2 bedroom detached house for sale

An incredibly rare opportunity to purchase a Grade II listed former hunting lodge set in a truly unique location just off Rhinefield Ornamental Drive and at the head of the entrance to the highly regarded Rhinefield House Hotel. The property is set in grounds approaching 1.5 acres and further benefits from garaging and off-road parking. Energy Performance Rating: N/A

THE SITUATIONRhinefield Lodge enjoys a magical setting just off Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, a most beautiful tree lined road offering a mixture of large rhododendrons, azaleas and some very tall trees, including stunning giant Redwoods and Douglas Firs.This wonderful part of the forest, which starts at Whitefield Moor in Brockenhurst and finishes in Bolderwood, is popular with locals and nature lovers alike, with some lovely walks and beautiful scenery.The nearby village of Brockenhurst (3 miles) offers a good selection of boutique shops, everyday stores, cafes and restaurants catering for everyday needs. The mainline Brockenhurst railway station is also within easy reach offering direct links to Southampton Central, Winchester and London Waterloo.

THE PROPERTYBelieved to date back to 1890, Rhinefield Lodge offers an attractive brick and tile hung façade with leaded light windows set under a tile hung roof.Internally, the property retains many character features including well-proportioned living spaces and high ceilings.Ground Floor:- Entrance Porch – Covered area with half height brick wall and decorative wood pillars and arches- Entrance Lobby – Access to principal living areas. Stairwell ascending to the first floor- Sitting Room – Double aspect with fireplace, alcove/study area, large front aspect window overlooking the grounds and double doors opening out onto the rear terrace- Dining Room – Double aspect with fireplace and views to the front and side aspects- Kitchen/Breakfast Room – Double aspect room fitted with a range of wall and base units, peninsula unit with breakfast bar and built-in appliances- Utility – Space and plumbing for appliances. Door opening out to the rear aspect- Shower Room – Comprising a shower cubicle, wash basin and WCFirst Floor:- Principal Bedroom – Double room with bank of fitted wardrobes and elevated views across the front aspect- Guest Bedroom – Double bedroom with built-in wardrobes and window offering elevated views across the side aspect- Bathroom – Comprising panelled bath, wash basin set into vanity unit and WC

GROUNDS & GARDENSThe property sits at the head of the entrance to Rhinefield House Hotel, with a driveway from here leading through a tree covered entrance to an open parking area and large timber outbuilding comprising a double garage and separate workshop area.Surrounding the circular parking area is an area of lawn garden which extends around the garage complex and back down the side of the property to the front garden.Adjoining the main area of garden to the rear is an area of woodland which also forms part of the grounds attributed to the property.In total, the gardens and grounds extend to just under 1.5 acres.SERVICESEnergy Performance Rating: N/ATenure: FreeholdServices: All mains services