4 bed detached house for sale

Forest Road, Bransgore, Christchurch BH23

Pretty and deceptively spacious late 1800’s workers cottage set within a third of an acre once forming a part of the old farm orchard. Brimming with character and charm this cottage has been sympathetically extended and renovated over the last 30 years by the current owners to bring an abundance of natural light whilst making the most of its natural surroundings and views over neighbouring paddocks. Well positioned within easy reach of Christchurch and Lyndhurst whilst being moments from the open forest.

The village of Bransgore lies on the edge of the New Forest, within easy reach by car of popular beaches and the towns of Christchurch and Bournemouth. The village boasts a well-regarded primary school, sports field and children's playground, as well as many woodland walks. The nearby picturesque village of Burley boasts a range of boutique shops, restaurants, a dispensing gp surgery and two public houses. Burley also enjoys an active village community with a village hall, cricket club and a popular 9 hole golf course. The sailing centres of Lymington and Christchurch are both nearby with Lymington also offering a ferry service to the Isle of Wight. The larger coastal cities of Bournemouth and Southampton are both easily accessible, as is the Cathedral City of Winchester. Bournemouth boasts an international airport with an increasing number of national and international destinations, as does Southampton, each within very easy reach. Condor Ferries to the Channel Islands are situated in nearby Poole. The A31 provides access to the M27 and the motorway network. There are railway services from nearby Hinton Admiral (approximately 3 miles), which provides a service through to London Waterloo (1 hour 54 minutes) or from Brockenhurst (1 hour 34 minutes ) .

A welcoming approach leads beneath an arched front door into a useful porch, setting a charming first impression before continuing into the inner hall. To one side is a delightful snug, equally suited as a guest bedroom, where triple-aspect windows draw in natural light and frame views across the rear and side gardens. Decorative beams and a woodburning stove add warmth and character, creating a cosy retreat within the home. From the hall, the sitting room forms the inviting heart of the cottage a comfortable space that has been thoughtfully extended to include a study or music area, while a second woodburning stove provides an focal point and decorative beams continued above.

From the sitting room, stairs rise to the first-floor accommodation, while a further doorway opens into the kitchen. This characterful room features tiled flooring, extensive wooden cabinetry arranged above and below the work surfaces, and a generous pantry cupboard providing excellent additional storage. A traditional Rayburn serves the radiators, hot water and Aga-style cooking, complemented by separate gas hobs integrated into the work surface. An island peninsula breakfast bar creates a natural divide between the kitchen and the light-filled conservatory, currently enjoyed as a dining space, where garden views and direct access onto the patio make it a wonderful everyday living area. An opening also leads back around into the extended study area, enhancing the easy flow of the ground floor.

A large utility room offers ample space for laundry facilities, complete with a butler sink, worktops and plentiful storage below. A door opens to a separate cloakroom, while an external door provides a practical connection to the garden. There is also access to a small garage space. Steps then lead on to a striking glass and oak-framed orangery beneath a lantern roof. Filled with light by day and wonderfully inviting in the cooler months, this beautiful room is centred around a woodburning stove, creating an exceptional year-round space for relaxing, entertaining or simply enjoying the garden outlook.

Oak flooring runs throughout the ground floor, bringing the accommodation together with a warm, natural finish that complements the cottage’s period charm.

To the first floor there are 3 bedrooms, one of single bedroom proportions with ample storage and lovely views across the neighbouring paddocks. The further two double bedrooms are also decorated in a cottage style with half height wall cladding and original wooden doors. The family bathroom fitted with bath and shower over, WC and basin with storage below completes the upstairs accommodation.

Set within approximately a third of an acre and bordered by neighbouring farmland, the gardens form a particularly attractive feature of the property. Once part of the old farm orchard, the plot now offers a delightful selection of established fruit trees, mature planting and well-stocked hedging, creating a wonderfully private and secluded New Forest sanctuary. A paved patio provides an inviting space for alfresco dining and summer entertaining, perfectly positioned to enjoy the westerly aspect and the afternoon and evening sun. To the side of the cottage, a generous area of hardstanding offers excellent further potential for a substantial driveway, ideal for those requiring additional parking, boat storage or space for larger vehicles through double gates.

Energy Performance Rating: F Current: 29 Potential: 63

Council Tax Band: F

Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains water and electric

Heating: Oil fired heating

Drainage: Private drainage

Broadband: Ultrafast broadband with speeds of 1800 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom)

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