Godshill Wood, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6

Set in the tranquil environs of Godshill Wood with the open forest on the doorstep, a stunning 5/6-bedroom split level family home of about 3,480 sq. ft. (including outbuilding) set in approximately 0.63 acre.

From its 1970s origins, Highfield House has been transformed by the current owners into a stylish and contemporary split level family home that takes full advantage of the south-facing, semi-elevated position it occupies. The majority of the principal rooms are blessed with a clear sense of natural light and a lovely outlook over a swimming pool terrace, garden and to the forest beyond. The adaptable accommodation is laid out over two floors; a welcoming entrance lobby featuring a rustic, cobbled floor leads to a show piece kitchen/breakfast/dining room, undoubtedly the heart of the home, one that is exquisitely fitted with bespoke cabinetry, a 4-oven electric Aga and vaulted ceilings designed to emphasise the scale and light that floods in through twin sets of glazed doors. The ground floor is also home to an elegant principal bedroom suite including luxury shower room and balcony, a further choice of bedrooms, a family sitting room and two offices. Practical considerations are comprehensively served by a utility room and well designed boot room complete with dog shower. There are three further bedrooms on the lower ground floor, complemented by another beautifully fitted bathroom. The hillside garden offers much privacy and enjoys a southerly aspect that enjoys a fine outlook over the sylvan setting.

Situated within the Western Escarpment Conservation Area of the New Forest National Park, Highfield House is positioned on a quiet New Forest lane close to the open heath, moor and woodland of Godshill Wood Inclosure and Castle Hill, from which there is access to glorious walking, riding and cycling countryside. The well-regarded communities of Woodgreen and Godshill are both within easy reach and between them supply a number of useful local amenities including a well run community shop at Woodgreen, popular public houses and village halls. Godshill is supported by its close links to Sandy Balls Holiday Centre, where there is a leisure complex, restaurant and shop.

The Avonside town of Fordingbridge (approximately 3 miles) provides a further range of day-to-day health, recreational and educational facilities. An excellent local road network ensures convenient access to Bournemouth, Southampton and the Cathedral City of Salisbury, all of which offer more comprehensive facilities including mainline rail links to London (Waterloo), and it is a short drive across the forest via the B3078 to Junction 1 of the M27 at Cadnam. There are international airports at Bournemouth and Southampton.

The house is discreetly set behind a cattle grid and electric wooden gates that open to a generous pea shingle frontage with ample parking and turning space and access to:

GARAGE: Double doors to front. Light and power connected.

HOME GYM: Double doors to front with vaulted ceiling and light and power connected.

The garden is located almost wholly to the rear of the property and benefits from a southerly aspect towards the neighbouring forest. Immediately adjoining the rear of the house is an expansive terrace, an ideal spot for al fresco dining and entertaining or simply basking in the privacy and outlook. The terrace runs to a heated swimming pool terrace with composite decking and again enjoys a lovely orientation and outlook. Beyond the pool and terraces the garden is laid to lawns, that follow the gradient of the hillside in a southerly and westerly direction with well planted borders and a variety of trees. Within the garden is a STABLE BLOCK comprising two boxes and a tack room, which may offer potential for alternate use (STPP)

New Forest District Council. Tax Band: G.

Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Air source heating to swimming pool.

Leave Fordingbridge travelling in a Northerly direction on the A338. Upon entering the village of Breamore turn right (signposted Woodgreen). Follow the road into Woodgreen and once over the bridges turn first right into the village High Street. Follow the High Street out of the village and turn right (signposted Castle Hill), passing by the viewpoint. Continue on this road for approximately 1 mile and the property will be located on the right hand side.

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