Map4 bedroom detached house
Study
Sold STC
Detached house
4 beds
3 baths
1.30 acre(s)
EPC rating: D
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Service charge: £0 per annum
Council tax: Band TBC
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Character property in quiet village location
- Wonderful rural views
- Well presented and neutrally decorated throughout
- Delightful gardens set to the rear of the property
- Paddock and stables with land totalling c. 1.35 acres
Originally constructed in the 1880’s, this predominantly stone built property under a tiled roof with brick window surrounds and quoins has been fortunate to benefit from a significant program of works over recent years and is clearly a much-loved home for its current owners. Downstairs is a capacious reception room with beautiful lime flagstone flooring and fireplace, with multifuel burner providing comfort on those cooler evenings. This in turn leads through to the dining room with an open fire, glazed cabinet, fitted cupboards and further stone flooring.
The dual aspect kitchen here is a real highlight with parquet wood flooring, cream wall and base units under full stave iroko worktops that incorporate a breakfast bar, 1.5 bowl ceramic sink, electric hob and double oven, space and connection for a dishwasher and fridge freezer. Like much of this property, the kitchen is neutrally decorated in a contemporary style and is further enhanced with plantation shutters and tiled splash backs. The house is also not only eminently practical, with a fabulous utility area with further cream units, large Belfast sink and space and connection for a washing machine, but also offers considerable versatility with a study/bedroom 4 and downstairs shower room. A conservatory provides access to the rear terrace.
Stairs lead from the reception room to the first floor landing off which there are three very well presented double bedrooms. The principal of these is a beautiful space with a dual aspect and idyllic views across the rear gardens, paddock and countryside beyond. A large family bathroom is complete with an indulgent oval bathtub and separate shower cubicle, whilst an additional shower room is ensuite to the principal bedroom. An airing cupboard with water tank provides some useful linen storage. Along with the pleasing neutral décor, the property is double glazed throughout and with a 5.5Kw solar system and 8.2kw battery, this property is working well to reduce running costs.
OUTBUILDINGS
Adjoining the main house is a double garage that has been converted into a games room by the current owners. This could easily be converted back, integrated into the main house, or extended further, subject to any necessary planning consents. A timber built stable block, tack room and feed store, with power and water is ideal for those keen to keep horses/livestock, or simply used as it is currently for additional storage. A small wooden gazebo provides a pleasing place from which to enjoy the surroundings.
GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Penny Farthing is approached via a five-bar gate that opens onto tarmacadam parking for several cars. Beyond this access can be gained through the post and rail fencing into the large paddock that lies to the northeast of the property. The garden itself is a real delight, filled with a rich variety of shrubs, mature trees that include plane, acer, trained wisteria and various fruit trees such as crab apple, apple and pear. Much of the garden is laid to lawn with an ornamental pond providing an interesting focal point and the old village well is a link to the property’s heritage. A paved terrace surrounded by a low wall constructed from local stone is the perfect spot from which to enjoy the views and some alfresco dining, whilst the large vegetable patch and greenhouse beyond the trellis fencing, are ideal for the green fingered. Total land extends to circa 1.35 acres.
SITUATION
The hamlet of Stowell is one of the most desirable settlements in the area, surrounded by rolling countryside. Local facilities are available at Charlton Horethorne, which has a village shop/post office, gastro pub/hotel, primary school, and village hall.
A wider range of facilities are available in Milborne Port, including local shops, supermarket, garage, filling station and the highly regarded Clockspire Restaurant. A little further afield is the lovely Abbey town of Sherborne with two large supermarkets (Waitrose and Sainsbury’s), specialist shops and cultural facilities. Other places of cultural interest, such as The Newt in Somerset and Hauser & Wirth in Bruton are close by.
There is a mainline rail service from both Templecombe and Sherborne to London Waterloo, as well as Castle Cary to London Paddington. The A303 is located a short distance to the north at Wincanton, providing a route to London/Home Counties.
