Chain-free four-bedroom chalet-bungalow with large garden and private forest access.
Direct gated access to New Forest woodland and heathland
Set directly on the edge of the New Forest, Holly Cottage is a four-bedroom detached chalet-bungalow that offers a rare blend of seclusion and village convenience. The house sits on a large, private plot with a gated path leading straight into ancient woodland — ideal for families who want immediate outdoor access and peaceful, country living. The accommodation extends to about 1,400 sq ft and includes a bright L-shaped living room with a wood-burning stove, a conservatory/dining area, and an integral garage with parking beneath the house.
Practical daily living is well-covered: the kitchen integrates a dishwasher and utility space, the conservatory is heated for year-round use, and the principal bedroom plus ground-floor bedroom work well for multi-generational living. The plot is a standout asset — a low-maintenance wraparound garden, paved patio for entertaining, and mature treed boundaries that deliver privacy and long views across heathland.
There are straightforward improvement opportunities that add value. The house was constructed in the late 1960s/early 1970s and cavity walls are assumed uninsulated, so upgrading insulation and modernising heating/controls would improve comfort and running costs. The property has one family bathroom serving four bedrooms and a loft-first-floor layout that could be reconfigured or extended (subject to consents) to create additional bathrooms or larger bedrooms.
Important practical points to note: tenure details are not provided and should be confirmed; the property is offered chain-free for a smoother purchase; broadband speeds are good, mobile signal average. Overall this is a solid family home or rural retreat with excellent scope to personalise, modernise and capitalise on the unique forest-front position.