An exceptional opportunity to acquire a delightful Grade II Listed thatched character cottage, built circa 1830 and occupying an enviable position directly within the boundaries of the New Forest National Park, in the highly sought-after village of Hale. Set within expansive grounds of approximately 2.9 acres comprising both well-maintained grazing paddocks and mature formal gardens, this property represents a dream prospective purchase for equestrian enthusiasts, smallholders, or those seeking a quintessential countryside lifestyle with direct access to miles of open forest riding and walking trails.

While the cottage requires some cosmetic enhancement, it offers an incredible opportunity for buyers to stamp their own identity on a historic home.

Entering the cottage via the welcoming thatched entrance porch, you step into an atmospheric lounge anchored by an impressive exposed brick inglenook fireplace with a heavy timber bressumer beam. An open archway leads effortlessly into a the dining room, which in turn opens into a light-filled kitchen and breakfast room alongside an adjoining conservatory overlooking the grounds. The kitchen, dining room, and conservatory form a single-storey extension constructed with an asbestos roof.

Completing the ground floor layout is a shower room with separate W.C., as well as a substantial attached utility room and store, which presents tremendous potential to convert into extended living space, a home office or bedroom subject to obtaining the necessary consents. A staircase leads up to the first floor, where you will find two double bedrooms including a bright, dual-aspect primary bedroom enjoying picturesque elevated views over the surrounding gardens.

Outside, the property is surrounded by beautiful formal lawns with established flower beds and mature shrubs. There are expansive paddocks perfect for horses or livestock. The exceptional equestrian and storage capacity is further enhanced by an extensive range of versatile outbuildings including a garage, a former milking parlour, a dedicated workshop, and an old tractor store.

The property offers convenient access to local infrastructure and regional hubs: the historic riverside market town of Fordingbridge lies just 4 miles to the southwest, the cathedral city of Salisbury is approximately 11 miles to the north, and the city of Southampton is within easy reach around 18 miles to the southeast, making it ideal for commuters and country lovers alike.

Further benefits include UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating. Council Tax Band D

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold (Grade II Listed)

Parking: Driveway and Garaging

Utilities:

Mains Gas

Mains Electric

Mains Water- Metered

Drainage: Mains Drainage

Broadband: Refer to ofcom website www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-and-broadband

Mobile Signal: Refer to ofcom website www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-and-broadband

Flood Risk: For more information refer to gov.uk, check long term flood risk www.gov.uk/check-long-term-flood-risk