Highwood, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24

An impressive detached country residence beautifully set within landscaped gardens totalling three & a half acres on the edge of the open New Forest, enjoying Forest Rights.

Summary of Accommodation

*RECEPTION HALL * CLOAKROOM * SITTING ROOM * DRAWING ROOM * KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM * UTILITY ROOM * BOOT ROOM * STUDY * LOUNGE * SNUG * PRINCIPAL BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM * GUEST SUITE WITH BEDROOM AND EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM * TWO ADDITIONAL DOUBLE BEDROOMS * FAMILY BATHROOM * COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF OUTBUILDINGS * SUPERB GARDENS AND LAKE TOTALLING THREE AND A HALF ACRES *

DESCRIPTION & CONSTRUCTION:
This fine detached country residence dates back to the 1953 retaining much of its original charm and character with a modern twist. The property offers well proportioned and versatile accommodation, enjoying magnificent views across the surrounding formal gardens and lake beyond. There are an extensive range of outbuildings within the grounds, all of which are extremely private, set within the boundaries of the New Forest National Park benefitting from Forest Rights.

AGENTS NOTE: In our opinion, to fully appreciate the idyllic rural setting and presentation of the property, a viewing is highly recommended.

SITUATION:
Rockford House nestles on the edge of Rockford Common, which in turn provides immediate access into the confines of the 92,000 acres of New Forest National Park. The market town centre of Ringwood is within 2 miles offering a weekly street market, in addition to comprehensive shopping, leisure and educational facilities. Major airports and rail links are accessible via the A.31 and A338 into the main centres of Bournemouth (12miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18 miles), Other facilities, within close proximity include Spinnaker sailing lake, nature reserves plus open water swimming and other watersports at Ellingham Waterski and Wakeboard Club.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE:
Leave Ringwood in a northerly direction (toward Fordingbride) on the A338 for approximately one & a half miles passing through the hamlet of Blashford.. Upon passing the New Forest Farm Machinery premises take the second turning right onto Ivy Lane. Continue past the Spinnaker Sailing Lake and at the crossroads turn right onto Gorley Road. Head in a southerly direction and as the road begins to bear right take the first turning left onto the forest lane whereupon the entrance to Rockford House is a short distance along on the right hand side.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

DOUBLE OPENING HALF GLAZED OAK DOORS TO:

RECEPTION VESTIBULE: 9’2” (2.81m) 6’8” (2.04m). Aspect to the north. Tiled floor. Down lights. Double opening multi-panelled glazed internal doors to:

RECEPTION HALL: 11’8” (3.57m) x 16’5” (5m) maximum, narrowing to: 9’10” (3m). Vaulted ceiling with height of 14’ (4.39m). Dual aspect to the north & east. Double radiator. Wall thermostat. Security sensor. Storage cupboard under stairs. Door to:

CLOAKROOM: 5’9” (1.77m) x 5’7” (1.71m). Aspect to the east. Opaque double glazed window. White suite comprising low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Wash basin set in vanity surround with double storage cupboard beneath. Three quarter height storage cupboard. Radiator. Provision for cloaks hanging.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

SITTING ROOM: 15’10” (4.84m) maximum into bow window x 19’11” (6.08m) maximum into bay window, narrowing to: 17’2” (5.25m). Dual aspect to the south and west. Panoramic views across the formal gardens. Brick fireplace and hearth with open grate, beamed mantel. Picture rail. 2 double radiators. Down lights. T.V. point. Wide open way to:

DRAWING ROOM: 11’ (3.36m) x 13’ (3.97m). Aspect to the south. Double opening double glazed casement doors leading to sun loggia and veranda. Brick fireplace and hearth, cast iron wood burner. Picture rail. Down lights. Radiator. Return door to reception hall.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 18’11” (5.77m) x 14’6” (4.44m). Dual aspect to the north and south. Double opening double glazed casement doors on the southern elevation providing view/ access onto sun loggia, veranda and formal gardens beyond. Comprehensive range of custom built kitchen units of a ‘Shaker style’ with black granite work surfaces with inset twin bowl, single drainer composite sink unit with h & c mixer plus filter water tap. Range of drawers and floor storage cupboards. Integrated Mielle dishwasher. Full height larder store. Full height cupboard housing water softener. Larder store with control panel for security system. Dresser with display shelves and storage. Glazed eye level display cabinet. Built-in Belling Fusion Range cooker with 5 hot plates, warming zone and ovens. Space for larder fridge-freezer. Matching work surfaces with range of floor storage cupboards and matching eye level cupboards above. Down lights. Radiator. Multi-panelled glazed internal door to:

UTILITY ROOM: 9’10” (2.98m) x 6’8” (2.05m). Aspect to the east overlooking side way. Wall to wall, roll top laminate work surface with inset single bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink units. Floor storage cupboard beneath. Adjoining twin recess for washing machine and tumble dryer. Recess for fridge. Drawers and floor storage cupboards with matching eye level store cupboards.

