiful New Forest is only a short drive away and has over 140,000 acres of heathland and woodlands and is suited to a range of outdoor pursuits which include walking, cycling and horse riding. For the commuter the A31 is easily accessible providing routes to the coastal towns of Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch. Heading East the City of Southampton is approximately 17 miles via the A31/M27 and London is within two hours via the M3. The accommodation is arranged over five floors taking full advantage of the stunning views of the Avon valley? All five bedrooms have ensuite bath/shower rooms? The principle bedroom suite will benefit from its own roof terrace and a curved window with far reaching views? Magnificent guest suite situated over an entire floor with stunning views and could be utilised as a separate annexe? The ground floor will combine the double garage and a useful storage room? The first floor comprises a gym and a games room with shower room and office/study? There will be a lift which leads to all five floorsLarge parking forecourt and turnaround with detached garage. The raised gardens partly surround the house. Adjacent to one side of the property is a large terrace which affords superb views over the Avon Valley and River Avon.

Stonebridge Shaw is delighted to bring to market Castletop House, a prime country house and one of the finest properties within The New Forest.The propertyRecognised as one of the foremost properties in the New Forest, Castletop House is a fine Late Victorian country house with a total living area of about 12,000 sq/ft, set in grounds of 6.5 acres with the possibility to purchase a further 4+ acres of adjoining ancient woodlands, rare rhododendrons and specimen trees. Lovingly restored by its present owners to modern standards, it has lost none of its original charm or period features, including large sash windows, panelling, high ceilings and solid oak floors throughout. Grand proportions with a south facing aspect give the house a light and airy feel.Optional further landTwo further lots are available. Lot 2 has 4+ acres of adjoining ancient woodland gardens and Lot 3 is a grazing field of 10 acres. In total an additional 18 acres is possible (all by separate negotiation).SituationCastletop House is situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Burley in the heart of The New Forest National Park, yet is still only 90 miles from London via the M3. Bournemouth and Southampton airports are easily accessible. Fast trains to London are close by at Southampton and Brockenhurst. The New Forest is amongst the most desirable locations in the UK, renowned for its lifestyle and natural beauty. With direct forest access, Castletop House is ideal for equestrian activities and offers total privacy. Burley itself is an established centre for walking, cycling, fishing and riding. It is a lively community with its own golf course, village pubs and gourmet restaurants. The property is 3 miles from the market town of Ringwood, which boasts all modern conveniences including all amenities, leisure facilities and boutique shops.Meeting today's energy requirementsWhen Castletop House was restored, the restoration was done to make the house energy efficient and cost effective to run to the standards of today.Almost all the external walls were drylined with 50 mm of high-density insulation. Floors and ceilings were also insulated to a high standard. All new windows are either triple or double glazed.There is a 3-phase electricity supply and cabling ready for future heat pumps.The radiators were sized with heat pumps in mind. There are also water based solar panels to preheat the heating system and 3 log fires.AccommodationAn attractive and original oakfront door leads to the entrancehall and galleried, glass twostorey atrium. The panellingthroughout is a striking feature.There are 5 main receptionrooms on the ground floor: Thedrawing room, dining room, family sitting room and twofurther sitting rooms. There isalso a first floor games roomand a glass study adjacent tothe master bedroom and astudio.The property has fourstaircases in the different wingsof the house and a lift for easieraccess to the first floor makingit ideal for privacy in anextended family situation.Drawing roomThe drawing room is perfect for grand entertaining. Guests glimpse the room from the entrance hall through folding panelled doorsbefore entering this beautiful and impressive room (28ft x 26ft). Light streams in through three sets of double French doors leadingonto the formal lawns.The dining roomExtravagant proportions continue into the dual aspect dining room, which can easily hold large dinner parties comfortably and instyle. The room is panelled throughout, incorporating a library and panelled alcoves. The bay window gives views over the patio andmagnificent Lime trees. There is a working fireplace with original Delft tiles. A glazed door leads out to the arched loggia and gardens.The kitchenThe large kitchen possesses dining andfamily seating areas, an aga, pantry, utilityroom and French doors onto the formallawns.A secondary kitchen is located at the otherend of the house off the family sitting roomfor convenience and to facilitate entertainingoutside in the Loggia. There is a furtherkitchen in the cottage at the other end ofthe house.BedroomsThere are 11 bedrooms (5 ensuite) and 1 single bedroom. Thisincludes 3 bedrooms at the cottage endof the house.The master bedroom is situated at thetop of the main staircase throughdouble mahogany doors. Splendid highceilings and a southerly aspect makethis a very bright and spacious room.There are full length fitted wardrobesand an en-suite bathroom. DoubleFrench doors lead onto a private largebalcony with views over the formallawns and further gardens.A glass study adjacent to the masterbedroom gives extensive views over thefront gardens.Bedrooms 4 & 5 share a south-eastfacing balcony overlooking the sunkengarden.Gardens and groundsThe gardens of Castletop House havebeen planted over a 100 year period andwould be impossible to replicate in a lifetime. The house comes with approx. 6.5acres including ¾ acre kitchen gardenwith a large green greenhouse and store.The south facing gardens consist ofmature herbaceous borders surroundingformal lawns and provide a beautifulsetting for the house. The borders havebeen professionally designed and wellstocked with a large variety of shrubsand perennials.There are many seating areas on theterraces connecting paved walks, aswimming pool and an elevated woodendeck. Sweeping lower lawns lead down towoodland gardens.The lower woodland garden has specialand rare flowering rhododendrons, azaleas and mature rare trees, underplanted with daffodils and bluebells. Oneparticularly stunning, deep redrhododendron has been named after thehouse.With direct access to the forest Castletopmakes an ideal equestrian home.There is also an option to acquire afurther 4 acres of adjoining ancientwoodlands, rare rhododendrons andspecimen trees.StablesThe converted stable complex consists of a kitchen & breakfast room, sitting room, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and cloakroom with its own enclosed garden.Transport linksCastletop House is just 20 milesfrom two cosmopolitan sea frontcities, Bournemouth andSouthampton, both withinternational airports and a fullrange of facilities, including hotelsand restaurants, excellent shops, sporting clubs and airports. Thearea has a wealth of secludedbeaches of outstanding beauty witheasy reach and the property is only20 miles (30 mins) away from thesailing hubs of Lymington andPoole.Local schoolsThere are several excellent private schools in the area (both prep and public schools), including Canford School (Tatler Awards Public School of the Year 2019), Clayesmore, Castle Court School, Durlston Court, Walhampton, Godolphin, Moyles Court, St Swithuns, Winchester School and Forres Sandle Manor.tenureFreeholdCouncil Tax - House is Band H and Stables are Band ANote from the team at Stonebridge Shaw We always aim to ensure our properties are displayed accurately with the photos, floorplans and descriptions provided. However these are intended as a guide and purchasers must satisfy themselves by viewing the property in person.