Property description
An absolutely stunning period detached village house enviably positioned in this quiet and peaceful location set in grounds of 1.4 acres. The house is presented in fantastic order yet retains an adorable charm and character, and as such has been a talking point in the area for generations who have admired it. The house has an outstanding position overlooking Breamore Marsh which is a protected area and home to a multitude of species of flora and fauna, all of which is grazed by Breamore's most famous residents, a flock of geese.
On purchasing the house our clients embarked on a considerable programme of improvements, which has significantly enhanced the property. The ground floor offers a glorious drawing room, which is bathed in sunshine from its dual aspects and has an impressive inglenook fireplace for those cold and crisp evenings, this then leads through to a lovely dining room, and a vaulted sitting room. There is a well appointed kitchen/breakfast room and commodious utility room. On the first floor are four bedrooms, the master bedroom having an en suite bathroom and a family bathroom.
The houses accommodation is further enhanced by the detached one bedroom annexe in the grounds which has been refurbished and offers a vaulted living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The exciting part about this is the flexibility it could offer be that for an elderly relative, teenager or home office. The vendors have in recent years actually generated a generous income from the annexe for holiday lets.
The house and annexe is perfectly then complimented by the marvellous grounds, the whole extending to 1.4 acres, the formal grounds surrounding the house are well stocked with a wide variety of mature and also specimen flowers, shrubs and trees. There are extensive lawns, as well as terrace areas to enjoy. The lawns then lap up to an incredible barn which overlooks the rear lawns, and which then offers a magical covered dining area, perfectly suited for outdoor dining al fresco with its own kitchen area. In addition to the 'dining barn' there is useful workshop, tractor shed and garaging for two vehicles. Beyond the formal grounds is a paddock which would allow those of an equestrian bent to take advantage of the nearby National Park.
We thoroughly recommend an internal viewing at your earliest opportunity, and houses of this quality in such a stunning location are rare.
SituationBreamore is a particularly pretty village composed mainly of traditional period properties including Breamore House, an Elizabethan Manor House which is open to the public and is noted for its fine collection of paintings and furniture. The village has a highly regarded village primary school, public house, church and village hall. Breamore is within walking distance of the New Forest National Park where in neighbouring Woodgreen, there is an excellent village store. The local towns of Fordingbridge and Downton are five minutes by car each with a good range of local amenites. The Cathedral city of Salisbury, which is approximately 8.5 miles to the north, offers excellent shopping, educational and recreational facilities.
Just to the north Downton has a number of useful amenities including a range of shops, doctors surgery, pubs as well as the Ofsted 'Outstanding' rated Downton Primary School and the Trafalgar School, whilst to the north Salisbury City Centre offers amenities including a Waitrose and everything the city has to offer including shopping and leisure facilities, cinema, theatre, numerous parks, restaurants and a lively twice weekly market.
Communications are excellent with mainline rail services to London Waterloo from Salisbury (85 minutes) or Southampton Parkway (from 66 minutes). Access to the motorway link via the A31 at Ringwood, is from junction 1 of the M27, linking with the M3 to London. Southampton and Bournemouth airports are both within easy driving distance. The New Forest provides wonderful opportunities for a variety of recreational activities, especially walking, sailing and riding. A whole host of other leisure activities are available along the south coast at various centres including Poole, Bournemouth, Southampton, Christchurch and Lymington.
The property is in a great position to reach Bishops & South Wilts Grammar Schools, as well as Salisbury Cathedral School, Leaden Hall, Chafyn Grove, Leehurst Swan, Godolphin School and Preparatory School.
Additional InformationAgents Note:
Mains water and electricity
Private Drainage
The property was re-thatched in 2009
There is a footpath that runs across the eastern boundary.
The property has an additional piece of land on the western boundary which is used as a vegetable patch and orchard and is used under license from Breamore Estate for a peppercorn rent.
Property Features :
- Entrance Hall
- Dining Room
- Drawing Room
- Living Room
- Kitchen