FROM THE UTILITY ROOM, REAR DOOR TO:

BOOT ROOM: 10’11” (3.34m) x 6’5” (1.96m). Triple aspect to the north, east and west. Multi-panelled glazed casement doors giving access to side courtyard. Within the boot room there is an electrical panel heater.

FROM THE MULTI-PANELLED GLAZED DOOR TO:

STUDY: 11’5” (3.48”) x 9’10” (3m). Dual aspect to the south and east. Double opening double glazed casement doors on the southern elevation giving access onto veranda/sun terrace and gardens beyond. Double built-in store cupboard with open fronted shelved display unit. Radiator.

FROM THE MAIN RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LOUNGE: 15’4” (4.67m) x 9’9” (2.99m). Triple aspect to the north, east and west. Double opening, double glazed casement doors on the eastern elevation providing access to side courtyard. Double radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

SNUG/STUDY: 8’6” (2.60m) x 7’2” (2.19m). Dual aspect to the north and west through double glazed corner window providing views across driveway and formal gardens. Brick fireplace. Picture rail. Display alcove. Radiator.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, RETURN FLIGHT STAIRCASE TO:

GALLERIED LANDING: Dual aspect to the north and east. Wall lights. Radiator. Minstrels gallery. Shelved storage cupboard.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM: 17’2” (5.25m) x 13’5” (4.10m). Dual aspect to the south and east with panoramic view across the formal gardens. Comprehensive range of custom built bedroom furniture comprising wall to wall, floor to ceiling built in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving. Bedside cabinets, dressing table and nests of drawers. Double radiator. Door to:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/W.C: 7’9” (2.37m) x 9’1” (2.77m). Dual aspect to the north and west. Double glazed corner window providing views across driveway and garden. White contemporary suite comprising low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Large walk-in shower cubicle with twin shower heads, wash basin set in vanity surround with range of floor storage cupboards and display counter top. Down lights. Ladder style chrome towel rail.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO GUEST SUITE WITH DOOR TO: INNER LANDING: Radiator. Door to:

BEDROOM 3: 16’8” (5.09m) x 10’3” (3.14m). Triple aspect to the north, east and west. Views across driveway and garden. Wall to wall, floor to ceiling built-in wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. Radiator. 2 ceiling light points.

FROM THE INNER LANDING, DOOR TO:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM/W.C.: 6’4” (1.93m) x 6’ (1.84m). Aspect to the east. Velux double glazed skylight. Attractive fully tiled walls, complementing the white modern suite comprising low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Wash basin set in vanity surround with comprehensive floor storage cupboards beneath. Walk-in shower cubicle with twin shower head. Contemporary ladder style towel rail, down lights and extractor.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 2: 19’5” (5.93m) x 11’ (3.36m). Triple aspect to the south east and west through feature bay window providing panoramic views over the formal gardens. Radiator. Wash basin set in vanity surround with floor storage cupboards beneath. Full height double and single built-in wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. Integral full height shelved airing cupboard.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 4: 13’1” (3.99m) x 11’5” (3.49m). Dual aspect to the south and east. Views across the gardens. Without loss of measurement to the room, 2 built-in store cupboards plus half height wardrobe with nest of drawers beneath. Dressing table unit with additional drawers. Radiator. Picture rail. Hatch with ladder to loft area.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

FAMILY BATHROOM: 9’1” (2.77m) x 6’4” (1.96m). Aspect to the north. Velux double glazed sky lights. Attractive fully tiled walls complementing the white suite comprising panelled bath with inset lighting. Twin hand grips with h & c mixer. Display niche. Walk-in shower cubicle with dual shower heads. Inset display niche. Low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Wash basin set in vanity surround with floor storage cupboard beneath. Ladder style radiator/towel rail. Down lights.

OUTSIDE:

The formal gardens extend to three and a half acres and are a particular feature of the property. Principally located on the southern and western side of the property with substantial areas of lawn bounded by a significant variety of evergreen shrubs, trees and bushes, including magnificent magnolia, rhododendron and azalea. There is an ornamental pond, rockery & water fall. Within the main area of lawned gardens there is a timber pergola leading into a woodland dell. The lawns extend down into the south west corner of the garden where there is a large ornamental lake with smaller ponds and bridges, all of which is extremely well enclosed and screened, within the confines of the gardens, by fencing and hedging.

The property is approached from the forest lane, via an electrically operated wooden gate leading to a sweeping circular gravel driveway with ample parking and turning. The driveway sweeps up to the front of the main house and gives vehicular access to a substantial GARAGE/ CAR PORT AREA: 43’ (13.10m) x 17’ (5.20m). This area incorporates triple bay open fronted car port, lockable garden store/workshop, light, power, electric charging point and water leading to integral wine cellar and internal staircase giving access to first floor substantial loft storage facility. Adjacent to this area there are two large open fronted storage areas. External oil fired boiler.

Vehicular access also leads to an impressive DETACHED TIMBER BARN which incorporates a ground floor open plan office area and shower facility, plus two first floor offices all of which could be adapted for a games/fitness facility with light and power.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: G

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