2 bedroom detached house for sale

Rose Cottage is a charming detached two-bedroom, Grade II listed property dating back to the late 1800s and is peacefully situated within the sought-after village of Evershot. Constructed of rubble-stone, with a colour washed, rendered rear elevation under a slate roof, the freehold cottage, was originally owned by the Melbury Estate, which still owns a number of properties in the village.

The cottage, with integral garage, has much to offer, with some period features remaining. To the front are stone mullion windows with cast-iron lozenge pattern glazing bars. Internally, there are some exposed ceiling timbers and beams, deep cills, plus brace and ledge latch doors. There is some secondary glazing to the front and some double glazed UPVC windows to the rear.

Upon entering, the welcoming ENTRANCE HALL having recessed display shelves leads in turn to both the SITTING/DINING ROOM and the SHOWER ROOM. The shower room is equipped with a cubicle with an electric shower, wash-hand basin and W.C.

The OPEN PLAN SITTING/DINING ROOM with exposed ceiling beams has a fireplace with stone hearth and an inset Jetmaster ™ fire creating a central focal point and ensuring a cosy ambience. To the left of the fireplace are recessed shelves with a cupboard. The DINING AREA comfortably accommodates a table and chairs and on a practical note, the understairs cupboard provides additional storage. A glazed door opens to the GARDEN ROOM with tiled flooring and an electric wall mounted heater, with French doors that lead out and framing the views of the picturesque garden.

The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, accessible from the dining area, provides ample space for a table, chairs and a dresser. Double glazed UPVC windows offer delightful views over the garden. The kitchen is equipped with an array of wall mounted and floor-based cupboards with worktops over, to include an inset sink. Integral appliances include a Neff ™ eye level double oven, inset hob with fume hood over and there is space for an under-counter refrigerator.

Adjacent is the UTILITY ROOM, with additional wall mounted and floor-based cupboards with space and plumbing for a slimline dishwasher and washing machine. A door from the utility room leads to the INTEGRAL GARAGE, which houses a floor mounted boiler and has a rear window and a pedestrian door giving direct access to the garden.

From the SITTING ROOM, a door leads to the staircase, where there is a recessed storage cupboard housing the alarm system. The first-floor landing has fitted shelving and a loft access hatch. A window on the landing provides lovely far-reaching views over the garden and to the countryside beyond.

The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is generously sized, with a double aspect and has a recessed wardrobe. BEDROOM TWO overlooks the garden and features a wall of recessed wardrobes. To conclude the accommodation, the BATHROOM with a panelled bath, with wash-hand basin with vanity unit and a W.C.

Please note the sale of this property is subject to a Grant of Probate.

Outside
The traditional cottage style garden is an absolute delight and an undoubted feature of the property, having been nurtured over the years to provide an oasis of peace and calm, a truly serene place to while away the afternoon.

There is an area of lawn bounded by evergreen hedging and a wide range of mature shrubs and richly stocked flower beds and climbers including a timber pergola heavy with rambling roses and honeysuckle. The colourful and vivid mixed borders are beautifully planted with amongst others Delphiniums, Lavender, Choisya, Hollyhocks, Rhododendron and many species of rose, the natural beauty of which can be enjoyed all year round in peace and privacy. Shade is provided by several trees including two Amelanchier, an ornamental pear, a flowering apple as well as a cornus and a Judus tree.

A timber shed provides storage and there is an outside tap.

Location
The delightful village of Evershot lies in a Conservation Area set on the edge of Melbury Park. The village and surrounding countryside are generally regarded as some of the finest available in the County and have many associations with the Thomas Hardy novels. The village has a pub, church, village school, shop, bakery and restaurant. It is for the most part made up of handsome period houses and cottages, the type for which the area is well known. The county town of Dorchester, Bridport, Beaminster, the regional centre of Yeovil and Sherborne are all within short motoring distance, as is the Dorset coast. The A303 can be joined at Wincanton giving good access to London and the Home Counties along the A303/M3/M25 route. There are mainline railway stations at Yeovil and Dorchester.

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