Summary - MERRIETHOUGHT COTTAGE STUCKTON FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 2HG
9 bed 5 bath Detached
**Standout Features:**
- Expansive 18-acre estate
- Main house: 5 bedrooms, 5 reception rooms
- Detached 3-bedroom cottage
- Swimming pool and pond
- Ample garage space and outbuildings
- Newly renovated while retaining Victorian architectural charm
- Located near New Forest National Park
Set within a breathtaking 18-acre countryside estate, The Merrie Thought is a late Victorian country house that offers both luxury and versatility. With its main residence featuring five spacious bedrooms and multiple elegant reception rooms—including a grand 26ft drawing room with a striking original fireplace—this home is perfect for family living or entertaining. The recently renovated interior marries modern comforts with classic period features like high ceilings and ample natural light, highlighted by a beautiful sunroom that opens directly to a stunning garden.
In addition to the main house, a separate three-bedroom cottage provides excellent accommodation options for guests or potential rental income, while a large studio offers exciting possibilities for a home office or creative space. The outdoor area is designed for leisure and enjoyment, boasting a heated swimming pool, terraced lounging space, and picturesque landscaped gardens, all set against the serene backdrop of paddocks, woodland, and an enchanting pond teeming with wildlife.
Though the property promises tranquility, it retains accessibility to local amenities and recreational opportunities near the New Forest National Park. Additionally, excellent mobile connectivity ensures that rural living does not compromise on modern conveniences. While council tax is on the higher end for the area, the affluence of the location and the expansive features of the estate justify the investment. Don't miss your chance to own this unique blend of history, comfort, and potential—properties of this caliber rarely stay on the market for long.
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