Detached house for sale in Woodrow, Fifehead Neville, Sturminster Newton DT10

A recently updated and beautifully presented detached 4 bedroom house with attractive gardens, stable block and paddock. In all about 2 acres.

Barley Cottage is a detached four bedroom house believed to have been built in approximately 1875 of rendered brick elevations under a pitched tiled roof. The house has been sympathetically updated by the current vendors and now offers beautifully presented, light and well thought out accommodation.

The front door opens into a porch with a door to the snug / study with a multi fuel stove. The sitting room is a good sized and light room having a dual aspect and there is a brick fireplace with a wood burning stove and stairs rising to the first floor. Of particular note is the stunning brand new kitchen / dining room having a dual aspect and French doors leading outside and there is ample space for a dining table. There is a good range of wall mounted and floor standing units and an island with built in storage with Quartz worktops. Integrated appliances include an electric range cooker with induction hobs, a dishwasher and a full length fridge and freezer. A door from the kitchen leads into the utility room with space and plumbing for two appliances, built in storage and a sink and there is access to the cloakroom and a stable door leads outside.

On the first floor there are four double bedrooms. Bedroom one has a dual aspect, built in wardrobes and there is an enlarged ensuite shower room. Bedroom two has a dual aspect and built in wardrobes. Bedroom three has built in wardrobes, whilst bedroom four is a double or possible office space. There is a family bathroom with a shower over the bath.

Outside

The property is approached from the lane onto a gravel drive with parking and leads up to the garage with double doors and power. A path leads to the lovely terrace and a gravel area with tropical plants and the path continues down into the garden which is laid to lawn and there are an abundance of established flowers and shrubs and a summerhouse. At the end of the garden there is a stable block comprising two stables, a tack room and a store room. There is further ample parking and separate vehicular access from the lane.

A gate leads to the field which is gently sloping pasture with stock fencing measuring approximately 1.6 acres with the whole being approximately 2 acres.

Situation

Fifehead Neville is a peaceful and friendly village with a pretty church, ancient pack horse bridge and village hall hosting a variety of activities throughout the year.

It is just over 2 miles distant of Sturminster Newton which offers an excellent range of facilities; the old market square retains its appeal with an array of individual shops which include an excellent butcher/delicatessen, greengrocer, electrical retailer and the renowned Harts emporium.

The larger centres of Sherborne, Bournemouth, Poole and Bath are all within easy commuting distance. The surrounding countryside is some of the finest in the country and designated a National Landscape; the Blackmore Vale retains its rural character and provides an abundance of excellent walking and riding.

Directions

From our offices in Sturminster Newton drive down through the town and turn right over the bridge onto the A371. Turn up Glue Hill signed to Hazelbury Bryan and continue along this road for approx. 3 miles. Barley Cottage will be found on the left by the turning to Priest Thorn.

Services

Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Private drainage via a new treatment plant. Oil fired central heating.

Local Authority

Dorset Council Tel: Council Tax Band: D

Agent's Note

There is a public footpath across the middle of the paddock.

Barley Cottage has vehicular and pedestrian access to the paddock.

Site plan is for identification purposes only.