6 bedroom detached house for sale

Grade II listed BARN CONVERSION & seperate TWO BEDROOM COTTAGE offering over 3000 sq ft of accomodation. Set in 1.15 ACRES in the most sought after hamlet of SOUTHOVER. Offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN.

Providing accommodation across two properties, GII Southover House Barn and the adjacent two bedroom cottage occupies an enviable position in the sought after hamlet of Southover neighbouring open countryside yet only a short drive from the county town of Dorchester. The property is set back from the passing lane via a large gravel driveway approaching both properties respective entrances. On entering Southover House Barn a spacious hallway, with attractive flagstone flooring provides access to the principle rooms. Situated off the entrance hall is a most useful cloak room comprising WC and pedestal sink unit as well as a separate boiler/ boot room equipped with sink and drainer as well as plumbing and power for white goods. There is ample reception space, comprising an open plan sitting/ dining room as well as separate snug with log-burner. Both rooms are adjacent to the kitchen making these perfect entertaining spaces. The sitting/ dining room provides open plan reception space featuring exposed brickwork, fireplace with in-set log burner providing a focal point to the room and two sets of double doors opening to the garden. The kitchen is well equipped with a range of floor and wall mounted units as well as integrated appliances to include; oven, four ring gas hob with extractor, microwave, fridge/ freezer and dishwasher.

Stairs ascend from the entrance hallway to the first floor and accommodation comprising four bedrooms, two or which are en-suite and family bathroom. The master bedroom is spacious and light room with a charming Juliet balcony overlooking the garden and meadows beyond. The master bedroom also benefits from an en-suite bathroom comprising both bath and corner shower, WC and pedestal sink unit. Bedrooms two and three and both well-proportioned double rooms enjoying an outlook over the gardens with bedroom two also enjoying the added benefit of an en-suite shower room. Bedroom four is currently utilised as an office/ study but does take a double bed if you are looking to maximise the accommodation this property has to offer. Completing the first floor is a family bathroom also fitted with both bath and shower as well as WC and pedestal sink unit.

COTTAGE
Adjacent but not attached to Southover House Barn is a characterful and well-appointed two bedroom thatch cottage providing the opportunity for multi-generational living or separate income stream. Whilst providing modern living and accommodation the cottage has retained an abundance of character features including an original fireplace with bread oven, exposed beams and former hayloft window. The ground floor consists of a cosy sitting room with large brick fireplace and bread oven, well-appointed kitchen/ diner, shower room and rear hall way with store/ boiler room. The kitchen is well appointed with a range of floor and wall mounted units, features original flag stone flooring, duck egg blue AGA and space for a dining table and chairs. From the kitchen is a rear hallway with external access via a stable door and separate boiler room/ store. Stairs ascend from the rear-hallway to the first floor and accommodation comprising two double bedrooms serviced by a bathroom, appointed with corner bath, pedestal sink unit and WC. Bedroom one, formally a hay-loft has maintained original beams making for a striking feature to the room and bedroom two benefits from a most useful and sizeable integrated wardrobe. Externally the cottage has a small lawned front garden with established planted boarders and fenced paved front terrace. Parking is shared with Southover House Barn, where the large gravel driveway provides parking for multiple vehicles.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electric, water and drainage are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating.
Council Tax: Dorset Council
Main house Band  F- £ £3,530.22 (2024/25)
Cottage Band A- £ £1,629.34 (2024/25)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTP—Superfast broadband is available—highest available download speed 61 Mbps, highest available upload speed 13 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. 
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).
Construction Type: Stone, flint and partly brick

The property is located within the small hamlet of Southover in close proximity to the neighbouring villages of Frampton and the larger village of Maiden Newton. Dorchester is located 6 miles to the east and Crewkerne is 15 miles to the west. Southover is situated within the rolling Dorset chalk lands, highly sought after for its beautiful scenery and close proximity to the World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast. The area is renowned for its many bridleways, cycle paths and footpaths exploring the beautiful countryside and some of its historic places of interest. A more extensive range of shops, entertainment facilities and schooling can be found in the County Town of Dorchester.

Externally there is much to offer with an overall plot extending to just over 1.2 acres and all enjoying a pleasant outlook over the neighbouring water meadows. Approaching the property, via a gated entrance is a large gravel driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles. The majority of the conventional garden space consists of gently sloping lawns, interspersed throughout with a range of mature plants, shrubs and trees. Situated at the end of the main garden area is a separate paddock of approximately 0.2 acres. The paddock is separated by a tributary of the River Frome running the width of the garden and is accessed via two bridges making for a charming garden feature. Additional features of the garden include a large and private terrace abutting the side of the property, separate walled terrace as well as a stone built store/ workshop and most useful timber store The provides invaluable storage a range of garden equipment and benefitting from lighting and power.