Charming 1900s Two-Bedroom Cottage in Fordingbridge

This delightful two-bedroom end-terrace cottage, dating back to the 1890s, is full of character and original features. Conveniently located within a few minutes walk of Fordingbridge High Street and only 3 miles from the New Forest, the home offers a cosy sitting room with a log burner, a country-style kitchen/breakfast room, an attic room office space, a pretty garden, off-road parking, and a garage.

From the street, a new door opens into the bright and airy living room, setting the tone for the charm and character that continues throughout the home. This inviting space features a sash-style doube-glazed front window and a log-burning stove – a stunning focal point. Set under an oak mantel, the stove adds to the cottage’s charm. Well decorated, this room provides ample space for a sofa suite and a TV unit, and space for storage.

The country-style kitchen is well-equipped with a range of floor and wall units, tile-effect flooring, work surfaces with an inset ceramic Belfast sink and mixer taps. A window above the sink overlooks the rear garden. There is a freestanding oven, with a built-in extractor and tiled splashback. Beneath the stairwell is space for a small dining table and a fridge freezer. Stairs lead up to the first floor.

The kitchen opens to the utility area framed by a feature wooden beam,with space and plumbing for a washing machine, a worktop for additional storage or a microwave, and a wall-mounted combination boiler. A UPVC door, sheltered under a small porch, provides access to the rear garden.

The bathroom has recently been renovated and includes a wood-panelled bath with an overhead shower, part tiled walls, a handbasin with chrome taps, and a low-level WC. The radiator and a towel rail provide warmth and comfort.

Upstairs, the main bedroom, located at the front of the property, this bedroom is light and airy, featuring a sash-style window matching the living room below. The room comfortably accommodates a king-size bed with bedside tables on either side and benefits from two built-in wardrobes flanking the chimney breast. There is additional space for a dressing table.

Positioned at the rear of the property, bedroom 2 has a small fitted wardrobe and a window overlooking the garden. A stable-style door provides access to a second staircase leading up to the attic room.

The attic room offers a versatile space suitable for a home office, playroom, or hobby room. The room could accommodate a double bed. It is carpeted, and benefits from a side window. Built-in shelving and under-eaves storage add practicality.

Outside, the rear garden is a standout feature, with a sandstone-tiled pathway leading to a raised patio area, perfect for outdoor dining beneath a pergola. A lower lawned section with oak sleeper borders adds to the charm. The garden is enclosed by panelled fencing and can be accessed from the front via a wrought iron gate leading to a shingled pathway, ideal for bin storage. A secondary wooden gate secures the garden.

The garage, located to the rear of the property, is accessed via a shared driveway from Shaftesbury Street. It features an up-and-over door, power, and lighting. The back door leads onto the patio, where the back of the garage has been clad in wood, complete with outdoor lights for the patio and pergola. Allocated parking is available in front of the garage, with a gate providing access to the garden.

This charming cottage presents a wonderful opportunity. With its character features, modern comforts, and excellent location, it offers a perfect blend of history and practicality.

Living room (11′ 0″ x 11′ 0″ (3.35m x 3.35m))
Charming, cosy living room with woodburning stove.

Kitchen / dining room (11′ 0″ x 9′ 6″ (3.35m x 2.90m))
Well fitted kitchen, with Belfast sink, space for dining table and a fridge freezer. Potential for a dishwasher in tumble dryer housing.

Bathroom
Nicely renovated bathroom, with heated towel rail. Double glazed window.

Bedroom 1 (11′ 0″ x 9′ 10″ (3.35m x 3.00m))
Spacious front bedroom, large enough to accommodate a king-size bed, benefitting from built-in wardrobes and double glazed window,

Bedroom 2 (9′ 7″ x 8′ 5″ (2.92m x 2.57m))
Built in cupboard and double glazed window overlooking the rear garden.

Attic room (10′ 3″ x 9′ 10″ (3.12m x 3.00m))
Well finished attic space used as a home office, with insulated ceiling above pine panelling.