Property description

Christopher Shaw Residential  is delighted to offer this rare opportunity to acquire a stunning four-bedroom country home with outdoor heated swimming pool and a period barn situated on the edge of a secluded forest, yet within commuting distance of London. The property is situated just four miles north of the Avon Valley market town of Ringwood and about three miles south of Fordingbridge. Situated within Ringwood Forest, the property provides immediate access to thousands of acres of moor, heath and woodland, ideal for walking, horse riding, cycling and shooting and also benefits from being in the Sought after catchment area for Ringwood schools which had excellent Ofsted reports. 

Sailing enthusiasts can find excellent facilities at various south coast centers notably at Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Mudeford and Lymington. The major centre of Salisbury is approximately fifteen miles respectively and the A31 dual carriageway is accessed at Ringwood linking directly to the M27 which in turn connects to the M3 for access to London. 

North Plumley Farmhouse is a stunning country residence that has been recently renovated to a meticulous standard, resulting in a truly outstanding family home that encompasses exceptional entertaining/reception rooms which would suit growing families, professional couples and individuals wishing to work from a stunning location.

With an exceptionally secure environment, the property would work equally well as either a main or second home. Reached via a gravel road, the property is set in grounds of approximately 1.3 acres and enjoys a completely secluded and private position with spectacular views into the Forest. 
This lovely country home boasts four bedrooms with the triple aspect master benefitting from an immaculate en-suite shower room and vaulted ceilings. The ground floor accommodation consists of four large reception rooms with the large kitchen/breakfast room benefiting from oil fired four oven 'Aga' and open fireplace with quarry tiled hearth and exposed brick chimney breast. The drawing room benefits from being triple aspect with part exposed walls and chimney breast with a lovely wood burner and access to the rear garden. 

The property enjoys a south-facing annex, which is currently used as a substantial office. The property enjoys a totally private south facing aspect with a state-of-the art outdoor music system overlooking a large natural stone patio area adjacent to the substantial heated swimming pool, ideal for outdoor entertainment. A Gateway gives access through a brick wall to the natural stone terrace with various shrubs and plants leading to steps down to the garden area. Generally laid to lawn with a variety of ornamental trees, shrubs and a large ornamental pond, the garden is securely fenced. Adjacent to the terrace is the private swimming pool with natural stone paved surround and pool house, which internally houses a heat exchanger, swimming pool filtration equipment and gym area. Situated to the west of the property lies a separate fenced paddock together with a period brick and tile barn with integrated stable. Beyond the barn there is an enclosed paddock with post and rail fencing. 

The property offers large parking and turning area for several vehicles and is connected to a private mains fed and metered water supply. 
Please note that the property is situated over a mile from the public highway and approached by way of private lanes over a country estate. All viewings therefore, have to be accompanied.

Property Features :

• Stunning setting
• 4 bedrooms with master having a bespoke on en-suite
• 2 Reception rooms
• Stable block
• Set on 1.3 acres (approx)