Terraced house for sale in Priestlands Lane, Sherborne DT9

(circa 1561 sq ft) Sympathetically retained period features with modern fittings, this spacious, Grade II listed, four bedroom townhouse has accommodation split over three floors, which can be used to meet a wide range of flexible living arrangements. The property is well-presented throughout and benefits from a lovely, light open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, en suite to the master bedroom, and an allocated parking space within a gated courtyard. Antelope Place was converted from a historic public house in the early 2010s and still has easy access into the town from a communal door, however, number four is tucked to the rear of the old building, enjoying a quiet spot with all the benefits of a central Sherborne location.

Accommodation

Entering the property from Priestlands Lane, via the parking area, you enter the welcoming entrance hall via a wooden and glazed door. The hallway makes a nice feature of exposed beams and an internal window into the open plan living area. There is a telecom entry system connected to the external gate, alarm and cupboard housing the consumer unit. There is also access to the cloakroom, fitted with a WC, wash hand basin and radiator, as well as an understairs cupboard providing useful storage space. Stairs rise to the first floor and double doors lead into the open plan lounge/diner/kitchen.

The living space provides comfortable proportions with ample light flooding in from the large windows which are fitted with horizontal blinds. The sitting room also boasts a multi-fuel burner with slate hearth and exposed beams. There is a cupboard providing storage where the current owner houses a tumble dryer. Please note there is a door within this cupboard that leads to a narrow enclosed area which can be used for servicing external pipework.

The kitchen is well-equipped, fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units with soft close doors. There is sufficient space for a dining room table. There are integrated appliances, including a dishwasher, washing machine, electric oven and gas hob with extractor hood over. The recently fitted gas central heating boiler is situated in a cupboard in the corner and there is a larder cupboard for even more storage.

On the first floor, there are two good size rooms. The master bedroom has a feature window, fitted wardrobes, exposed beams and a TV aerial point. A door leads into the en suite which is fitted with a WC, wash hand basin and p-shaped bath with shower over. The bathroom is decorated with stone effect tiles and has a window, shaver point light and mirrored vanity cupboard.

Also on the first floor is the second bedroom which the current owners use as a separate sitting room. The room is a good size, and has a feature alcove with a light fitted and an exposed beam reminding you of the history of the original building. There are TV and telephone points so the functionality of this room lends itself to several options.

From the first floor, stairs lead to the second floor and have the added benefit of a shelving area with a Velux window, bringing natural light in. Doors lead to bedrooms three and four and to the family bathroom. Bedroom four has a dual aspect outlook with sash windows and fitted wardrobes maximising the space on offer. There is access to the loft most of which has been boarded. Bedroom four also has a sash window overlooking roof tops and beyond and a freestanding wardrobe that is included as part of the sale.

The family bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising of a roll-top bath, wash hand basin and WC, with shelves fitted into the alcove. The bathroom also has a sash window, heated towel rail and extractor fan. A door gives access to a space housing the hot water tank and could serve as an airing cupboard.

Outside

The property has a small patio area to the front which is ideal for a barista seating set to enjoy the warmer days. There is a parking area laid to gravel for the residents of Antelope Place, situated behind an electric gate with a key code entry system operable remotely by key fob, useful when arriving by car from Priestlands Lane. A communal door, separate from the houses, leads you onto Coldharbour which provides easy access to the town's shops and amenities, with Waitrose supermarket and several eating places and coffee shops are a short walk away.

Services

Mains water, drainage, electric and gas
Dorset Council -
Council Tax Band E

Agents Note

Please note, the property benefits from the use of communal areas and therefore has a service charge of £600 pa. This is governed by Antelope Place (Management) Company Ltd, which is run by homeowners of Antelope Place and the service charge is set on an annual basis at the agm.

Directions

Walking from our office in Half Moon Street, turn left on to Cheap Street and continue to the top. At the George Pub bear right onto Higher Cheap Street, at the end of the road cross over the A30 turning right. Take an immediately left onto Bristol Road then a quick left onto Priestlands Lane where the gate for entering into Antelope Place will be found on the left hand side.