A timeless traditional character home located in one of the most prestigious roads in Branksome Park, set in a plot extending to approximately one acre
Savills are delighted to welcome you to Southwold, an attractive and imposing character property located in arguably one of the most prestigious roads in Branksome Park. It truly offers a wealth of character and charm set on a plot extending to approximately one acre. This family home is ideally located approximately 700 metres from access to Branksome Chine, which provides a delightful wooded walk down through to the promenade and beaches.
The current owners have enjoyed the property for nearing 40 years therefore this presents an exciting opportunity for the next owner to purchase a substantial residence, with plenty of potential to add their own stamp and ultimately add value. Nearby properties have achieved high sold prices further demonstrating the desirability of the location and potential.
Set well back from the road, this property is approached via an extensive driveway that leads up to a parking area for a good number of cars. On entry, you are greeted by a grand and welcoming reception hall. There are plentiful character features including leaded windows and wood paneling. The elegant sitting room has a feature fireplace and benefits from a dual aspect overlooking the front and rear garden.
There is a good size kitchen/breakfast room with access out to the rear. The delightful modern fitted kitchen is in a traditional style that is very much in keeping with the character of the home, with a pantry and a good range of integrated appliances. It creates a good social space for modern day living with a breakfast/dining area and an adjacent snug room. The large dining room with fireplace, a utility room and cloakroom complete the accommodation on the ground floor.
To the first floor, there are five bedrooms. The generously sized principle bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an en suite with separate bath and shower. Bedroom two also has the benefit of its own en suite shower room and fitted wardrobes. There are two further double bedrooms and a fifth bedroom/study that are served by a shower room plus a separate family bathroom.
Outside, there are extensive grounds to the rear with a large patio area for outside dining and a paved path leading to a larger area laid to lawn. There is also a disused swimming pool, a pond, storage, and a greenhouse.
The garden to the front has lawned areas and attractive landscaped borders. The detached four car garage has a WC and space above that could be used as a home office, gym or hobby room.
This much loved home must be viewed to appreciate it's charm, grounds and first class location.
NB Photographs taken July 2025
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Such an exciting opportunity for the next owners to add their own stamp and add value in a highly prestigious road!
Sabrina BodleyProperty agent