Property description
Marydale is an impressive country residence, beautifully presented and refurbished over the years to provide an exceptional and comfortable arrangement of accommodation and grounds to suit every living requirement.
Owners’ Comments“Marydale has been a wonderful versatile family home for the past 10 years. We have enjoyed having our two lovely ponies at home and watched them grow old with us. The annex has been a comfortable home for our daughter and family, and now lends itself to many possibilities, as a rental property with bring your own horse and enjoy access to the forest, or again for a family member.”
“One of the things we have most enjoyed is the tranquillity and privacy of Marydale and of course only a short walk across the beautiful forest up to the green and the pub in Nomansland.”
IntroductionThe substantial principal home provides impressive family and entertaining space supplemented by a spacious self contained two storey annex adding a very flexible dimension to the overall living space of in excess of 3000 square feet which could be utilised either in conjunction with the principal residence or alternatively as ancillary accommodation or income potential.Discreetly tucked away on a private lane within the stunning New Forest National Park on the fringes of the popular village of Landford and Nomansland, this versatile home is set within beautiful grounds of approximately 2.6 acres incorporating paddocks and stabling with immediate outriding for those with an interest in equestrian pursuits.Whilst enjoying a rural aspect, the village of Landford is convenient for commuter accessibility and is within catchment for the acclaimed Salisbury Grammar schools, and offers traditional amenities of a village shop, post office, village hall and choice of pubs all within easy walking distance of Marydale.
DescriptionA UPVC door opens into the entrance hall which hosts under stairs storage and an archway to a useful cloaks hanging space. The kitchen breakfast room has been refitted with pretty cottage style eye and base level kitchen units with ample worktops leading to a breakfast bar area and comprising a gas range with tiled cooker surround and concealed extractor. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher and fridge and there is ample space within the room to accommodate a dining table and chairs. An archway leads to the large utility which provides further storage, plumbing for appliances and direct garden access. The shower room is wholly impressive fitted with stylish contemporary suite comprising a double walk in shower, designer wash hand basin and low level WC with large airing cupboard storage.The dining room is of a traditional styling centred around a feature brick open fireplace with dual aspect and double doors to the sun terrace The sitting room is a major feature, spacious with a feature square bay viewing gallery with seating overlooking the beautiful front gardens. A contemporary gas fire provides a secondary focal point and there is access to the adjacent study which provides direct rear access.
On the first floor there are four well proportioned bedrooms, the master suite enjoying a dressing area and ensuite shower with the remaining three bedrooms serviced by the modern family bathroom with contemporary tiling and luxury suite.AnnexThe annex is impressive, elegantly refurbished with an open plan ground floor, with exposed beams and timbers. The kitchen breakfast area is well fitted with modern units and integrated appliances, a breakfast bar and space for dining table with double doors to the private rear garden and patio. The lounge area is spacious with a wall mounted fire whilst there is a separate cloakroom and utility in the hall. An open tread staircase ascends to the main bedroom and beautifully styled bathroom with shower cubicle and modern free standing bath. A separate bedroom or potential dressing room is accessed via the master bedroom.The annex enjoys a separate gated entrance with generous parking area, private lawned garden and patio with storage sheds and barn.
OutsideMarydale is set within 2.6 acres of rolling New Forest grounds comprising paddocks with stable block and a wonderful natural pond all studded with mature trees and bordered by hedgerow. The paddocks lie to the side and can be accessed from a separate field gate along Lyndhurst Road. Approached via double wrought iron gates, a gravel driveway leads to the front of the house providing generous parking and turning space with a large lawned area and gates leading to the post and rail enclosed paddocks. The formal gardens to the rear comprise a large decked sun terrace spanning the breadth of the house providing a most wonderful entertainment terrace overlooking the lawns and impressive fish pond all screened via mature firs and hedgerow.
LocationThe highly desirable Wiltshire village of Landford lies between Salisbury and Southampton within the New Forest National Park. Landford enjoys a friendly, sociable community with a range of local amenities including a post office, local convenience store, village hall, recreation area, public house and village primary school. Furthermore its proximity to the open New Forest offers idyllic dog walking, cycling and wonderful scenery with the popular Hamptworth Golf and Country club just a few minutes’ drive away. Although it is a delightful rural location, Landford is perfectly placed for commuting, within easy access to both Salisbury and Southampton and via the New Forest to Bournemouth.
Agents NotesThis delightful home offers excellent equestrian opportunity, accessible for ideal riding within the New Forest. In addition the annex provides the opportunity for dual occupancy or income potential whilst the principal residence is immaculately presented. The property is fitted with gas central heating and is served by private drainage.
Property Features :
- Impressive arrangement of accommodation totaling in excess of 3000 square feet
- Gardens of 2.6 acres
- Paddocks with two stable blocks and barn
- Self contained annex with private access
- Beautiful and secluded New Forest location
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