Bickton, Fordingbridge, SP6

£650,000

Guide price

Welcome to this enchanting two-bedroom, chocolate box thatched cottage, nestled in the picturesque location of Bickton.

This Grade II listed property, steeped in history and character, offers a unique blend of timeless charm and modern comfort.

The exquisite craftsmanship, cosy interiors, and the serene beauty that surrounds this idyllic home is truly captivating.

Whether you are seeking a tranquil retreat or a quaint residence brimming with heritage, this charming cottage offers, an attractive interior and a generous and well-maintained plot.

The Property:

- A quaint and welcoming entrance which immediately leads into the living room with an open, inglenook fireplace as the focal point

- Dining room which lies adjacent to the sitting room and enjoys a pleasant aspect over the front gardens along with a feature brick open fire place

- Before entering the kitchen, a spacious storage room houses the boiler and offers further space for boots/coats

- A modern twist on a galley style kitchen incorporates hand-built Shaker-style units, base cupboards, drawers, shelves, and a spacious larder cupboard. The is space for both a washing machine and dishwasher as well as space for a tall fridge freezer. The room has a warm feel via engineered wood floors throughout

- A bathroom that follows on from the kitchen area comprises a stylish panelled bath with mains shower over, elegant washstand with bowl washbasin, WC, heated towel rail and electric underfloor heating

- Stairs from Sitting Room to First Floor Landing incorporate a radiator and exposed wall timbers via bespoke picture glass framing

- Large principal bedroom with space for fitted cupboards and drawers

- Second bedroom

Gardens and Grounds:

- Private driveway leading to the spacious garage/workshop.

- An impressive home office / ancillary accommodation incorporating french doors to the charming garden, engineered oak flooring throughout and a modern tiled shower room

- Mainly laid to lawn with raised beds and fruit trees

- Inviting patio area

- Picturesque cottage-style garden planting at the front of the property

- Sheppard hut under separate negotiation

Direction:

Exit Ringwood along the A338 Ringwood to Fordingbridge road. After about three miles you will see a sign on your left signposted Bickton opposite Heron Road. Turn left here into Bickton and you will come to the property on your right signified by our For sale board.

Situation:

Bickton is a hamlet nestled on the edge of the New Forest, one mile south of Fordingbridge and five miles north of Ringwood on the A338. The New Forest offers thousands of acres of natural heath and woodland, ideal for a range of outdoor pursuits, particularly walking, cycling and horse riding. Fordingbridge is a former market town enjoying an idyllic location between the heath and woodland of the New Forest and rolling chalk downlands of Cranborne Chase. The town has a high street of interesting independent shops, including an art gallery, bookshop, boutiques, and a great selection of pubs and restaurants. There are excellent local state schools in Fordingbridge which are in catchment. Also, within 3 miles are two preparatory schools - Moyles Court and Forres Sandle Manor, plus the following public schools are less than an hour away: Bryanston, Canford, Clayesmore, Goldolphin and Winchester. Salisbury, Southampton and Bournemouth are all less than half an hour away. Southampton Airport is a 30 minute drive across the Forest with twice hourly trains to London Waterloo, taking about 70 minutes. Alternatively, London is approximately a two hour drive - via the M27 & M3.

Services:

Energy Performance Rating: D

Council Tax Band: E

Heating: Gas Central Heating

Water:Mains

Drainage: Private

Ofcom broadband speeds up to: 80 Mbps (Superfast)