Linwood, Ringwood, BH24

NO FORWARD CHAIN

Guide price £1,250,000 - £1,350,000. The property is truly a jewel within the New Forest, offering a sanctuary of peace, privacy and picturesque beauty. A unique opportunity to purchase an ideal equestrian facility, family home or even an extravagent redevelopment site in a stunning New Forest location of a total 11 acres approximately, with forest access, overlooking Linwood.

The main residence is nestled within a one-acre south facing plot, the property consists of a ‘residence’ with annexe, lodge, pool house, stables and barns with commanding views over a further 10 acres in the hamlet of Linwood. The residence could suit a variety of purchasers such as multi-generational living or outdoor enthusiasts

Available for the first time in over 50 years the property offers a unique potential, subject to planning permission, to create an outstanding new country residence in a landscaped parkland, or an equestrian estate with direct access to the New Forest. There is almost tremendous potential to further extend and improve the existing footprint STPP, creating the ideal home in one of the northerly North Forest’s most desirable locations.

Gardens and Grounds:

The property is approached through a five bar gate with access to a drive which leads up to the property.

There is plenty of parking, which leads to a large barn. There are also stables and a tack room.

The majority of the land is made up of 3 paddocks; of which all have water supply, a detached outbuilding as well as a post and rail.

Please note; There is a right of way on the edge of the boundary, to the west side of the site, which provides access onto Toms Lane.

Situation:

Nestled in the rural hamlet of Linwood, this property is positioned in the heart of the New Forest National Park. The elevated (High Corner) approach roads with far reaching views have a true sense of returning home to the ‘Shires’. This exceptional location offers direct access to thousands of acres of natural heath and woodland, making it an ideal setting for enthusiasts of walking, cycling, and riding. Adding to the locale’s charm is the proximity to the popular ‘High Corner Inn’, offering fine dining and accommodation. Within walking distance is the ‘Red Shoot Inn’, famed for its own brewery and within riding distance is “the Royal Oak’ at Fritham, which remains totally original.

The Local Area:

Ringwood offers the best of all worlds being the oldest market town positioned on the edge of the New Forest. It is an increasingly popular destination for home hunters. Best known as the home of Ringwood Brewery (inspiration for the current boom in microbreweries), it is undergoing a re-identification. The old cattle market has been transformed into a stylish shopping quarter with names such as Aga, Hobbs, Joules, Waitrose and Waterstones, and a programme of events that includes live music and farmers markets. The adjacent high street has retained its character, with a traditional weekly market and a selection of independents, a new artisan bakery, and a variety of eateries. Families are attracted by the sense of community and highly regarded secondary school (its sixth form provision rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted).

In addition to being located in a prime forest location the road communications are excellent as the A31 dual carriageway bisects the New Forest and leads directly on to the M27, which links with the M3 for Winchester and London. Southampton and Bournemouth being approximately 16 and 15 miles respectively. For boating enthusiasts various south coast centres are within a reasonable driving distance, notably at Poole, Christchurch and Lymington.

Direction:

Exit Ringwood along the A338 Ringwood to Fordingbridge road. After about two miles turn right signposted to Linwood. This road will take you over a cattle grid and you bear right over a humped back bridge and then you turn left. Continue along this road which will take you to Linwood. Go through this small hamlet passing the Red Shoot and then down a hill and up again and then you bear left and continue along this road looking out for the signpost to the High Corner Inn. You will come to a lane which will take you down a hill passing the pub on your left and the property will be located on your left hand side, signified by the sign stating Middle Earth.