House For Sale £1,600,000
An elegant, detached Grade II listed home located in one of the most sought after spots in Lymington. Situated on Grove Road, overlooking Captains Row and Nelson Place, three of the most architecturally significant roads in the area, steeped in history. This one- off opportunity offers three reception rooms, four en- suite bedrooms, private garden and off- road parking. This incredible home needs to be seen to be appreciated.
Assuming a prominent position on Grove Road, within walking distance of the Georgian High Street and the cobbled streets of the town quay. Located at the end of Captains Row which leads to the bottom of the High Street. Lymington is home to a number of bespoke shops and eateries, the frenetic boating activity provides year round enjoyment, with world renowned yachting facilities within close proximity. Close by are two large deep water marinas and sailing clubs for which the town has gained its status as a respected sailing resort, as well as an open-air seawater bath built in 1833. Lymington is surrounded by the outstanding natural beauty of the New Forest National Park. On Saturday, a market is held in the High Street, the origins of which date back to the 13th century. To the north is the New Forest village of Lyndhurst and Junction 1 of the M27 which links to the M3 for access to London. The local train station is within a 10 minute walk and the Lymington line takes you to Brockenhurst, with London Waterloo within 90 minutes journey time.
On approach you are greeted by a double fronted, imposing home. The first thing to catch your eye is the inviting front door and the plaque, stating 1856 as the year of build, a telling example of the character and charm this home demands.
The entrance hallway has the stairs rising to the first floor and stripped pine doors provides access to the majority of the downstairs rooms. To the left hand side is access to the private study, which could easily be an additional bedroom or playroom, set with large front aspect sash window. To the rear of the house and on the South side is the spacious sitting room with ornate stone open fireplace and large low south facing sash window. This room is open to the magnificent orangery and kitchen area with a large vaulted glazed roof, bi- fold doors to two aspects facing the walled garden and with the kitchen positioned to one end. There is a contemporary styled raised fireplace and the herringbone flooring runs throughout the whole of the ground floor, except for the sitting room and dining room which are cream carpet. The kitchen is high gloss with ceramic worktops, ample storage cupboards and space for the American style fridge and a dishwasher. There is an eye level fan oven and combination microwave, hob and extractor unit over, other benefits include a built in coffee machine and a breakfast bar to enjoy a morning coffee. A further door leads into another spacious reception room with glazed French doors leading to the garden and the covered pergola for al fresco dining. This delightful room spans the entire width of the property with sash to the front aspect and a door to the cloakroom and another to a large laundry/utility cupboard with roof light and plumbing for washing machine and essential white goods.
The first floor landing is flooded with light from the Velux ceiling unit over the staircase and pine doors leads to the spacious main bedroom suite with ornate ceiling, windows to dual aspects and a Velux above the large spa bath. There are fitted wardrobes and a door the ensuite where there is a dual sink vanity unit, WC and shower cubicle. Bedroom two is of equally spacious dimensions with an ensuite shower room, WC and vanity unit. Bedroom three is a double with ensuite shower room and large front aspect sash window. Bedroom four has an ensuite shower room and staircase from a corner of the bedroom to a loft play area and storage room with Velux ceiling units, this has previously been an additional sleeping area for the adventurous grandchildren.
The house is a landmark property positioned in the centre of the conservation area being close to the quay in Lymington and having a delightful late Georgian front elevation which is behind iron railings and a low brick wall. Some of the walls that surround the property are formed using clinker from the ballast of the historic ships calling into Lymington from days gone by. There are gates and a path to both sides of the property leading to the rear walled garden.
The parking is positioned on a brick paved driveway behind the wall and next to a property called Coach House. An attractive brick built summer house could be used as a studio/home office. The walled garden is mature and offers a high degree of privacy with a covered pergola attached to the rear of the house for al fresco dining, offering an additional decked area to enjoy the afternoon sun.
Useful Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Local Council: New Forest District Council
Council Tax Band: Band G
Vendors Position: We have been informed by the owners that they will vacate into rented
Disclaimer Property Details: Whilst believed to be accurate all details are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. We have not carried out a detailed survey nor tested the services, appliances, and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. The measurements given are approximate.
