4 bedroom detached house for sale

A wonderful opportunity to acquire this charming 4-bedroom cottage set in approx. 1 acre of private gardens. Situated along a no-through road, in this peaceful location above Ringstead Bay.

Constructed in the late 19th century and situated in a Dorset National Landscape (formally AONB), only a 30 minute walk from the Jurassic Coast this versatile detached family home comes to the market for the first time in over 40 years. The property occupies the most enviable of positions offering rural seclusion and privacy, yet within touching distance of amenities at Owermoigne and only a short drive into the county town of Dorchester. The property, which was formally two semi-detached cottages, consists of red brick elevations set under a slate roof, residing in a plot of just under an acre. Leading from the driveway and parking area the main property entrance is via a useful porch providing space for the storage of outdoor apparel and access to the principle rooms. On entering the property, you are greeted by a welcoming sitting room with a large red brick fireplace and inset log burner providing a charming focal point to the room. From the sitting room is a modern kitchenette a range of units, plumbing for white goods and a breakfast bar, study and WC/ utility room. This section of the property was formally utilised as ancillary accommodation/ annexe space, providing the opportunity for income potential or multi-generational living. The extensive reception space continues throughout the ground floor with a spacious dining room, sitting room and conservatory, with the former both benefitting from characterful brick fireplaces with in-set log-burners. Each of the reception rooms enjoy a pleasant outlook of the surrounding gardens wrapping around from the front and rear respectively. The main kitchen is situated at the rear of the property and is fitted with a range of floor and wall mounted units, a selection of integrated appliances as well as space for a dining table and chairs. Fitted appliances include an electric oven and hob with extractor over, dishwasher and sink with drainer. Adjacent to the kitchen is a most useful utility room and WC. The utility room is fitted with additional worktop space, plumbing for white goods as well as access to the gardens. Having direct external access makes this the ideal storage area for muddy boots and paws alike.
Formally being two cottages the property has retained two sets of stairs ascending to the first floor from the secondary sitting room and a central hallway respectively. The first floor accommodation comprises five bedrooms, with all but one enjoying a stunning outlook over the surrounding rolling countryside. Two of the bedrooms also benefit from en-suite facilities and the remaining bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom. The master bedroom, and bedrooms two and three are all well-proportioned double rooms with ample space for freestanding furniture, with bedrooms four and five being single rooms but could also be utilised as separate dressing rooms or office/ study space. There is presently a door dividing bedrooms two and four from the remaining bedrooms retaining the ability to split the accommodation, providing the potential for multigenerational living or separate income potential.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electric and water are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating.
Council Tax: Dorset Council—Band  F

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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The property is positioned at the end of a no through road within easy access to Ringstead Bay and occupies a quiet and secluded rural location close to the village of Owermoigne. Close by bridleways lead to the stunning Jurassic Coastline (England's first Natural World Heritage Site) and it is ideally situated for walking, riding out and hunting with the South Dorset Hunt. The county town of Dorchester, probably best known for being the birthplace of Thomas Hardy, is 8 miles away, with rail links to London Waterloo, Bournemouth and Southampton, as well as extensive shopping, restaurants, cafes, bars and the Brewery Square development. Dorchester has a range of schooling from ages 4 to 18 and the property is also well placed for a number of public schools including Milton Abbey, Sherborne and Bryanston with Bournemouth University also close by.

The property occupies a central position within its plot, with grounds extending to just under an acre. The grounds are mostly laid to lawn, with the inclusion of an area of raised beds and vegetable garden all bordered by mature trees and shrubs. There is parking for a number of vehicles, leading to a timber constructed garage/ workshop.