Eastwoods Nr Shirley Holms | Lymington | Hampshire | SO41 6BW
EASTWOODS A superb estate in the heart of the New Forest approaching 40 acres, within just 6 to 8 minutes drive from Lymington town, its facilities and marinas. In the outstanding location between Mount Pleasant and Shirley Holms, virtually bordering the forest, the long drive leads to a delightful secluded family home in an elevated position with uninterrupted views over the estate. The diverse and quality landscape encompasses both considerable outbuildings and substantial stables. Located in the very best part of the New Forest and easily accessible to the sailing delights of Lymington, the equestrian attractions of this property, its privacy and the very easy access to London by car or train make this an ideal home for a family with wide interests.
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FEATURES Ground Floor • Entrance hall - Cloakroom/WC - Drawing room • Dining room - Music room/library - Study • Kitchen/breakfast room - Utility room - Outside WC • Four car garage currently used as an office/studio with room above First floor • Six bedrooms - Four bathrooms - Further WC Outbuildings • Main stable block with nine loose boxes and four further stable rooms used for tack and feed storage • Additional block of two loose boxes and further store room Cattle byres • Extensive concrete hard-standing and two very substantial concrete frame buildings Gardens & Grounds • Land approaching 40 acres • Paddocks - Fields - Woodlands - Gardens - Parkland Setting • Outdoor swimming pool - Jacuzzi - Extensive patio area • Registered Farm - Forest Rights DIRECTIONS From our office in the High Street proceed past the church into St Thomas Street. Upon reaching the one way system bear right heading out of Lymington on the A337 signposted Brockenhurst and Southampton. After passing through the traffic lights and over the mini roundabout, bear left by the Tollhouse Inn into Sway Road. Proceed down Sway Road for approximately 2 miles and turn right at the Wheel Inn into Pitmore Lane. Continue along Pitmore Lane where the property is found a few hundred yards after the turning to Mount Pleasant Lane on the right hand side.
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THE HOUSE An impressive oak-paneled front door leads to the entrance lobby with a travertine floor which extends to the hall, with the main staircase, under stairs cupboard and doors to the main reception rooms. The lovely drawing room faces south and west with an Adam style fireplace and open fire. French doors also open out onto the gardens. From the main hall an archway then leads on to the inner hallway and the attractive south facing dining room; this also has an open stone fireplace. Adjacent is the south facing music room/library with a fireplace with oak paneling above opposite a range of oak shelving with cupboards below. Off from the hallway is a large cloakroom with separate WC. A glazed door then gives access to the kitchen/breakfast room. This pleasant L-shaped room has exposed brickwork walls, granite worktops and a four oven Aga and glazed double sink. There is a full range of integrated appliances including an electric oven and dishwasher. There is an additional ‘Butler’s pantry’ providing a further range of built in floor and wall mounted cupboards and a second dishwasher. Adjacent sets of French doors open out onto the terrace and there a separate shelved larder. At the end of the kitchen is a lobby with space for an Americanstyle fridge, through to access to the rear hallway which provides a second staircase to the first floor. Situated here is the study adjacent to a glazed door giving access to the rear porch, separate front and back doors, and a utility room with two gas fired boilers providing the domestic hot water and central heating. This utility room also houses a hot water tank, washing machine, tumble dryer, sink and other utilities. There is an adjacent small wine-cellar room. A further door opens giving access to the four-car garage, presently used as an office/studio, with equivalent-sized games/storage room above. Externally there is a further outside WC at the back of the house, a storage room off the back door courtyard, and a further exterior accessed storage room used for garden and terrace soft furnishings. The main staircase in the front hall leads up to the landing, giving lovely views over the gardens, and onto the first floor hallways. Off this are four main double bedrooms, all with stunning views over the gardens and grounds; the master suite has an en suite dressing room, and a large shower/bathroom. There are then three further bedrooms and two bathrooms. A connecting door leads through to the rear landing where there are two further bedrooms, a fourth bathroom and a further separate WC with the staircase leading down to the ground floor rear hallway, making an ideal staff or granny flat.
