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Freehold
Guide price
£790,000
6 bed country house for sale
Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire SP66 beds
2 baths
4 receptions
EPC rating: E
Key Information
Tenure:
Freehold
Council tax band:
D
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Western Downland Church of England Aided Primary School 0.2 miles
- Forres Sandle Manor School 2.5 miles
- Salisbury 7.6 miles
- Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing 16.3 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- Rare opportunity to acquire a pair of 3-bedroom cottages
- Located in the sought-after village of Rockbourne
- Generous gardens
- 6 bedrooms
- 4 reception rooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Attractive grounds of approx. 0.6 acre in total
- Future potential and investment opportunity
A rare opportunity to acquire a pair of 3-bedroom semi-detached cottages in the heart of the pretty village of Rockbourne, each set in a generous garden plot.
1 & 2 Yonge Cottages are a pair of attractive semi-detached cottages of traditional red brick elevation dating from the late Victorian years. The cottages occupy a semi-elevated position set well back from the village through road in a semi-elevated position, approached via a shared access driveway.
1 Yonge Cottages
The cottage sits in an established, very well-maintained garden plot of approximately 0.36 acre that slopes on a gentle gradient down to the roadside, and there is a detached brick outhouse shared with No. 2 Yonge Cottages for storage. The cottage benefits from oil fired central heating and recently replaced double-glazed windows and is generally in well maintained condition, albeit with slightly dated décor. We understand the cottage is currently let out on a protected tenancy to the current occupant(s) without the right to succession dating from 1974, which does not include the full extent of the garden, which will provide a regular income stream. Various necessary improvements have recently been completed that include underpinning of the front corner of the house and installation of a firewall.
2 Yonge Cottages
The cottage is accessed via the shared driveway that passes to the rear of No. 1 and opens to a parking and turning area. There is again a generous garden plot of approximately 0.23 acre to the south and west of the cottage as well as an oil-fired central heating system and replacement double-glazed windows. Having been the subject of various improvements in recent years, the cottage is presented in very good decorative condition. We understand the cottage is currently let out on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy and there is a valid planning consent for a 2-storey rear extension (App. No. 23/11240). Further details are available online at .
In addition, we understand there may be scope to put a small home office in the garden or utilise the existing brick outbuildings for an alternative purpose, subject to securing planning permission.
The sought after Downland village of Rockbourne sits amidst lovely rolling countryside, much of which is a designated Conservation Area. Rockbourne is home to a thriving community that benefits from a reputable primary school - which is within close walking distance - a village hall, a church and popular public house. The Avonside town of Fordingbridge (4 miles) provides a comprehensive range of day to day services, including schooling, a medical/health centre, a good range of local shops, a building society and a library.
The excellent communications network allows ready access to the regional centres of Salisbury, Bournemouth and Southampton; all have mainline rail links to London Waterloo and there are airports at the latter two. A myriad of footpaths and bridleways exist in the surrounding area and there is magnificent out-riding to be had on Whitsbury Downs; the contrasting moor, heath and woodland of the New Forest is approximately four miles to the East.
New Forest District Council.
1 Yonge Cottages - Tax Band D.
2 Yonge Cottages - Tax Band D.
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating to 1 & 2 Yonge Cottages.We are advised that the loft insulation of both properties has recently been upgraded.
Leave Fordingbridge travelling towards Sandleheath and Damerham on the B3078. Upon reaching Sandleheath, turn right at the crossroads (sign posted Rockbourne) and proceed into the village. The entrance to the cottages will be found after the War Memorial on the left hand side.
1 Yonges Cottages
Entrance Hall
Stairs to first floor.
Shower Room
Tiled shower cubicle. Wash hand basin. WC.
Kitchen
L-shaped. Fitted with a comprehensive range of units at base and eye level. Roll top work surface. 1 1/2 bowl sink with mixer tap and drainer. Integral Hotpoint electric hob with extractor over and oven under.
Sitting Room
Side aspect. Open to:
Dining Room
Side aspect.
Landing
Roof access.
Bedroom1
Side aspect overlooking garden. Built in double wardrobe.
Bedroom 2
Dual aspect. Airing cupboard. Built in wardrobe.
Bedroom 3
Side aspect. Built in wardrobe and shelved cupboard.
2 Yonges Cottages
Entrance Porch
Entrance Hall
Stairs to first floor.
Bathroom
Panelled bath with shower over. Wash hand basin. WC.
