Brook House Shirley Holms, Sway, , , SO41 8NH

A stylistically beautiful classic ‘Art Deco’ residence set in sumptuous grounds approaching 2.5 acres fronting the open forest. The Property

This beautiful home originates back to 1935, Set the other side of the sitting room is a lovely when it was built for the then Kings Surgeon, double aspect multi-purpose music/family Henry Horace Alexander Emerson who was room with log burning stove with marble responsible for the hygiene of the entire British surround. Army. Epitomising the much revered ‘Art Deco’ period, an attractive white rendered Further rooms to the ground floor include a façade of curved white lines reminiscent of a study, double aspect bedroom with en-suite ship, give way to clean straight lines inside. bathroom and a good size cloakroom. Internally, the accommodation is both lavish and grand with large, well-proportioned rooms From the hallway, a turning stairwell ascends to dominating throughout. the galleried landing overhead, which in turn links to first floor bedroom accommodation To the ground floor, an attractive entrance and a front aspect balcony with wrought iron portico with brick pillars and balcony above balustrade. opens via a solid wood front door into an entrance hall. From here, an imposing The particularly impressive double aspect reception hall with exposed wooden floors links master suite features a good size bedroom with to the principle reception rooms which are built-in wardrobes. The adjoining en-suite orientated to enjoy the southerly aspect. bathroom is magnificent and opulent featuring a standalone bathtub with marble surround in An impressive triple aspect sitting room with the centre of the room, shower, vanity basin, wc log burning stove and marble surround and an and fitted wardrobes extending the full length adjoining double aspect dining room set of the room. From the en-suite bathroom there opposite the main entrance both offer is a doorway opening onto a private balcony impressive proportions, with access via a door overlooking the grounds and fields beyond. from the sitting room onto a covered terrace There are a further two good size guest and gardens. The triple aspect bedrooms to this level, both of which feature kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with an Aga en-suite shower rooms and private access doors cooker and a comprehensive range of modern opening onto a wonderful roof terrace with units and appliances with granite work surfaces wrought iron and trellis surround and Italian extending the full length of the room. At the far ceramic tiling. end of the kitchen is a dedicated pantry room and doors opening into a boot room, which in The first floor layout is completed by a family turn opens onto the rear terrace. bathroom with feature tiling and a stylish oversized basin.

The property enjoys a private location and further benefits from a detached annexe, triple open garage and additional outbuildings.

Grounds & Gardens

The property is approached via a five bar Further outbuildings include a stable and a field gate set between brick columns large timber workshop/outbuilding set to opening onto an extensive gravelled the side of the car port. driveway leading to a detached three car open garage and down to a turning circle in The stunning rear garden is a real spectacle front of the house. and features a summer house and a large expanse of manicured lawn garden The driveway then continues around the adjoining fields surrounded to the side by side of the property to a large area ideal for specimen planting and wonderfully boat storage. established woodland, with a delightful meandering pathway through the trees. Set to the side of the main residence is a detached, fully self-contained annexe To the other side of the garden is an comprising a double aspect sitting extensive kitchen garden/vegetable plot room/bedroom area opening onto a sun featuring large fruit cages, raised vegetable terrace, kitchenette and shower. beds, a greenhouse and potting shed.

The annexe offers considerable potential for the purposes of additional/guest accommodation or as a holiday let for additional income.

Adjoining the end of the annexe is a triple aspect garden room with tiled floor overlooking the fruit cages and raised beds.

£1,695,000 4 4 5 The Situation

Brook House is situated out on the open forest in an area referred to as Shirley Holms, the property being situated approximately 2 miles north of the Georgian market town of Lymington renowned for its river, marinas and yacht clubs. The neighbouring forest villages of Sway (about 1.5 miles west) and (about 2.5 miles north) both have useful mainline rail connections to London/Waterloo (journey time about 90 minutes). Lymington, Brockenhurst and Sway provide a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities.

Directions

From our office in Brockenhurst proceed towards the village of Sway, turning left just before the Hare and Hounds public house into Pitmore lane. Continue to follow the road before turning left where signposted for Shirley Holmes. The entrance to the property can then be found after a short distance on your right hand side.

Viewing By prior appointment only with the vendors sole selling agents Spencers of the .

Spencers of The New Forest would like to point out that all measurements set out in these particulars are approximate and are for guidance only. We have not tested any apparatus, equipment, systems or services etc and cannot confirm that they are in full for efficient working order or fit for purpose. No assumption should be made as to compliance with planning consents or current usage. Nothing in these particulars is intended to indicate that any carpets or curtains, furnishings or fittings, electrical goods (whether wired or not), gas fires or light fitments, or any other fixtures not expressly included form any part of the property being offered for sale. Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact us and we will be happy to confirm the position to you. Living In Sway

This leafy village on the southern edge Property is an attractive pick ‘n’ mix of of the New Forest has everything you everything including substantial could want for family life in the Forest. country houses, individual modern builds in good-sized plots, family There’s a village primary school rated homes, imaginative refurbishments, ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted, a vibrant closes of quality new terraces, chalet community with annual carnival, village bungalows and a smattering of hall (activities range from archery to Edwardian semi-detached villas and yoga), plus cricket, football and tennis thatched cottages. clubs. And while there’s easy access to the Forest’s open grassland, heathland Sway’s claims to fame include 200-foot and woodland for dog walking and high Sway Tower, the tallest structure cycling, Sway is off the Forest’s usual made out of non-reinforced concrete, tourist tracks and feels peaceful and and the countryside around Sway was relaxed. the setting for Captain Marryat’s work The Children of the New Forest. The village centre combines the unusual with the desirable: a contemporary arts hub, quality businesses, mainline railway station, choice of popular pubs, good cafe/deli, award-winning butcher’s, village store and post office among others.

Points Of Interest

Brockenhurst Golf Club 1.6 miles Lymington Hospital 1.6 miles Brockenhurst Train Station 2.0 miles (Private School) 2.0 miles Sway Train Station 2.2 miles Careys Manor 2.2 miles Brockenhurst Sixth Form 2.3 miles Waitrose Lymington 2.3 miles Lymington Quay 2.4 miles Lymington Recreation Centre 2.5 miles For more information or to arrange a viewing please contact us: Holbrook House, 56 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst S042 7RA T: 01590 622 551 E: [email protected] www.spencersnewforest.com