5 bed detached house for sale

Highlands Road, Barton On Sea, New Milton BH25

An impressive detached chalet bungalow with a self-contained annexe, offering approximately 3,100 sq ft of versatile accommodation, set on a delightful south-facing plot within walking distance of Long Meadow and Barton-on-Sea cliff top. The property features a generous frontage with extensive off-road parking and a detached double garage.

Barton on Sea is a quiet residential area in a stunning coastal setting with beach and clifftop views across Christchurch Bay, sweeping from Hurst Castle to Hengistbury Head. The sand and shingle beach is popular with dog walkers while the cliff top attracts paragliders.

Barton has been discovered by young families, attracted by the relaxed outdoorsy lifestyle, with coast on one side and New Forest on the other, plus good state and independent schools; these include Durlston Court and Ballard School, both rated ‘excellent’.

Facilities include clifftop restaurants and Barton on Sea Golf Club, a 27-hole clifftop course. Barton also benefits from the extensive amenities of neighbouring New Milton. Among these are a mainline station with train services to London in around two hours, arts centre, selection of shops ranging from an M&S food store to a traditional department store and weekly market.

The property is approached via wooden gates opening onto a sweeping tarmac driveway, leading to a shingle parking area and the detached garage, providing ample off-road parking.

The south-facing rear gardens are bordered by mature trees and shrubs, offering a high degree of privacy. The gardens are laid out with a lawn and a patio immediately to the rear of the property, creating an inviting space for relaxation and entertaining.

Additional Information:

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax Band: F

Energy Performance Rating: D Current: 66 Potential: 78

Services: All mains services connected

Gas Central Heating

Flood Risk: Very low

Property construction: Standard construction

Broadband: FTTP - Fibre to the property directly.

Ultrafast broadband with speeds of up to 1000 Mbps is available at the property (ofcom).

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

The welcoming entrance hallway provides access to the ground floor accommodation, including two spacious reception rooms with woodblock flooring throughout. The main living area is enhanced by double casement doors to the rear, a large bay window overlooking the gardens, and a brick-built fireplace with log burner, creating a striking focal point.

To the front, the well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room features a range of gloss wall, floor, and drawer units, including a central peninsula breakfast bar with electric hob, single oven, and dishwasher. A utility room and pantry lead off the kitchen, offering additional practical storage.

At the end of the hallway, there are two generous double bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes, served by a modernised family bathroom comprising a large walk-in shower, separate bath with shower attachment, and stylish tiled flooring.

Stairs from the hallway lead to the first-floor accommodation, offering two further bedrooms, both with built-in storage, serviced by a contemporary shower room featuring a wet-room style suite, sleek floating basin, WC, and fully tiled walls and floor.

The self-contained annexe benefits from a separate entrance and can also be accessed from the main hallway. It comprises a double bedroom with garden views, three-piece shower room, a spacious living room, and a kitchen/dining room with sliding doors opening onto the rear garden.