Ringwood, Hampshire

MULBERRY HOUSE

Fine & Country New Forest are delighted to offer this luxurious home set in approximately 1.2 acres in the exclusive private estate of Avon Castle. Approaching almost 9,500 sqft, the property is fully equipped with a spectacular indoor swimming pool, a fully integrated cinema room, and start of the art technology including an automated control 4 home management system to provide the ultimate luxury lifestyle.

The Property

• Inspired by Georgian architecture, Mulberry House was built in 2015 and effortlessly blends state-of-the-art fixtures which have been further improved by the current owners to provide an exceptional contemporary home

• Accessed via secure electronic gates, the property is approached by a brick paved driveway

• Set in approximately 1.2 acres of wonderfully landscaped grounds, the property is extremely private and enjoys a south-westerly aspect on an elevated plot

• Approaching nearly 9,500 sq. ft, the property is arranged over four floors and features high ceilings throughout, filling the property with natural light

• Elegant wooden double doors make for a dramatic entrance into the hallway. The generous hallway space makes an impact with a statement stairway featuring bespoke designer carpet leading to the first floor

• The hallway offers access to all ground floor accommodation with every room offering spacious, light and airy living space, all cleverly laid out to more than meet the needs of a modern lifestyle

• The extensive kitchen/dining/family room stretches over 44 feet in length with an extremely well appointed kitchen at the front of the property centred around a large kitchen island

• The custom-made kitchen includes high-shine white cabinets, Corian work surfaces and branded integrated appliances to provide sleek and very useable space, ideal for a keen cook or a busy family

• The kitchen area opens up into a very spacious living area with lounge and casual dining zones

and Bi-folding doors accessing the extensive terrace and garden

• There is a useful utility area and separate laundry room, fitted with integrated appliances. For formal dining, the adjoining Dining Room is beautifully presented with quality polished wood flooring continuing throughout, and a wall of glass doors offering a pleasant vista over the gardens and grounds

• A further reception room is arranged as a decadent formal lounge with a feature fireplace and bespoke marble mantlepiece and further garden views and access

• To the front of the property there is a home office. This quiet spot is ideal for working from home and benefits from super-fast broadband via a bespoke BT 1GB leased line

• A sweeping central oak and glass staircase rises to a full galleried landing giving access to six beautifully appointed double bedrooms, each comprising a stylish bath/shower suite

• The principle suite is a lovely retreat, stylishly designed as the perfect place to relax with double aspect glazed doors leading onto a wraparound private balcony, an extensive dressing area with plenty of quality fitted storage and a luxurious ensuite bathroom and shower room

• All the bedrooms are ensuite with well-planned fitted storage and luxury finishes throughout. Bedroom 6 further benefits from a Juliette balcony overlooking the front of the property

• The furniture & contents of the house are available by separate negotiation

• Council Tax Band: H

• Energy Performance Rating: B Current: 85 Potential: 87

Cinema Room

• State-of-the-art cinema room offering a professional quality cinema experience

• An impressive and professionally installed split-tier cinema room featuring exquisite fixtures and fittings throughout its entirety

• Full integration with the control 4 system

• UHD projector and immersive 3D surround sound system

• Luxurious seating on two impressive levels ensuring maximum visibility and comfort

• Separate tech room housing the localised racking system, AV receiver and amplifier

• Additional room ideal for storage and a drinks fridge

• Air conditioning installed

House Specification

• Fully automated Control 4 home management system, operating security, audio, lighting, heating and electrical equipment

• Featuring oak flooring, internal doors and a sweeping oak staircase

• Living room comprising a Chesney fireplace with bespoke marble mantlepiece

• Sound system with integrated ceiling speakers linked to central music library or television sound

• Fitted Lutron blinds to all first-floor windows

• Zoned lighting system with inset down-lighting

• Underfloor heating throughout with zoned temperature controls

• Vent Axia Air circulation system throughout the property

• Heated indoor pool with ultraviolet cleaning system to reduce the need for chemicals

• Swimming pool and house heated via one boiler system

• Electrically operated insulated swimming pool cover

• Fully integrated cinema room entertainment system

• Mains connected smoke detection system

• All mains services connected

Proposed Cottage

• Planning Permission has been granted to convert what is currently arranged as a triple garage with impressive ancillary accommodation above, into a large annexed chalet, a perfect addition if needed for either multigenerational living or on-site staff such as a housekeeper. The ground floor space has unlimited potential and could also be used as a gymnasium, as well as an excellent extension for a working-from-home setup

Proposed New Garage Planning

• Permission was also granted in 2019 for the construction of a new fourbay garage and garden store, to be ideally sited on the south side of the house, adjacent to the electric gates. Planning Ref-(3/19/1467/HOU)

Grounds & Gardens

• Electric gates linked to the Control 4 home management system, open onto the sweeping paved drive, bordered by planted beds and lawns, which leads to a large parking area

• The detached triple garage complex with electric car charging point and electric doors (also connected to Control 4), comprises three bays with an external staircase to a superb studio above, with en-suite bathroom

• There is planning permission in place for a newly built 4 car garage and to convert the existing garage complex into a guest cottage

• The carefully landscaped grounds surround the house and are mainly laid to lawn, with an extensive low maintenance composite decked area spanning the width of the house, ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining, with comprehensive external lighting creating a wonderful evening ambiance

• A staircase leads down to the indoor swimming pool, which can also be accessed from the house - a superb leisure room comprising a heated pool, adjacent changing rooms and bifold doors opening on to the pool terrace, all bathed in natural light from a glass atrium

• Close board fencing and mature trees to the boundaries provide the gardens with a good degree of seclusion

• Security systems include extensive CCTV and vibration sensors on all doors and windows

Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 08974309

Registered Office: 4 Brackley Close, Bournemouth International Airport, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6SE copyright © 2023 Fine & Country Ltd.

Council Tax Band: H Tenure: Freehold

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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. Printed 06.01.2023

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