Ashley is a small hamlet close to the town of New Milton, which offers a wide range of restaurants and shopping facilities, together with a mainline railway station with a regular service to London Waterloo. The Georgian town of Lymington is a short distance away with its extensive sailing facilities and Saturday market. Within close proximity of the property are some of the coastlines most stunning beaches with panoramic views across Hurst Point and the Isle of Wight.

Externally, the property continues to impress with beautifully landscaped grounds with Hampton flower show, award winning Easi grass and excellent ancillary accommodation. A substantial storage shed is positioned alongside the annexe.

Twin Iroko hardwood gates open onto a large block-paved driveway providing extensive off-road parking. Mature hedging offers a high degree of privacy, while the frontage has been thoughtfully designed for low-maintenance enjoyment with artificial lawn, a secluded patio seating area, and an attractive brick-built well with slate roof detailing. A paved pathway provides convenient side access, while the garden enjoys a particularly private aspect backing directly onto mature woodland.

Additional features include a substantial timber outbuilding with power and lighting, together with a garage currently utilised as a gym, complete with electric roller door and direct garden access.

Additional Information:

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax Band: Main house – E Annexe – A

Energy Performance Rating: C Current: 75 Potential: 80

All mains services connected

Heating: Gas central heating

Flood Risk: Very low

The property also has an Electric Vehicle (EV) charging point installed.

Superfast broadband with speeds of up to 80 Mbps is available at the property (Ofcom).

Broadband: ADSL Copper-based phone landline

Mobile Signal/Coverage: No known issues, please check with your provider for further clarity.

A charming covered porch opens into a welcoming entrance hall, complete with understairs storage and a downstairs cloakroom. Rich oak finishes and traditional detailing create an immediate sense of warmth and quality throughout the home.

To the left, an impressive dual-aspect formal sitting room provides a bright yet cosy living space, enhanced by exposed timber beams and a striking feature fireplace with new gazco log burner. Double casement doors open directly onto the rear patio, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. The ground floor further benefits from a spacious separate dining room with timber-effect flooring, flowing effortlessly into a stunning triple-aspect sun lounge flooded with natural light. Large bi-fold doors extend onto the garden, while an additional gazco log burner creates an inviting atmosphere year-round. Oak double doors lead through to a secluded and versatile fully fitted home office.

Completing the ground floor is a beautifully designed contemporary kitchen/breakfast room finished in neutral tones, featuring a marble-effect central island, Smeg range cooker, and integrated Neff dishwasher. Adjacent is a separate utility room accommodating a large American-style Samsung fridge/freezer, additional loft storage, and an enclosed boiler room.

A charming covered porch opens into a welcoming entrance hall, complete with understairs storage and a downstairs cloakroom. Rich oak finishes and traditional detailing create an immediate sense of warmth and quality throughout the home.

To the left, an impressive dual-aspect formal sitting room provides a bright yet cosy living space, enhanced by exposed timber beams and a striking feature fireplace with new gazco log burner. Double casement doors open directly onto the rear patio, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. The ground floor further benefits from a spacious separate dining room with timber-effect flooring, flowing effortlessly into a stunning triple-aspect sun lounge flooded with natural light. Large bi-fold doors extend onto the garden, while an additional gazco log burner creates an inviting atmosphere year-round. Oak double doors lead through to a secluded and versatile fully fitted home office.

Completing the ground floor is a beautifully designed contemporary kitchen/breakfast room finished in neutral tones, featuring a marble-effect central island, Smeg range cooker, and integrated Neff dishwasher. Adjacent is a separate utility room accommodating a large American-style Samsung fridge/freezer, additional loft storage, and an enclosed boiler room.

An engineered oak staircase rises to the spacious first floor, recently refreshed with quality carpeting throughout. This level comprises three generously proportioned bedrooms. To the rear, the first bedroom is a spacious double enjoying pleasant views across the garden and woodland beyond.

A second large double bedroom also benefits from an abundance of natural light and a bright, airy feel. Serving these rooms is a beautifully appointed family bathroom finished with premium Porcelanosa tiling, incorporating a walk-in shower, central bathtub, WC, and heated towel rail.

The principal suite is particularly impressive, offering substantial proportions alongside a dedicated dressing area and walk-in wardrobe, leading through to a superbly finished en-suite shower room continuing the elegant Porcelanosa finish, complete with separate wash basin and WC.

The second floor provides two further substantial guest bedrooms. One offers a spacious king-sized layout with exposed beams, eaves storage, and elevated views across the garden and woodland.

Opposite, the fifth bedroom features fitted wardrobes and access to a cleverly designed concealed en-suite shower room with contemporary fittings and finishes.

The Annexe:

Beyond the main residence, the property also benefits from a superb self-contained annexe, ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or independent accommodation. Accessed via contemporary UPVC bi-fold doors, the annexe opens into a bright open-plan living space with engineered wood flooring, vaulted ceilings, and Velux roof windows allowing excellent natural light throughout. The stylish kitchen area is fitted with modern cabinetry and integrated Bosch appliances including an induction hob, oven, microwave, extractor hood, under-counter fridge, ceramic sink with mixer tap, and useful understairs storage.

To the first floor, the annexe offers a generous double bedroom with fitted storage, recessed lighting, TV point, vaulted ceiling, and windows to both the front elevation and roofline. Completing the accommodation is a contemporary en-suite shower room with walk-in glazed shower, concealed-cistern WC, wash hand basin, full tiling, Velux roof window, and spotlighting.

Living in New Milton

New Milton is in a prime location between the New Forest and the coast and home to award-winning Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa, the luxurious country house hotel.

This bustling market town attracts families, drawn by its strong community, range of facilities and excellent schooling provision. There are acclaimed independents, including Durlston Court and Ballard School, while the state school offering is also strong: New Milton Junior is rated ‘good’ by Ofsted and New Milton Infants and The Arnewood School (11-19 Academy) are both rated ‘outstanding’.

Facilities include a town centre with weekly market, a selection of brands, from Boots to Costas, and good independents, such as Smith Bradbeers department store. There’s also the Forest Arts Centre, a venue with a lively mixed programme that includes established and emerging comedy acts, theatre, music, from folk to jazz, and workshops for children and adults. The health and leisure centre has a swimming pool, gym, badminton and squash courts, and a timetable of exercise classes. In addition there is a range of activities and clubs on offer in the area from angling to tai chi, as well as bowling, football and tennis clubs and more.

Property comprises mostly detached houses on tree-lined avenues with parks and recreation grounds including a skatepark– overall a pleasant and comfortable environment for families.

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£1,200,000

Ashley, New Milton

  • Bedrooms Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms Bathrooms: 3
  • Receptions Living Rooms: 3

Impeccably presented throughout, this exceptional five-bedroom detached thatched residence offers an abundance of character, individuality, and generous living accommodation. Set within a private gated plot on one of the area’s most prestigious roads, the property perfectly combines timeless charm with contemporary family living.

Property Details

  • Tenure: Freehold


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