The Merrie Thought is a stunning 18-acre estate with breathtaking views of the Avon Valley and Cranborne Chase. This unique property features a main five-bedroom residence, a separate three-bedroom cottage, and a large studio with its own shower room. The estate boasts an array of garaging for multiple vehicles, a swimming pool, a small lake, terracing, lawns, woodland, and paddocks. The property has undergone several refurbishments and modernizations while retaining its original Arts and Crafts style features, including working fireplaces, high ceilings, a cellar, and attic rooms. The estate is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, with a tranquil pond and a deer fence protecting the cultivated area from local wildlife. The property is located in the small village of Stuckton, just a mile from Fordingbridge, with easy access to local amenities, schools, and recreational facilities.