Elmstead, Sway Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7SG

An exciting opportunity to acquire a large three/four bedroom detached chalet style home with amazing further potential offering scope for modernisation and enlargement (STPP).

Positioned in a highly sought after position in Brockenhurst village, within touching distance of the open forest, this wonderful property sits within a substantial plot backing on to paddock land creating a peaceful setting.

The property further benefits from a large sweeping driveway and detached double garage.

The property is 0.5 miles from the heart of this popular bustling village in the heart of the new forest between Lyndhurst and the Georgian town of Lymington.

The village has a mainline railway station with direct links to London Waterloo in approximately 90 minutes and an excellent local community of shops and restaurants.

The Georgian coastal town of Lymington is only 4 miles to the south with its famous Saturday country market, world renownded yachting facilities and ferry service to the Isle of Wight.

The village of Lyndhurst to the north leads to Junction 1 of the M27 motorway which links to the M3, giving access to London.

The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and generous built-in storage. The ground floor offers well-balanced and versatile accommodation.

A beautifully proportioned, full-depth sitting room enjoys triple-aspect views and centres around an open fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area where doors open onto the rear terrace and gardens beyond.

A separate door leads through to a lovely light garden room, with aspect of the rear gardens.

The kitchen is positioned off the dining area and is fitted with a range of units complemented by work surfaces and tiled splash backs.

A window overlooks the garden, while a side door provides direct access to the terrace, perfectly suited to outdoor entertaining.

A spacious study sits at the end of the hallway, featuring French doors opening onto the terrace, with an adjoining boiler room offering practical utility space.

A generous ground floor bedroom with a front aspect is served by a large en suite bathroom, fitted with both a bath and separate shower.

Upstairs, the landing includes an airing cupboard and leads to two double bedrooms, each benefitting from en suite facilities and elevated views across the gardens and neighbouring paddocks.

The property offers significant scope for modernisation and enlargement, subject to the necessary planning consents, presenting an exciting opportunity to create a bespoke home within this sought-after village setting, conveniently located for the golf course, mainline station and local amenities.

The gardens are a particular feature, extending to approximately 0.6 acres.

Predominantly laid to level lawn, they are interspersed with mature trees and established planting, and enjoy an open aspect backing onto paddocks.

A generous wraparound terrace adjoins the house, providing an ideal setting for al fresco dining and entertaining.

A detached double garage sits to one side of the property, incorporating a workshop to the rear and useful loft storage above.

Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: F Energy Performance Rating: D Current: 64 Potential: 74 Property Construction: Standard Construction Services: All mains connected Heating: Gas central heating Superfast broadband with speeds of up to 1000 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom)