Property description

* NEWLY RE-THATCHED COB COTTAGE * IDYLLIC RURAL SETTING * THREE BEDROOMS * IMMACULATE PRESENTATION * DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE / ANNEXE * BEAUTIFUL GARDENS *

A stunning thatched cob cottage in a quiet rural setting with beautiful gardens. The property boasts immaculate presentation throughout. Viewing comes highly recommended on this lovely family home.


Woodgale Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale this stunning thatched cob cottage set among beautiful gardens in the quiet hamlet of Hinton. Meadow Cottage is immaculately presented throughout, and is afforded a good degree of peace and tranquility by being set back from the road and accessed via a long driveway. The pleasant rural situation, and characterful property features make viewing this property a must. Meadow Cottage boasts a plot of approximately 0.4 Acres, and is situated just outside the New Forest National Park. The accommodation comprises two reception rooms, a well appointed kitchen / breakfast room, ground floor cloakroom, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. In addition to the main accommodation, the property offers a detached double garage, which could serve as a one bedroom annexe. The cottage and garage have been recently rethatched in combed wheat reed and this has an expected lifespan of approximately 30 - 40 years.


A solid wood front door under tiled pitched porch roof opens into a spacious reception hall with dining area. The reception hall overlooks the front aspect, and has understairs storage, an attractive beamed ceiling, and three wall light points. Doors lead to the kitchen / breakfast room, living room and rear lobby. The kitchen / breakfast room extends the width of the property, and overlooks the side aspect. The kitchen has been recently refitted with handcrafted base cupboard and drawer units with matching cupboards above. There is a granite worksurface with inset Butler sink, a built in Rangemaster electric double oven and grill and a television aerial point. The floor is tiled, there are tiled splashbacks, and an attractive stained glass window. The kitchen / breakfast room has access to the front aspect, via a solid wood door. The rear lobby has doors to the ground floor cloakroom and cupboard, which houses the central heating boiler and electric meters. The living room is a particular feature of the property, being a dual aspect room of good size. There are windows and double doors to both the front and rear aspects. This room boasts a feature central fire display chimney and hearth with cast iron wood burner. An attractive stained glass window provides borrowed light to the reception hall. The living room has a beamed ceiling and three wall light points.


From the reception hall, stairs rise to the first floor galleried style landing, which overlooks the front aspect and has a built in storage cupboard and airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder with slatted shelving above. An attractive stained glass window provides borrowed light to the bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C., inset bath with tiled side panel, and a walk in double corner shower cubicle with glass sliding doors. The walls and floor are fully tiled, and there is a heated ladder style towel rail. Bedroom one is a dual aspect room overlooking the side and front aspects, and boasts a vast range of built in furniture comprising range of wardrobes, chest of drawers, bedside furniture and dressing table. Bedroom two is also dual aspect, with windows to the side and front aspects. Bedroom two has a built in storage cupboard, and access to the loft, via a hatch. Bedroom three overlooks the front aspect. All rooms on the first floor have part sloping ceilings.


There is a detached double garage under a pitched, thatched roof. The two double doors to the front are not currently in use, and the building could serve as a one bedroom annexe. The accommodation comprises a dual aspect lounge / kitchen, a bedroom and an en suite shower room. The lounge area boasts an attractive fire surround, mantel and hearth, a television aerial point and four wall light points. The kitchen area is fitted with modern white kitchen units, an inset sink and drainer, and an inset four ring Halogen hob with electric oven and grill below and extractor fan above. The bedroom overlooks the side aspect and has access to the en suite shower room, which boasts a modern white suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C., and a corner shower cubicle with glass sliding doors.


The property is accessed via a five bar gate. A long shingle driveway leads to the property and provides off road parking for several vehicles. The property is set on a plot of approximately 0.4 Acres of beautiful, well kept gardens in an idyllic location. To the front of the property are an attractive Victorian style streetlight, and two wells, one of which is an original feature.


The garden is privately enclosed to all sides with mature shaped shrub and tree borders. There are several shaped areas of lawn. The garden continues to the rear of the property, where there is a large area of lawn bordered by a shaped stone pathway. There is a timber summerhouse and patio area, further enclosed patio area, and feature ponds. To the side of the property is a timber storage shed. To the rear of the garage is a further area of private garden with greenhouse and mature shrub borders.

Services
The property uses oil fired central heating and has a septic tank.


The property is located in a rural position in the Hamlet of Hinton, just outside the New Forest National Park. The beaches at Highcliffe are approximately two miles south, and the open forest at Holmsley is approximately two miles north of the property.


The wider area has much to offer the modern family. The New Forest National Park is just a short drive away, and the stunning Dorset and Hampshire coastline is only two miles south. Places of interest include Highcliffe Castle, Christchurch Harbour, and the historic Christchurch Priory. There are opportunities for watersports and equestrian activities, and a variety of golf courses in stunning coastal and forest settings. The area offers a range of family attractions for days out.


The nearest mainline train station is Hinton Admiral (0.7 miles away), which runs to Waterloo in approximately two hours. There are airports at Bournemouth and Southampton, offering both domestic and international flights.


From our office in Bransgore, head towards The Crown pub, and continue straight over the crossroads to remain on Ringwood Road. Upon reaching the A35, turn left. Turn right at the war memorial onto the B3055. When this road bends to the left, bear off right onto Dark Lane where the property can be found on the right hand side.

Reception Hall / Dining Room - 16' 0'' x 13' 11'' (4.88m x 4.24m)

Kitchen / Breakfast Room - 18' 1'' x 7' 1'' (5.51m x 2.16m)

Living Room - 21' 1'' x 18' 1'' (6.43m x 5.51m)

Bedroom One - 13' 1'' x 13' 1'' (3.99m x 3.99m) maximum measurements excluding large door recess

Bedroom Two - 13' 1'' x 8' 10'' (3.99m x 2.69m)

Bedroom Three - 9' 0'' x 7' 10'' (2.74m x 2.39m)

Garage - 20' 10'' x 17' 03'' (6.35m x 5.26m)

Property Features :

• Newly Re-Thatched Cob Cottage
• Idyllic Rural Setting
• Three Bedrooms
• Immaculate Presentation
• Detached Double Garage / Annexe