A beautifully extended and modernised detached family home, presented in outstanding condition and enjoying far-reaching views across the New Forest, set in a highly desirable village setting. The house itself offers four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spectacular sitting room and a modern kitchen/breakfast room, overlooking stunning level gardens of approx. 3/4 of an acre. There is ample parking as well as a substantial two-storey detached multi-functional studio room, alongside an additional detached double garage.
THE GROUND FLOOR
The front door opens into the spacious hall where there is a cloakroom, and adjacent to this a dual aspect study.
Following on from here, a door leads into the spectacular sitting room which faces south and west, with one elevation having a glazed ceiling light covering its entire width flooding the room with natural light. This room also has two sets of bi-fold doors to the garden and a feature chimney breast tiled in natural stone with an open hearth.
Double doors from the hall open into the dining room which overlooks the garden, and the hall then leads to the impressive kitchen/breakfast room.
The kitchen comprises a modern range of floor and wall mounted units with integrated appliances including a double oven, five ring induction hob, dishwasher, wine cooler, fridge and an inset one-and-a-half bowl sink. There is a breakfast bar providing a further range of kitchen storage, with ample space for a dining table adjacent to the feature brick fireplace (temporarily blocked off) and bi-fold doors give access to the garden.
Leading off from the kitchen is the utility room which has a door to the drive, work surfaces with fitted cupboards providing space/plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer.
THE FIRST FLOOR
The staircase with glass balustrades leads up to the landing where there are four bedrooms, all of which enjoy far-reach viewings across the open forest.
The main bedroom enjoys a dual aspect with a feature fireplace and a dressing area which has extensive fitted wardrobes and gives access to the modern en suite shower room.
Bedroom two benefits from fitted wardrobes as well as an en suite bathroom. This room also has an airing cupboard which houses the hot water tank with racked shelving.
Bedrooms three and four are both good sized doubles with art-deco style fireplaces and are serviced by the contemporary family bathroom which comprises a shower enclosure, freestanding bath, double vanity unit and WC.
THE GARDENS
The property is approached from Main Road via a five bar gate giving access to the gravel driveway which leads to the extensive parking area and outbuildings. Set in just over 3/4 of an acre, the majority of the garden faces south west and comprises an extensive level lawn with mature borders being stocked with a variety of specimen trees, shrubs and plants including roses and azaleas. To the rear of the house there is a lovely bluebell wood as well as a vegetable patch.
OUTBUILDINGS
The property benefits from two substantial outbuildings; the first of which a multi-functional studio room laid out over two floors with the addition of a cloakroom and store. The second outbuilding consists of a double garage block with twin up-and-over doors to the front.
SERVICES:
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. The central heating is oil fired
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)
