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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · SO41 6AG
Listing removedReduced £24.9k (−5%) on 21 JunListed 180 days
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About
A truly individual semi-detached home of exceptional character which has been transformed by the current vendors, situated in the heart of the much-sought-after New Forest village of Sway, within easy reach of open forest walks, independent shops and the village railway station.
The property benefits from good off-road parking and a detached garage with beautifully maintained south facing gardens.
Ground Floor Entry is via a welcoming entrance hall with Italian porcelain flooring with underfloor heating, a painted staircase rising to the first floor, and practical under-stair storage cupboard.
The sitting room is a genuinely handsome space, with dual aspect windows flooding the room with natural light with views across surrounding gardens.
A feature fireplace sits at one end with brick hearth and woodburning stove.
The kitchen/Dining room is a proper country kitchen: Solid oak cabinetry with an abundance of granite worktops, Italian porcelain floors with underfloor heating, exposed brick walls, a hanging rack above the sink with open window arch overlooking the second sitting room.
Integrated appliances include fridge/freezer, dishwasher, four ring Miele gas hob with matching electric oven below.
There is further space and plumbing for washing machine and a wall mounted cupboard houses the Worcester gas fired central heating boiler.
An arched opening connects through to the hall, giving the ground floor a satisfying sense of flow. Beyond the kitchen lies the second sitting room.
This extraordinary oak-framed garden room, with its dramatic lantern rooflight, exposed rustic timber beams, exposed brick walls and stone-tiled floor, is a welcome addition to the property.
A Clearview wood-burning stove sits at one end with Italian porcelain flooring running throughout. The room is bathed in natural light and links in with surrounding rooms perfectly.
The inner lobby boasts a bespoke wooden door leading to garden.
A utility room which is currently being used as a hobbies room/home office gives access to the garden via double opening patio doors onto a decked terrace a further door leads to the ground floor cloakroom to complete the ground floor accommodation.
First Floor The landing is a spacious area with a handsome window overlooking the front aspect.
A loft hatch gives access to a converted loft room with full central heating providing an opportunity to easily create a fourth bedroom if needed.
(STPP) The principal bedroom is a spacious double room with fitted double wardrobes and two windows that overlooks the rear aspect.
The second double bedroom is also of good proportions with plenty of space for cupboard and wardrobes and two windows which overlook the side aspect.
A third bedroom boasts a fitted wardrobe and window overlooking the front aspect toward the entry of the close with fields beyond.
The family shower room is beautifully appointed with tiling throughout, including Italian porcelain tiled floor, a generous walk-in rainfall enclosure shower, vanity basin and WC.
Outside The gardens at this property are a joy.
The front garden is a masterclass in cottage planting flowering shrubs, specimen trees all framed by a picket fence and enjoying a pleasant, open outlook.
To the side, a raised koi pond with timber surround sits alongside a garden seating area.
The rear is served by a large timber deck, perfect for entertaining, beyond which the cottage garden unfolds with further planted beds, lawn, topiary and mature trees.
A wide driveway provides ample off-road parking, and a detached single garage with power and lighting gives added versatility and options.
EPC rating: Current ~ D67 Potential ~ C77 council tax band: D services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage. Heating: Gas fired central heating.
Broadband: Ultrafast up to 1000 mbps download (Ofcom).
Value & comps
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About 38, Setthorns Road, Lymington
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