Sandleheath Marl Lane, Fordingbridge, SP6

Set within beautifully landscaped parkland-style grounds of approximately 4.5 acres. Enjoying an extremely private and peaceful setting on the fringes of Fordingbridge and the New Forest, the property offers over 5,400 sq ft of versatile accommodation ideal for multi-generational living, entertaining, or those seeking a rural work-from-home lifestyle.

Dating back to around 1900, the property originally formed part of the historic Sandle Manor Estate and is believed to have served as the gardener’s lodge to the main manor (now the nearby Forres Sandle Manor School). The house has since been significantly extended and sympathetically modernised, creating a stylish and comfortable home of scale and charm.

Internally, Sandle Grange is beautifully presented with a series of impressive reception rooms, many featuring a triple aspect, tall ceilings, decorative plasterwork, excellent natural light and fine views across the grounds and open countyside. The main entrance opens into a grand reception hall with a central fireplace. A generous L-shaped drawing room is provided with doors with stained glass windows and a wood-burning stove, while a separate sitting room also features a wood-burning stove and adjoins a large open-plan baking/dining/living area - perfect for modern family life - and with double french doors opening onto the extensive entertainment terrace. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with bespoke cabinetry, granite worktops, an AGA, range cooker, and a central island. There is ample space for informal dining and relaxed seating, with french doors opening directly onto the patio, creating a seamless link between indoor and outdoor living. A substantial utility/boot room leads into a spacious cloakroom and shower room with ample storage

A total of seven bedrooms are arranged over the first floor and accessed via two separate staircases, offering great flexibility. The principal suite features a stylish en-suite shower room and a walk-in dressing room with bespoke built-in furniture. Two further bedrooms have en-suite facilities, and a luxurious family bathroom boasts a five-piece suite with oversized shower and twin basins.
The house is approached via wrought iron gates from Marl Lane, a quiet unmade bridleway, leading to a long gravelled drive and an expansive courtyard providing ample parking. A double garage with boarded storage above sits beside a detached workshop and garden machinery store.

The gardens and grounds are a particular highlight, lying predominantly to the south, east and north of the house. Sweeping lawns are interspersed with mature trees—including an impressive willow—well-stocked flower beds, wildlife ponds, and a productive orchard with apple, plum and quince trees. A large, partly walled patio offers an ideal setting for al fresco dining and entertaining, with lovely views across the grounds. Approximately one acre is fenced as paddock.

Broadband & Mobile: Please refer to the Ofcom website for availability and coverage.

Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority regarding planning permissions, flood risk, school catchment areas and proposed developments. All services and appliances have not been tested by the agent.

Tenure: Freehold

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