House For Sale £1,595,000
THE PROPERTY
Access is provided to the property via a stylish entrance hall which boasts tiled flooring and panelled walls, with steps leading down into the cleverly designed open-plan kitchen/dining room. The dining area has a double aspect and is separated from the kitchen with a breakfast bar. The kitchen is fully fitted with solid wood units topped with oak work surfaces, an electric hob, oven and a full height built-in fridge/freezer.
Leading from the kitchen is an additional reception room with bi-folding doors leading out onto the rear terrace and pool area. This room is currently being utilised as a snug but would also make an ideal study. To the right of the entrance hall is the cosy sitting room which features a characterful fireplace with gas fire and also has access to the rear terrace and garden beyond.
A staircase rises to the first floor which offers three good sized bedrooms; the principal bedroom incorporates fitted wardrobes and a fully fitted ensuite comprising a low-level WC, roll top bath, walk-in shower and hand wash basin. The two additional bedrooms are of a good size and both benefit from double aspect views; they are serviced by the family bathroom which comprises a fitted bath and overhead shower, WC and hand wash basin.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
Further accommodation is provided above the detached double car port, which also benefits from a ground floor wet room/changing facility. The studio above offers a stylish guest suite with its own access, a small kitchenette area and ensuite bathroom. This space is currently utilised as a holiday let but offers the versatility for a range of other uses.
GROUNDS & GARDENS
Tucked away and set back from the lane, lies Yew Tree Cottage, nestled within this sought-after New Forest village. The property is accessed via a cattle grid, opening onto a shingle area providing ample off-road parking for numerous vehicles with a detached double car port.
The plot, which is mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature hedgerow, wraps beautifully around the property, providing a high degree of seclusion and privacy. The current vendor has created several different seating zones in the garden, including a terrace at the front of the property which provides the perfect place for alfresco dining. To the side of the property is a sizeable outdoor heated swimming pool which is surrounded by an extensive terrace, creating the ideal entertaining space.
SERVICES
Energy Performance Rating: D
Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
THE SITUATION
Yew Tree Cottage is set in the forest with direct access from the garden gates. The property is about one and a half miles from the centre of, arguably, one of the most beautiful and sought after villages in the heart of the New Forest National Park.
The property is ideally situated to make full use of all the wonderful facilities the Forest has to offer. There’s a lovely sense of community, and a range of activities to enjoy locally including cycling, horse riding, coarse fishing, cricket and the Burley Golf Club with a nine-hole heathland course. For families, there is a primary school in the village, a very good secondary school and sixth form in Ringwood. Furthermore there are some well regarded private schools including Walhampton, Ballard and Durlston Court.
The property is on the outskirts of the village of Burley which offers a wide range of shops, including a very good village shop, post office and butchers which is very popular with the locals. A local pub is just a mile from the cottage and fantastic forest walks from the garden gate. Further benefits include easy access to the A31 providing access to London whilst being within touching distance to some of the south coasts stunning beaches.
EPC Rating: D
