Detached bungalow for sale in Manston, Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10

A delightful single storey Grade II Listed former Toll House with a great deal of charm, large enclosed rear garden and parking.

The Toll House is a detached Grade II listed building believed to have been built in the mid-1800s and is a former Toll House and possibly school. The property is now a very comfortable home but also an ideal second home or weekend retreat.

The house is built of colour washed brick elevations under a pyramidal slate roof with octagonal chimney stacks in the centre. There are some further lovely character features such as arched pane windows with stone mullions, good ceiling heights, ornate ceiling roses and decorative coving.

From the outside a door opens into a more modern twentieth century yet characterful porch with internal solid arched oak door to the sitting room. This is a lovely light and bright dual aspect room with oak floors under the carpet, attractive timber window frames, fireplace with tiled hearth and wood burner, range of fitted shelves, door to bedroom two/dressing room and double wooden doors to bedroom one. Bedroom one is a double with attractive wooden window surrounds and bedroom two is a single but currently used as a dressing room with a range of full height wardrobes with sliding fronts.

From the sitting room further double doors and two steps lead down to the kitchen/dining room with tiled floor, range of wall mounted and floor standing units, solid wooden work surfaces, twin enamel sink and drainer, space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a Range. There is a back door to outside and double wooden doors to the shower room.

The property is approached from the road on to an area of hardstanding with parking for two cars. There is a wrought iron fence with gate which opens into an enclosed front yard. The main garden is to the rear of the house and is laid to lawn with some flower and shrub borders, wood panel fencing and substantial wooden shed/workshop measuring 14' x 7' with power and light

Situation

The property is set in a rural location on the fringe of the village which forms part of The Blackmore Vale. The brook and pond are delightful features as are the sheltered paddocks accessed by a ford. There is the delightful Church of St. Nicholas and a well-known public house, The Plough, within the Parish.

More comprehensive facilities are available in the market town of Sturminster Newton. The nearby village of Child Okeford has local facilities and the markets towns of Shaftesbury and Blandford Forum are easily accessible.

Directions

From Sturminster Newton head towards Shaftesbury on the B3091 and on entering the village of Manston continue down the hill where The Toll House will be seen straight in front.

Outside

The property is approached from the road on to an area of hardstanding with parking for two cars. There is a wrought iron fence with gate which opens into an enclosed front yard. The main garden is to the rear of the house and is laid to lawn with some flower and shrub borders, wood panel fencing and substantial wooden shed/workshop measuring 14' x 7' with power and light and space for tumble dryer and additional fridge/freezer.

Services

Mains electricity, gas, drainage and water are connected to the property.

Local Authority

Dorset Council Tel: Council Tax Band: C

Property Information

Broadband - Standard, superfast and ultrafast broadband is available.
Mobile phone network coverage is limited inside and likely outside – (coverage is best provided by Three Network)
(Information from Ofcom )

Epc Exempt