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Seller Insight Eastwoods is an extremely impressive, forty acre private estate that occupies an enviable location within the glorious surroundings of the New Forest. “Before moving here just over twenty-one years ago we were living in Kensington,” says the owner. “We were all extremely happy there, but my wife and I had always agreed that when the children got a bit older we would move out of central London. I knew the south coast rather well as my hobby was messing around in boats, and our eldest son was a boarder at Walhampton, which is a fabulous school, so it seemed like the perfect place to settle.” “It took us months to find the ideal home, but when we came across Eastwoods we felt like we had really hit the jackpot. A wealthy local businessman built the house in 1928, and after initially purchasing the land he decided to plant the house right in the middle, which makes it quite unique. Most other houses in the forest are built near to the road, but Eastwoods is set right back, and enveloped by its gorgeous undulating grounds. It really is a fantastic property and so secluded that most people don’t know that it’s here.” “At one time the property was an equestrian estate, so we have paddocks, fields and a stables yard,” continues the owner, “but the rest of the grounds have the feeling of open parkland. We have formal gardens, an area of woodland and a swimming pool, which is surrounded by its own terrace. It’s lovely because it’s slightly elevated and so overlooks not only the grounds, but also the forest beyond.” Favourite Room: “The house is a wonderful family home and has been a fabulous place to bring up our three children, but I think it’s the grounds that I love most,” says the owner. “It’s a bit like living in one’s very own kingdom.” Favourite aspect of the grounds or surrounding area: “This really is a beautiful part of the country, and so much fun,” says the owner. “I love being near to the water – it’s ideal for serious sailing or just messing around in boats – and we’re adjacent to the forest, which in itself is pretty staggering.” Memorable event:“Although Eastwoods is without doubt a very beautiful home, around a year ago I obtained confirmation from the National Parks that the house could either be altered or completely taken down and a new house be built in its place, so the potential is there for the property to be enhanced further.” What they’ll miss most / why they are leaving: “We have decided to downsize, but we will be sad to leave Eastwoods,” says the owner. “It’s been a real privilege and an absolute joy to live here for the past twenty one years.”*
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THE OUTBUILDINGS For the equestrian enthusiasts there is an attractive main rectangular stable courtyard with nine loose boxes and four further stable rooms used for tack, feed storage and foaling. This courtyard has concrete washdown areas and easy access to the several paddocks, manège and fields. Adjacent to the stable courtyard is a very large concrete-framed storage, hangar or workshop building measuring 60ft x 30ft with an entrance height through sliding doors of 14ft. With internal access this joins another large storage barn measuring 71ft x 30ft with an entrance height of 11ft 4in. In addition, there is a further timber-framed block of two loose box stables and a store room, and there is a range of 2 x 4 open fronted cattle byres. The whole area of stables, buildings and byres fronts a substantial concreted area and is shielded from the grounds by a long and appropriately high beech hedge.
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THE GARDENS & GROUNDS Unusually for the New Forest, Eastwoods sits almost centrally within its own elevated land which comprises towards forty acres of paddocks, fields, specialist trees, general woodland areas, gardens, rhododendrons and lawns, giving a lovely undulating oak-studded parkland feel to this unique estate property. It enjoys a high degree of privacy, but is not remote, and most importantly has further potential to enlarge if required. The very large outbuildings could be used or adapted for a car collection, boats or other storage, a helicopter hangar, indoor swimming pool and/ or gymnasium complex. A lovely feature is the outdoor swimming pool with vast terrace which overlooks the fields beyond. Being within close proximity to the historic sailing town of Lymington around only two miles to the south, and the mainline railway station at Brockenhurst around three miles to the north (with its recognized excellent services to London Waterloo), makes Eastwoods a perfect small estate retreat for people seeking privacy, peace and tranquility without being too isolated: and, of course, it brings the delights of the New Forest, the excellent equestrian facilities, the sailing, the golf and the unique charm of the near-Lymington lifestyle. The property is a Registered Farm and has Forest Rights. SERVICES Mains gas, electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage is to a private system. COUNCIL TAX BAND H
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LYMINGTON Lymington is a pretty, Georgian seaside town located just south of the New Forest. The town is famous for offering some of the finest sailing waters in the UK and is home to the Royal Lymington Yacht Club which makes it an extremely popular hub for the yachting enthusiast. Lymington High Street is the venue for the bustling Saturday street market and has a tremendous variety of unique boutiques and shops, as well as cafes, pubs and restaurants to enjoy all year round. As well as this, there are many parks and areas such as the Old Town Quay in which to relax and take in the atmosphere of this charming, individual town. The Quay itself is reached via a small winding cobbled street and provides impressive outlooks over the Lymington River. One should enjoy the locally made ice cream from one of the parlours whilst taking in this wonderful view. Lymington is a popular year round destination with a great deal to offer, including easy transport into and out of town. A regular ferry link gives easy access to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, whilst the nearby village of Brockenhurst also offers a fast rail service to London (approx. 90 minutes to Waterloo). Cobbled streets and beautiful scenery means Lymington is a highly sought after area with demand frequently surpassing supply. A large portion of homes in Lymington have been redeveloped into modern apartments and retirement properties, although there are still some Grade II Listed homes and properties dating back to the Georgian and Victorian era.
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Caldwells (Lymington) Ltd. Registered in England & Wales No.3181191 Registered Address: Beaufort House, 69 High Street, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 9AL copyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd.
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed
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