Property description

Owners Comments
“Riverside House has been a versatile, comfortable home for over 30 years and has been central to providing a treasure trove of family memories.”

“The river has been a huge source of family entertainment supplemented by the comedic ducks, the elegant swans and the stunning kingfishers. Being able to walk into the town centre is such a wonderful convenience.”

Introduction
Built by the current owners in 1982, the property occupies a plot approaching 1/3 acre and is occupies an elevated foundation enhancing the surrounding views. The property is of generous proportions and is internally configured with a versatile arrangement of rooms to suit modern living. The gardens are level and the gated driveway from Bickerley Green, provides generous private parking. Riverside House provides the best of both worlds, stunning rural and waterside views, yet located in a private position in the heart of this popular town centre.

Description
Approached via a private driveway to a covered porch, the front door opens into a large welcoming entrance hall with cloaks cupboard. Doors lead to the principal reception rooms and bedrooms. The sitting room enjoys a triple aspect and hosts a wood burning stove and views to the garden and river. An internal set of patio sliding doors opens into the adjoining conservatory that in turn has access onto the garden and through to the kitchen dining room. The kitchen, accessible from the entrance hall, is fitted with a wide range of matching units and integrated appliances and the adjoining dining room is of a good size to accommodate a large table and chairs.

From the entrance hall, there are two double bedrooms, the master bedroom with an ensuite and the second double bedroom served by a separate family bathroom. From a first floor galleried landing, there are two large double bedrooms, with eaves storage in addition to built in wardrobes and are served by a shower room.

The adjoining detached double garage has an electric opening door, an attached internal workshop and utility room with separate external access.

Outside
There is a five bar gate securing the wide expanse of private driveway, with an open access onto the main lawn which runs along the fenced riverbank. The views from the garden are stunning and the setting tranquil, no doubt one of the finest outlooks in the centre of Ringwood. There is an attractive patio area to the rear which is an ideal entertainment venue.

Location
The thriving market town of Ringwood is just a short stroll from the property and there are superb road links to Bournemouth, Southampton, Salisbury and London. The area borders The New Forest, with thousands of acres of open moor, heath and woodland, which attracts both local people and visitors to enjoy walking, riding, cycling and other outdoor activities, as well as numerous country pubs, restaurants and the sandy beaches of Bournemouth and Sandbanks which are within about 15 miles.

Ringwood offers a wide and a varied selection of shops and amenities, with its stylish shopping centre, including a Waitrose and farmers’ markets. The adjacent high street has retained its character, with independent shops, traditional weekly market stalls amongst a fine array of much loved eateries.

Families are attracted by the sense of a thriving community, excellent infant and junior schools, along with the highly regarded secondary school.

Agents Notes
The property is connected to the mains services of gas, water, electricity and drainage. The current gas boiler was installed approximately 3 ½ years ago and has been serviced annually. The property is located within a conservation area and the fruit trees are covered by a tree preservation order. The property is double glazed, with solar panels installed and is of freehold tenure.

Property Features :

• Outstanding riverside views
• Walking distance of the town centre
• Three reception rooms
• Four large double bedrooms
• Three bathrooms