The dual aspect kitchen here is a real highlight with parquet wood flooring, cream wall and base units under full stave iroko worktops that incorporate a breakfast bar, 1.5 bowl ceramic sink, electric hob and double oven, space and connection for a dishwasher and fridge freezer. Like much of this property, the kitchen is neutrally decorated in a contemporary style and is further enhanced with plantation shutters and tiled splash backs. The house is also not only eminently practical, with a fabulous utility area with further cream units, large Belfast sink and space and connection for a washing machine, but also offers considerable versatility with a study/bedroom 4 and downstairs shower room. A conservatory provides access to the rear terrace.
Stairs lead from the reception room to the first floor landing off which there are three very well presented double bedrooms. The principal of these is a beautiful space with a dual aspect and idyllic views across the rear gardens, paddock and countryside beyond. A large family bathroom is complete with an indulgent oval bathtub and separate shower cubicle, whilst an additional shower room is ensuite to the principal bedroom. An airing cupboard with water tank provides some useful linen storage. Along with the pleasing neutral décor, the property is double glazed throughout and with a 5.5Kw solar system and 8.2kw battery, this property is working well to reduce running costs.
OUTBUILDINGS
Adjoining the main house is a double garage that has been converted into a games room by the current owners. This could easily be converted back, integrated into the main house, or extended further, subject to any necessary planning consents. A timber built stable block, tack room and feed store, with power and water is ideal for those keen to keep horses/livestock, or simply used as it is currently for additional storage. A small wooden gazebo provides a pleasing place from which to enjoy the surroundings.
GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Penny Farthing is approached via a five-bar gate that opens onto tarmacadam parking for several cars. Beyond this access can be gained through the post and rail fencing into the large paddock that lies to the northeast of the property. The garden itself is a real delight, filled with a rich variety of shrubs, mature trees that include plane, acer, trained wisteria and various fruit trees such as crab apple, apple and pear. Much of the garden is laid to lawn with an ornamental pond providing an interesting focal point and the old village well is a link to the property’s heritage. A paved terrace surrounded by a low wall constructed from local stone is the perfect spot from which to enjoy the views and some alfresco dining, whilst the large vegetable patch and greenhouse beyond the trellis fencing, are ideal for the green fingered. Total land extends to circa 1.35 acres.
SITUATION
The hamlet of Stowell is one of the most desirable settlements in the area, surrounded by rolling countryside. Local facilities are available at Charlton Horethorne, which has a village shop/post office, gastro pub/hotel, primary school, and village hall.
A wider range of facilities are available in Milborne Port, including local shops, supermarket, garage, filling station and the highly regarded Clockspire Restaurant. A little further afield is the lovely Abbey town of Sherborne with two large supermarkets (Waitrose and Sainsbury’s), specialist shops and cultural facilities. Other places of cultural interest, such as The Newt in Somerset and Hauser & Wirth in Bruton are close by.
There is a mainline rail service from both Templecombe and Sherborne to London Waterloo, as well as Castle Cary to London Paddington. The A303 is located a short distance to the north at Wincanton, providing a route to London/Home Counties.
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The beautiful town of Sherborne is centred around the Abbey, founded in 705 and renowned for its spectacular fan vaulting, and which sets the tone for the whole town which is widely known across Dorset, Somerset and the southwest for its beauty. Our office occupies a Tudor building adjacent to Sherborne Abbey in the heart of the town, and the large shop window is highly visible to both pedestrian and vehicular passing trade. It fits neatly into our regional network of Shaftesbury, Dorchester, Taunton and Exeter. Liaising with these offices, we sell all types of property throughout West Dorset, South Somerset and East Devon, including townhouses, cottages, village properties, rectories, manor houses and small farms. This area is particularly noted for its schools, beautiful coast and countryside and is much more accessible than many think, being a little over two hours from London by both road and rail. Our office personnel are carefully selected for their interpersonal skills to make the buying and selling process easier and less stressful. They all have great experience and have been with Jackson-Stops for many years, providing continuity, and know and love Sherborne and its surroundings intimately. With 44 offices throughout the country (8 in London) as well as a New Homes department in the South West and an International Office, Jackson-Stops are able to look after all of your residential property needs.