2 bedroom cottage for sale

A fabulous opportunity to purchase a charming semi-attached stone cottage with two double bedrooms plus two reception rooms that provide flexible accommodation suitable for a variety of lifestyles and sitting in good sized outdoor space. The property is situated in a peaceful no through lane, with limited passing traffic, where the sound of the clip clop of horses hooves and bird song compliment the wonderful views over the beautiful Blackmore Vale countryside. The cottage is located in the pretty village of Hinton St Mary, which has a public house, cricket grounds and clubhouse and many historic buildings. The market town of Sturminster Newton is just a mile away and caters exceedingly well for everyday needs.

The cottage has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and perfectly combines old world charm with comfort and modern day convenience. In the bright and spacious sitting room, the exposed beams and traditional fireplace add a touch of rustic charm offering a wonderful relaxing space or an ideal area for entertaining family and friends. The combined kitchen and dining room is a great social space with a rural outlook down the lane and double doors opening to a sheltered alfresco area.

The cottage has been thoughtfully reconfigured to provide user-friendly living spaces with ample storage facilities and with two shower rooms there is convenience for family and overnight guests.

Outside, there is parking for two cars and the large landscaped garden offers a private outdoor space for relaxation and recreation, perfect for gardening enthusiasts or those who simply wish to enjoy the fresh air.

This delightful cottage is a rare find and presents an excellent chance for anyone looking to embrace the call of village life in a beautifully maintained home but with extra facilities close by and benefitting from a semi rural but not isolated position.

The Property -

Accommodation -

Inside - Ground Floor
The property is approached from the lane via a path that leads to a timber gate, which opens to a paved seating area and main entrance to the cottage. A stable door with inset glass pane opens into the entrance hall. This is fitted with an attractive wood effect ceramic tile for practicality. There are latch doors to the sitting room, kitchen/dining room and to the cloakroom.

The L shaped sitting room enjoys a double aspect with window overlooking the lane to the front and the paved seating area to the rear. There are also double doors that open out to the paved seating area. There are exposed ceiling beams and a fireplace with timber mantelpiece, brick hearth and wood burner plus a range of built in cupboards and display shelves. There is plenty of space for a dining table and chairs or a study area, if required. From the sitting room there is a door to the study, which could also lend itself as bedroom three. It overlooks the lane and benefits from a recess that is fitted with shelves.

The combined kitchen and dining room enjoys a triple aspect with double doors opening to the rear, window overlooking the lane to the front and two windows to the side that look down the lane and take in a view over the surrounding countryside. The kitchen area is fitted with a range of bespoke, stylish kitchen units consisting of floor cupboards, separate drawer unit and eye level cupboards plus an open shelf with plate rack. There is a generous amount of granite work surfaces with matching upstand and inset stainless steel one and half bowl sink with a swan neck mixer tap. The are two integrated fridges and a dishwasher plus space for a slot in electric cooker and plumbing for a washing machine. For easy cleaning the kitchen/dining room is fitted with an attractive wood effect ceramic tile. A door opens to the staircase.

Also on the ground floor there is a useful cloakroom, which is fitted with a modern suite consisting of low level WC and vanity style wash hand basin. The walls are tiled and the floor is laid to the same ceramic tile as the hall.

First Floor
Stairs rise to the landing where there is access to the shower room and bedroom two plus an opening to an inner landing, where there is a large walk in wardrobe and door to the principal bedroom. The shower room is fitted with a contemporary suite consisting of low level WC, large shower cubicle with mains shower and a pedestal wash hand basin. There is a chrome heated towel rail, storage shelves and partly tiled walls. The floor is tiled with wood effect ceramic tiles.

Bedroom two overlooks the lane to the front and countryside in the distance. There is a built in cupboard fitted with shelves and an opening to a large storage area with sloping ceiling and fitted with a light. The main bedroom boasts a double outlook with windows to the front and side - both enjoying a rural outlook. It benefits from built in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room.

Outside - Parking and Gardens
From the lane there is a parking area to the side of the cottage, which has enough room to park two cars comfortably and plenty of space for bins. Steps rise to a path where there is a gate to the front garden, which is laid to gravel and where the shed and greenhouse are sited - both benefit from power and the greenhouse from solar power. There is also the oil tank. Step rise to a further part of the garden.

The main rear garden has been attractively landscaped. There are beds ready for vegetable planting plus a formal garden, which is laid to lawn with a seating area beneath a pergola plus a further seating area in front of the summer house. There are beds planted with a host of trees, shrubs and flowers. From the main garden shallow steps curve down to the back of the cottage. There is a paved area with outside tap, which offers a private and sheltered spot. The garden is fully fenced with a sunny and private aspect as well as taking in views over the Blackmore Vale countryside.

Useful Information -

Energy Efficiency Rating D
Council Tax Band C
uPVC Double Glazed Windows
Oil Fired Central Heating from a Combination External Boiler
Mains Drainage
Freehold

Directions -

From Sturminster Newton - Leave Sturminster via Bath Road heading towards Gillingham. Continue into the village and turn left into Wood Lane. The property will be found on the right hand side. Postcode DT10 1NB.