Kitchen
Fitted with a comprehensive range of units comprising cupboards and drawers. Work surface over surrounding sink. Integrated electric hob with extractor over and oven under.
Sitting Room
Side aspect. Fireplace.
Dining Room
Fireplace housing wood burning stove.
Landing
Bedroom 1
Side aspect.
Bedroom 2
Side aspect. Built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 3
Dual aspect. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder.
1 & 2 Yonge Cottages are a pair of attractive semi-detached cottages of traditional red brick elevation dating from the late Victorian years. The cottages occupy a semi-elevated position set well back from the village through road in a semi-elevated position, approached via a shared access driveway.
1 Yonge Cottages
The cottage sits in an established, very well-maintained garden plot of approximately 0.36 acre that slopes on a gentle gradient down to the roadside, and there is a detached brick outhouse shared with No. 2 Yonge Cottages for storage. The cottage benefits from oil fired central heating and recently replaced double-glazed windows and is generally in well maintained condition, albeit with slightly dated décor. We understand the cottage is currently let out on a protected tenancy to the current occupant(s) without the right to succession dating from 1974, which does not include the full extent of the garden, which will provide a regular income stream. Various necessary improvements have recently been completed that include underpinning of the front corner of the house and installation of a firewall.
2 Yonge Cottages
The cottage is accessed via the shared driveway that passes to the rear of No. 1 and opens to a parking and turning area. There is again a generous garden plot of approximately 0.23 acre to the south and west of the cottage as well as an oil-fired central heating system and replacement double-glazed windows. Having been the subject of various improvements in recent years, the cottage is presented in very good decorative condition. We understand the cottage is currently let out on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy and there is a valid planning consent for a 2-storey rear extension (App. No. 23/11240). Further details are available online at .
In addition, we understand there may be scope to put a small home office in the garden or utilise the existing brick outbuildings for an alternative purpose, subject to securing planning permission.
The sought after Downland village of Rockbourne sits amidst lovely rolling countryside, much of which is a designated Conservation Area. Rockbourne is home to a thriving community that benefits from a reputable primary school - which is within close walking distance - a village hall, a church and popular public house. The Avonside town of Fordingbridge (4 miles) provides a comprehensive range of day to day services, including schooling, a medical/health centre, a good range of local shops, a building society and a library.
The excellent communications network allows ready access to the regional centres of Salisbury, Bournemouth and Southampton; all have mainline rail links to London Waterloo and there are airports at the latter two. A myriad of footpaths and bridleways exist in the surrounding area and there is magnificent out-riding to be had on Whitsbury Downs; the contrasting moor, heath and woodland of the New Forest is approximately four miles to the East.
New Forest District Council.
1 Yonge Cottages - Tax Band D.
2 Yonge Cottages - Tax Band D.
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating to 1 & 2 Yonge Cottages.We are advised that the loft insulation of both properties has recently been upgraded.
Leave Fordingbridge travelling towards Sandleheath and Damerham on the B3078. Upon reaching Sandleheath, turn right at the crossroads (sign posted Rockbourne) and proceed into the village. The entrance to the cottages will be found after the War Memorial on the left hand side.
1 Yonges Cottages
Entrance Hall
Stairs to first floor.
Shower Room
Tiled shower cubicle. Wash hand basin. WC.
Kitchen
L-shaped. Fitted with a comprehensive range of units at base and eye level. Roll top work surface. 1 1/2 bowl sink with mixer tap and drainer. Integral Hotpoint electric hob with extractor over and oven under.
Sitting Room
Side aspect. Open to:
Dining Room
Side aspect.
Landing
Roof access.
Bedroom1
Side aspect overlooking garden. Built in double wardrobe.
Bedroom 2
Dual aspect. Airing cupboard. Built in wardrobe.
Bedroom 3
Side aspect. Built in wardrobe and shelved cupboard.
2 Yonges Cottages
Entrance Porch
Entrance Hall
Stairs to first floor.
Bathroom
Panelled bath with shower over. Wash hand basin. WC.
Kitchen
Fitted with a comprehensive range of units comprising cupboards and drawers. Work surface over surrounding sink. Integrated electric hob with extractor over and oven under.
Sitting Room
Side aspect. Fireplace.
Dining Room
Fireplace housing wood burning stove.
Landing
Bedroom 1
Side aspect.
Bedroom 2
Side aspect. Built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 3
Dual aspect. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder.
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Woolley & Wallis
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