5 bedroom detached house for sale

Tucked away in one of Dockenfield’s most coveted positions, Woodside Cottage is a home that doesn’t just border nature — it owns its relationship with it. Backing directly onto the breathtaking expanse of Alice Holt Forest, this is a rare opportunity to secure complete privacy, space, and lifestyle in equal measure. Set within mature grounds of approximately 0.61 acres, the property is approached via a generous gravel driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, complemented by a detached oak-framed double garage with a substantial room above — primed for conversion into ancillary accommodation (subject to the usual consents). A second driveway leads to the rear of the plot, where activated planning permission already exists for additional garaging and a stable block, offering genuine flexibility for future expansion. The grounds are exceptionally private and thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, featuring a two-tier wraparound sandstone terrace and an elevated deck — the perfect setting for long summer evenings and sundowners with uninterrupted woodland views. A detached, fully insulated home office with heating and fibre connectivity ensures work-from-home practicality without compromise. Inside, the house delivers both substance and style. Constructed of brick and Sussex sandstone, the accommodation is anchored by a welcoming reception hall with an oak-framed staircase and cleverly concealed storage. The ground floor offers versatility, including a family room/bedroom five with a box bay window, alongside a well-appointed cloakroom with shower. At the heart of the home lies a striking open-plan kitchen/dining/living space, designed to impress and perform: • Quartz worktops and a substantial central island with inset sink and instant hot water tap • Integrated wine fridge and Bosch dishwasher • Freestanding American-style fridge freezer • Smeg range cooker with matching canopy • Built-in Smeg combination microwave This space flows seamlessly into the dining area and sitting room, where a solid fuel stove and twin french doors frame the garden beyond, blurring the line between inside and out. A separate utility room mirrors the kitchen’s quality with further quartz surfaces and appliance space. Upstairs, four generous double bedrooms continue the home’s sense of space and quality. The principal suite is particularly impressive, featuring a Juliet balcony with direct forest views, a bespoke walk-in dressing room, and a luxurious en suite complete with slipper bath, walk-in shower, and twin basins. The guest suite also shares the forest view and benefits from an en-suite and built in wardrobes. The remaining bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom with both bath and separate shower. Additional highlights include: • Underfloor heating across the ground floor • Limestone flooring to key living areas • Premium sanitaryware by Laufen and Roca • Boarded loft with light and ladder Services include mains gas, electricity, and water, with private drainage via a treatment plant. Despite its peaceful, tucked-away setting, the property is within easy walking distance of the Blue Bell Public House in Dockenfield, adding a sociable village element to this otherwise secluded retreat. Woodside Cottage is not just a home — it’s a lifestyle proposition. Space, privacy, future potential, and direct access to one of Hampshire’s finest forests. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Building Safety None Mobile Signal4G great data and voiceExisting Planning PermissionTitle: Erection Of A Detached Garage With Storage Above Following Demolition Of Existing Garage., Submitted Date: 17/04/2024 00:00:00, Ref No: WA/2024/00766, Decision:, Decision Date: 19/06/2024 00:00:00 Title: Erection Of Extensions And Alterations To Bungalow To Provide A Two Storey Dwelling., Submitted Date: 09/08/2018 00:00:00, Ref No: WA/2018/1402, Decision:, Decision Date: 15/10/2018 00:00:00 Title: Certificate Of Lawfulness Under Section 191 For An Existing Use Of Domestic Land And Domestic Curtilage., Submitted Date: 23/12/2016 00:00:00, Ref No: WA/2017/0040, Decision:, Decision Date: 20/03/2017 00:00:00 Title: Certificate Of Lawfulness Under Section 192 For The Erection Of Rear And Side Extensions., Submitted Date: 27/07/2016 00:00:00, Ref No: WA/2016/1526, Decision:, Decision Date: 21/09/2016 00:00:00Coalfield Or Mining No