6 Bedroom Detached House, Pinewood House, Pinewood Road, St Ives, Ringwood

Situated down a private driveway, this impressive five/six-bedroom family home spans three floors and has been thoughtfully extended and modernised by the current owners. The top floor showcases striking Canadian Treated Cedar cladding, adding a contemporary touch to this spacious property. Located within walking distance of Avon Heath Country Park and in the catchment area for St Ives School, this home is ideal for family living.

A composite door opens into a large porch, leading through to a welcoming hallway featuring a shoe cupboard and an under-stairs storage cupboard. The stylish kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of wall and base units complemented by elegant marble worktops. A central island houses an integrated induction hob, alongside further integrated appliances including a dishwasher, double oven, low-level fridge and freezer, and a wine cooler. There is also space for an American-style fridge/freezer. Adjacent to the kitchen is a useful utility room with additional units and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

French doors open into a bright conservatory with a full glass roof and central heating, offering lovely views over the rear garden through patio doors. The double-aspect sitting room is a welcoming space with patio doors leading to the rear garden and a feature fire wall with TV surround. A convenient cloakroom includes a corner shower, WC, and wash hand basin.

A return staircase leads to a spacious landing featuring a window with a remote-controlled blind overlooking the front garden. The landing includes a cupboard housing the Mega flow cylinder system. The principal bedroom benefits from double built-in wardrobes, while bedrooms two and four are generously sized small doubles. These bedrooms are serviced by a well-appointed family bathroom, complete with a bath with shower attachment, corner shower, WC, and wash hand basin with touch-light mirror.

A further return staircase with a remote-controlled blind and LED lighting leads to an additional landing area. Bedrooms five and six are identical, both featuring Velux windows, patio doors with barrier railings, and eaves storage. Currently utilised as home offices, these rooms have Juliet balconies with tree top views and are serviced by a contemporary shower room with a walk-in shower, WC, and wash hand basin with a touch-light mirror. This entire floor offers the potential to be transformed into an impressive master bedroom suite, complete with an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe.

The property is approached via 14-foot oak remote-controlled electric gates, opening onto a gravel driveway with parking for several vehicles. A double electric garage, features rubber flooring, full re-wiring with power and lighting, and a side door leading to the garden.

Set on an approximately 0.24-acre plot, the rear garden is private and secluded, mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs. An Indian sandstone patio wraps around the property, providing multiple seating areas. Additional features include a decking area with power and lighting, a hot tub, a treehouse, and two garden sheds.

Agents Note:

• The top floor extension was added in 2020, complete with a new tiled roof and lead flashing.

• Planning application for further extension: P/HOU/2023/05666.

• Fire doors are fitted throughout with an interlinked fire system.

• Security cameras with FAC remote control.

Living in St Ives

St Ives is a charming village adjacent to St Leonards and Ashley Heath, with convenient access to local amenities including a nearby doctor’s surgery. The bustling town of Ringwood is just two miles away, offering a vibrant community supported by a range of local and national shops, cafes, wine bars, and restaurants. The area is well-served by both state and private schools, with Ringwood Secondary School offering sixth form education. Excellent transport links via the A31 and A338 provide easy access to Southampton and Bournemouth, both of which offer mainline rail services and international airports.