A thoughtfully extended and modernised, spacious three bedroom semi-detached house with ample off road parking and wonderful west facing garden in a central location which is within easy walking distance to the village of Sway and the open forest. The property has beautiful Forest/Scandi inspired interior throughout and an early inspection is highly recommended to appreciate the accommodation on offer.
The property welcomes you with a generous brick paviour driveway, providing ample off-road parking, a premium feature. A neatly manicured front lawn and mature hedging, offers a sense of privacy.
A charming white-canopied porch opens into the entrance hallway which provides access to the living room and open plan kitchen/family/dining room.
Stepping into the living room the focus is immediately drawn to the magnificent exposed-brick chimney breast, housing a recessed wood-burning stove on a slate hearth, this room is designed for cozy winter evenings. The high-quality wood-effect flooring runs throughout seamlessly into the kitchen/family/dining room with further feature exposed brick wall. Large windows to the front aspect provide the space with natural light.
The Social Hub: A Masterclass in Open-Plan Living
The rear of the home has been transformed into a stunning, multi-functional kitchen/family/dining suite.
The Chef’s Kitchen: Dominated by a massive central island with a solid oak countertop and integrated four ring gas hob, this is a space built for entertaining. Sleek white gloss cabinetry, integrated appliances including Bosch eye level oven and microwave/grill above, dishwasher, and a stylish subway-tile backsplash provide a crisp, modern finish. Double opening French doors open out onto the rear patio this paired with a large window provides natural light throughout the room with a further front aspect window in the dining area.
Dining & Design: The space flows effortlessly into a dedicated dining area, framed by a feature brick wall and further large understairs storage cupboard.
The "Forest" Utility: Essential for New Forest living, the dedicated utility/boot room is expertly fitted with bespoke seating and storage, perfect for de-booting after a long walk through the forest. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine and a door leading to the ground floor cloakroom fitted with W.C and obscure window. A door from the utility room leads to the rear garden.
The First Floor:
Ascending the stairs, the quality of finish continues through three beautifully appointed double bedrooms:
The Principal Suite is a spacious room featuring front to back double aspect windows.
Further Bedrooms: Two additional well-proportioned double bedrooms offer great flexibility for family living.
The modern family bathroom serves all three bedrooms and is fully tiled with window overlooking side aspect.
The rear garden is a wonderful extension of the home’s living space. The Terrace is an expansive timber decking area, partially covered by a stylish pergola. This is the ultimate spot for summer BBQs and alfresco dining. Beyond the terrace lies a large, level lawn bordered by secure timber fencing and mature shrubs. A substantial timber shed at the rear provides garden storage and a dedicated garden store which is attached to the property gives excellent space and storage for bikes, kayaks etc. A side access with gate leads round to the driveway.
EPC RATING: Current ~ C73 Potential ~ C78
COUNCIL TAX BAND: C
SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.
HEATING: Gas fired central heating.
BROADBAND: Ultrafast up to 1000 mbps download. (Ofcom).
Before the tenancy starts (payable to Hayward Fox Lymington (the Agent))
Holding Deposit: One week’s rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Deposit: 5 weeks rent
During the tenancy (payable to the Agent)
Unpaid Rent: Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost Keys or other security device: Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £ 15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request): £ 50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request): £ 50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination (Tenant’s Request): Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early; they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
During the tenancy (payable to the provider) if permitted and applicable
Utilities: gas, electricity, water
Communications: telephone and broadband Installation of cable/satellite
Subscription to cable/satellite supplier
Television licence
Council Tax
Other permitted payments
Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.
Tenant protection
Hayward Fox is a member of ARLA Propertymark CMP, which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman Scheme ( which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on the agent’s website or by contacting the agent directly.
Rental payments
Rents are payable in advance by standing order with all payments being made 72 hours prior to your rent due date to allow for clearance.
Landlord Fees
Tenant Find: 60% of first months rent, minimum £ 594 (inc VAT)
