For Sale3 Bedroom Detached House in Burley Road, Bockhampton, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23£900,000

A BEAUTIFUL 17TH CENTURY, GRADE II LISTED THATCHED COTTAGE, OFFERING A WEALTH OF CHARM AND CHARACTER, SET IN IDYLLIC GROUNDS OF APPROXIMATELY THREE-QUARTERS OF AN ACRE INCORPORATING STUNNING PICTURESQUE GARDENS, ALONG WITH A COLLECTION OF GARAGES AND OUTBUILDINGS. Occupying an attractive, convenient, yet semi-rural location on the edge of The New Forest National Park is this picture perfect, Grade II Listed, thatched Cottage believed to date back to the 1600s,   It has been extended and well maintained by the current owners over 50 years in occupation and offers a wealth of charm and character throughout.   This delightful home occupies a mature plot of approximately three-quarters of an acre with the beautiful, well stocked, landscaped gardens being a particular feature and further offering two Double Garages, one of which enjoys a Studio Annexe over and a further collection of Outbuildings. The property is situated in the popular hamlet of Bockhampton betwixt Christchurch and Bransgore, it overlooks farmland to the front and directly abuts open fields to the rear, it is well positioned to enjoy the delights of the local area, whether it be taking a gentle sea walk, enjoying Bournemouth's 5 miles of award winning sandy beaches, sailing, or exploring the rural side of the New Forest National Park. INTERNALLY: A cosy Snug features a red brick Inglenook fireplace with an inset Optimist fire. The separate extended Living Room enjoys a red brick fireplace and has a triple aspect with twin doors to the rear. A spacious traditional styled Kitchen offers a fine selection of units and a Range style oven. It flows openly to the Conservatory with delightful views over the stunning gardens. The ground floor further offers a Utility Room and a Shower Room. To the first floor, the spacious Master Bedroom enjoys a dual aspect with French doors opening to a Balcony, enjoying a fine view over the delightful gardens. This room further benefits from a Dressing Room and an En Suite Bathroom with a separate shower. Two further double Bedrooms both enjoy attractive views to the front. EXTERNALLY: The gardens have been lovingly tended by the current owners. The lawned gardens incorporate an extensive selection of specimen shrubs and trees along with tranquil ponds creating a truly serene environment.   There is also a Summer House and a further selection of Garden Sheds and Outbuildings. Furthermore, the property offers a vast gated Driveway, two Double Garages and a large Outbuilding for storage.   One of the Garages features a Studio Annexe in the loft space with its own entrance and a separate Shower Room. COUNCIL TAX BAND: G TENURE: FREEHOLD