Semi-detached house for sale in Orchard Gardens, Church Lane, Sturminster Newton DT10

A well presented semi-detached three double bedroom house situated close the heart of the town.

1 Orchard Gardens is a three bedroom semi-detached house built in 2008 of brick elevations under a pitched slate roof. The property has been well maintained, is beautifully presented and offers bright and spacious accommodation. It comprises three double bedrooms, each with an en-suite, and a large kitchen diner. The property is situated in a quiet and desirable private cul de sac within Sturminster Newton’s Conservation Area and very close to the heart of this attractive market town, which has a wide range of shops, community services and amenities. The property is also just a short distance from the open countryside and some particularly attractive riverside walks. A viewing is a must for those looking for easy living in a modern family home.

The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall, which leads to the cloakroom, stairs, sitting room and kitchen/diner. Underfloor heating is installed throughout the ground floor. The lounge is bright, with a dual aspect, a gas fire, currently disconnected, and French doors leading to the rear garden. The spacious dining room also has French doors leading to the garden and two steps rising to a large and airy kitchen. The triple aspect kitchen has a tiled floor, a good range of wall and floor standing units, integrated Neff appliances, including a double oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and an electric ceramic hob. There is also a utility room with numerous wall and floor cupboards, a sink and a washing machine.

On the first floor there is a sizeable landing with an airing cupboard and access to the very large loft area, which is substantially boarded and has potential to create two further bedrooms and a bathroom, subject to the necessary planning consents. Wall-mounted radiators provide heating throughout the first floor. There are three double bedrooms each benefitting from an ensuite bath/shower room. The master

Situation

Sturminster Newton is a traditional market town. The town has a weekly market each Monday, a range of independent shops, including a butchers and delicatessen, bakers, supermarket, cafes, pubs, library, doctor and dental surgeries, a health centre, vets, churches and schooling for all ages. The town also has an exceptional and active arts centre, which provides a wide range of music, theatre and other events and a large recreation ground. The larger towns of Blandford Forum, Shaftesbury and Sherborne are within easy reach by road and Gillingham has a mainline railway station to London Waterloo (approximately 2 hours).

Outside

There is a private car park for up to five cars at the entrance to Orchard Gardens for residents and their guests. No 1 Orchard Gardens has its own drive in front of the large garage, with its up and over wooden door, power, light and glazed door to the rear garden. A side gate also leads to the private rear garden, which has been landscaped for easy maintenance with an artificial lawn, raised flowerbeds and a summerhouse.

Services

Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating. Boiler located in the garage. Underfloor heating provided to the ground floor and radiators to the first floor, with all rooms being individually controlled.

Local Authority

Dorset Council Tel: Council Tax Band: E

EPC: Band C

Directions

From our office in the town centre proceed through the market square directly onto Bridge Street. Turn left into Church Lane and then immediately turn right into Orchard Gardens. No 1 is the first property on the right hand side.