Detached bungalow for sale in Melway Gardens, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum DT11

The property firstly leads into a spacious hallway which features a built-in airing cupboard and provides ample room for a sideboard or shelving unit. Two bedrooms are located at the front, with one of the bedrooms currently being used as a dining room, while the largest bedroom overlooks the rear garden. The tastefully tiled shower room includes a glass shower screen, with the wash hand basin and w/c fitted into a vanity storage unit. The recently installed shaker-style kitchen offers a range of cupboards, a fitted double oven, and a rear door providing access to the garden. The spacious sitting room, with French doors leading to the garden, could also accommodate a dining area.

Outside

The property is approached via a tarmac driveway, an attractive front garden, and a garage with power. To the rear of the property the secluded rear garden, mainly laid to lawn, enjoys a sunny aspect, featuring a patio area for relaxation during warmer months. Secure gated side access, recently fitted fencing, and a sizable timber shed enhance the outdoor space, with views of Hambledon Hill adding to the charm of this delightful home.

Situation

Child Okeford is a thriving village, between the River Stour to the west and Hambledon Hill to the east. It has an excellent range of facilities to include a general store, a post office, an organic farm shop, a Church, two public houses, a doctor's surgery with dispensary and a primary school with nursery. The nearby towns of Blandford Forum and Shaftesbury offer a wide range of facilities including shops, supermarkets, a small hospital and libraries, whilst Gillingham has a mainline railway station (London Waterloo). Further afield is Salisbury to the east and Bath to the north. The A303 is approximately 30 minutes to the north, giving access to the south-west and London via the M3. There is a fantastic range of local schools in the area including Bryanston School, Clayesmore School, The Blandford School, Hanford School and Knighton House.

Directions

From Blandford head north on the Milldown Road and join the A350. Continue along the A350, through the villages of Stourpaine and Ash. Turn left on to Duck Street with signs for Hanford. Continue along this road and turn left on to Station Road, then take the next left onto Melway Lane, the next left again on to Melway Gardens and follow the road to the end and the property can be found on the right hand side.

Services

All mains services
Gas fired central heating
Council Tax Band: D