Property description
A beautiful contemporary cottage individually designed and constructed in 2003 in a traditional styling within the picturesque village of Nomansland accessible to its varied amenities including the reputed public house and adjoining French restaurant.
Owners' Comments
\"We have spent ten happy years in our cosy home in this unique New Forest village. Having open forest on the doorstep, yet having easy access to the lovely towns of Romsey and Salisbury is a blessing. This, together with having an excellent pub and a first class restaurant within easy walking distance completes the picture.\"
\"We have thoroughly enjoyed living in a cottage style house that benefits from character and charm yet has all the conveniences and efficiencies of modern living.\"
Introduction
Centred upon a spacious vaulted kitchen dining room which features a matching island unit and predominantly glazed dining area affording much natural light, the accommodation is well proportioned and pleasantly bright, decorated in soft neutral tones, with three double bedrooms and a large loft which may possibly be suitable for conversion subject to the required planning permission. April Cottage also benefits from generous parking in addition to the large garage and internally boasts modern comforts including underfloor heating, an attractive gas effect fire within the sitting room and cottage style bay windows making this a pretty, convenient country home.
Description
A UPVC door opens into the entrance hall fitted with neutral tone carpets and offering access to all rooms including the downstairs cloakroom. The central hub of the house is the stylish vaulted kitchen breakfast room, afforded much natural light from the feature glazed windows overlooking the gardens. This bright and spacious room, with central island and a range of extensive traditional eye and base level units, granite work surfaces and complementary courtesy lighting offers ample space for a dining table and chairs. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, Rangemaster classic range cooker, Neff combination microwave/oven/grill and a plumbed American style fridge/freezer with ice maker. The kitchen is supplemented by a good size utility room, with matching units providing further storage and access to the concealed boiler featuring granite work surfaces with a ceramic Butler sink and integrated Neff washing machine. The sitting room is delightful with an attractive bay window and raised hearth with inset ornamental gas fire. A study completes the ground floor accommodation. The staircase leads to the landing hosting an airing cupboard and access to the carpeted loft room which benefits from central heating, recessed spot lights, Velux window, power sockets and built in wardrobes with potential to create additional accommodation, subject to planning consent. There are three well proportioned bedrooms, the master benefitting from a walk in dressing room and stylish ensuite bathroom comprising a contemporary suite including a p-shaped bath whilst the remaining bedrooms are served by the modern family bathroom of white suite and including a shower over the bath.
Outside
The property is approached via a tarmacadam driveway leading to the garage which has power and lighting and an automated up and over door. The front garden offers generous car parking and pretty shrub borders. The southerly facing rear garden is enclosed by panel fencing and beautifully landscaped, secluded by mature trees and shrubs flanking a circular shaped lawn. There is a decked sun terrace adjoining the rear elevation ideal for alfresco dining and a courtesy door to the garage. There is an external power socket, two external water taps and a garden shed which benefits from mains power.
Location
Nomansland is arguably one of the most sought after New Forest villages boasting a well renowned local pub, an exceptional French restaurant, a local school with excellent Ofsted reports and recreation ground with tennis club. The neighbouring village of Landford offers a post office and village store, all within walking distance and commuter access is excellent via the A36, A27 and M27
Agents Notes
The property, built in 2003 is beautifully presented equipped with UPVC double glazing, security alarm system and mains gas fired central heating and drainage. There is a loft room which would be suitable for conversion, subject to relevant planning consents. The rateable value is Band E.
Directions
From our office proceed along the A36 towards Salisbury turning left on New Road towards Landford. At the crossroads proceed straight over and across the cattle grid. North Lane appears on your right hand side opposite the cricket green.
Property Features :
- Three double bedroom modern cottage
- Feature kitchen breakfast room with vaulted ceiling
- Garage and generous parking
- Ensuite to the master bedroom
- Popular village location