3 bedroom apartment for sale

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a stunning three bedroom duplex apartment forming part of a beautifully converted Grade II listed country house offering the ultimate London penthouse lifestyle, in the heart of the New Forest. The property enjoys a delightful southerly aspect and benefits from its own private balcony and generously sized roof terrace with scope to install an internal staircase up to the terrace and create an additional garden room (STP).

This apartment benefits from additional space upon entry. This provides for an additional seating or study area. There is ample storage space throughout the apartment with further benefits including impressively high ceilings, many period features and large sash windows allowing for lots of light throughout.

The generous sitting room features triple aspect sash windows offering spectacular far-reaching elevated views across the sumptuous grounds, the village of Lyndhurst and miles of forest to the Isle of Wight in the distance with southerly aspects. The feature fireplace is fitted with a gas coal fire set into a marble surround and hearth. Fitted cabinetry provides attractive storage and further illuminated glass shelving provides additional storage. The size of the room allows ample space for entertaining or relaxing. There is also access to the balcony which is shared with the principal bedroom.

The delightful kitchen has been refitted by Classic Kitchens in Christchurch, with modern units at both base and wall level with coordinating composite work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a fridge freezer and dishwasher with an inset sink drainer, some glass fronted units and and a Rangemaster with five ring gas hob, grill and concealed extractor fan over. The kitchen benefits from extensive open elevated views across the grounds and paddocks beyond.

The washing machine and dryer are conveniently located in a cupboard in the inner hallway.

The dining room has dual aspect windows and provides a very attractive location to enjoy entertaining and hosting dinner parties.

There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms with built in wardrobes and a third bedroom currently being used as an office. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom comprising bath with shower over, twin sinks with storage under, twin mirrored cabinets, WC, bidet and radiator. This room has a large sash window allowing access for plenty of light and has access to the balcony shared with the sitting room.

There is a separate shower room with corner shower cubicle, w/c, sink with vanity unit, radiator and window.

The property further benefits from its own private roof terrace accessed via the main communal staircase with door opening into a further glazed reception room making a delightful seating area to enjoy the views, with sliding double doors leading out onto the terrace.

The stunning roof terrace makes a superb area for al fresco dining and entertaining, including a garden room with fitted kitchen comprising dishwasher, cooker, fridge and freezer. There is a Solar Dome providing a warm, weather-proof seating area, dedicated barbecue area and Japanese garden with beautiful water feature. The views from here are breathtaking.

The Grade II Georgian mansion is accessed via an attractive drive, lined with rhododendrons and the grounds are immaculately maintained, the gardens are well stocked and there are woodland views from all aspects. There is a double garage with electric roller doors and a storage mezzanine.

In total, the beautiful gardens and grounds attributed to Northerwood House extend to approximately six acres.

Allotments are available for use of the residents if available or via a waiting list.

Agents Note:

There is potential to install an internal staircase to provide direct access up to the private roof terrace and create a further garden room STP which has been undertaken in the mirror image penthouse apartment in the west wing.

Additional Information:

Tenure: Share of Freehold

Term: 250 years from 1st January 2020

Lease Term Remaining: 245 years

Maintenance Charge: £1,585.24 quarterly for maintenance including grounds and management fee.

Ground Rent: Peppercorn

Energy Performance Rating: Not required as Grade II Listed

Council Tax Band: D

Holiday lets are not permitted.

Services: Mains gas, electric, water and drainage

Gas Central Heating

Flood Risk: Very Low

Broadband: ADSL Copper-based phone landline

Superfast broadband with speeds of up to 50 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom).

Mobile coverage: No known issues, buyer to check with their provider for further clarity.

Parking Arrangements: Garage and communal parking.

Leave Brockenhurst heading north towards Lyndhurst on the A337. After approximately 3 miles bear left at Goose Green T junction onto Chapel Lane/A35 and proceed to the end of the lane before turning left onto the A35, Bournemouth Road. After approximately 200 metres, turn right by Swan Green. Cross over the cattle grid and on reaching the crest of the hill turn right over a cattle grid to Northerwood House. Proceed down the tarmac drive to the house and the entrance to the apartment will be found directly in front as numbered.