4 bedroom detached house for sale

A fantastic opportunity to acquire this beautiful forest property nestled in the sought after village of Burley. Honey Lane Cottage is a wonderful example of a forest home, being secluded and private in its established plot extending to two and a half acres, offering Equestrian facilities, tennis court, swimming pool, paddock and beautiful mature gardens.This four bedroom detached house offers spacious and flexible living accommodation, presented in good order and presentable standard.The property lies approximately 1/4 mile from the centre of, arguably, one of the most beautiful and sought after villages in The New Forest, ideally situated to make full use of all the wonderful facilities the Forest has to offer. Whether it be sailing at nearby Lymington (12 miles) or a round of golf at Burley Golf Club. There is a mainline railway station at Brockenhurst, offering a direct route to London Waterloo in approximately 90 minutes. The market town of Ringwood is but a short drive away (5 miles). The larger shopping towns of Southampton (20 miles) to the east and Bournemouth (16 miles) to the west, both with their airports are both easily accessible.Upon entering the side door into the entrance hallway, you are met with the staircase rising to the second floor accommodation and a cloakroom with W.C and wash basin. The kitchen/diner leads off from the hallway, fitted with base and wall units and integrated appliances including double oven, dishwasher, gas hob and one and half bowl sink. There is ample space for a large family dining room, creating a wonderful entertaining and social space. A large utility room sits off of the kitchen, housing the white goods and offering further storage space. A practical room for forest living, with a side door into the garage.A cosy snug with French doors onto the rear terrace and a generous sitting room with a feature bay window, featuring full height windows and doors out, offering an amazing amount of light and lovely views onto the gardens. The sitting room benefits from a large open fireplace and wooden beams. To the front of the property is a dining room and a sun room/boot room, offering further flexible accommodation.The first floor landing provides access to the four bedrooms. The principal suite sits to the front of the house with views over the front gardens, ample built in storage and an en suite shower room. Two further double bedrooms both with a built in cupboard each are facilitated by the family bathroom, with both bath and shower. Bedroom two is situated to the rear of the house and is particularly generous in size, with a walk through dressing area and en suite bathroom.Access to the property is via timber gates over a cattle grid, leading onto a sweeping shingle driveway bordered by manicured lawns, mature trees, and a variety of shrubs and plants. The driveway offers ample off-road parking, access to a garage, and leads through to the rear garden.The rear garden is mainly laid to level lawn, interspersed with mature trees and established planting, and enclosed by a large hedge that offers a good degree of privacy. Adjacent to the house is a generous terraced area, ideal for alfresco dining, which also features a fabulous heated swimming pool.In total, the garden extends to approximately two and a half acres and includes a tennis court, a paddock with shelter, and superb Equestrian facilities. These include four stables with hardstanding, a riding arena and holding paddock, all enclosed with timber post-and-rail fencing.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: GEnergy Performance Rating: D Current: 66 D Potential: 76 CServices : Mains electricity supply, gas and waterHeating: Gas Central HeatingDrainage: Septic TankConstruction Type: Partial timber frame constructionParking : Private driveway and garageThe property lies approximately 1/4 mile from the centre of, arguably, one of the most beautiful and sought after villages in The New Forest, ideally situated to make full use of all the wonderful facilities the Forest has to offer. Whether it be sailing at nearby Lymington (12 miles) or a round of golf at Burley Golf Club. There is a mainline railway station at Brockenhurst, offering a direct route to London Waterloo in approximately 90 minutes. The market town of Ringwood is but a short drive away (5 miles). The larger shopping towns of Southampton (20 miles) to the east and Bournemouth (16 miles) to the west, both with their airports are both easily accessible.