Traditionally built in 1959, the property has stone and colour washed elevations under a modern concrete tiled roof, with 2 large dormers, and has been occupied by the present owners since the mid-1990s. It is connected to all mains services, with a gas fired central heating system, UPVC double glazed windows throughout, and outstanding gardens.Merley Ways is a popular, established residential location less than a mile to the south of Wimborne town centre, with easy road access to the coastal town of Poole which has a mainline rail link to London Waterloo. There are excellent schools for all age groups within easy reach including boys' and girls' grammar schools, Dumpton Preparatory School, Castle Court and Canford.An enclosed entrance porch with arch over and a quarry tiled floor leads to an entrance hall where there is a ground floor cloakroom, and door to garage. The lounge features a fireplace (with raised hearth and inset gas coal fire), door to a comnservatory, large picture window with stunning views over the Stour, and there is a separate dining room also with outstanding views. The kitchen comprises a range of units, stainless steel sink unit, working surfaces, partly tiled walls, floor mounted gas boiler, space for cooker, larder cupboard, and door to a side lobby gives access to the garden and garage. From the entrance hall, a dogleg staircase leads to the first floor landing with an airing cupboard and hot water tank. Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3 all have wardrobes and stunning views over the river Stour and beyond. There is a fourth bedroom, bathroom (with access to eaves storage), and a separate WC.There is a long, wide, crazy paved stone driveway providing ample off road parking leads to a large semi-integral garage/workshop, with up-and over door, 2 personal doors and tiled floor. The front garden has stone stack walling, and a 'P' shaped lawn with a wide variety of specimen trees and shrubs. The outstanding rear garden has an elevated and gently sloping upper lawn with stunning views. To the rear of the property, there is an aluminium framed conservatory. Steps lead to down to a lower garden with paved terracing, gently sloping lawns, and planted banks. Further stone steps lead down to a large, paved mooring.Location:The picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster is centred around a charming town square and boasts a lively shopping area featuring both independent shops and national chain stores, a good range of pubs and restaurants, the Tivoli theatre/cinema and the historic Minster church. There are state schools for all ages, and the surrounding area is well served by both grammar and independent schools. There is easy access by road to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Beautiful countryside surrounds the town and Dorset's stunning beaches are within easy reach.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed south along Poole Road, over Canford Bridge and onto Oakley Hill. Turn first right into Merley Ways and, at the T-junction, turn right. The property can then be found on the right hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70216493
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Superbly positioned and deceptively spacious detached family home offering four/five bedrooms and two reception rooms with stunning kitchen/lifestyle room, utility room and en suite to main bedroom. The property is situated on a sizeable plot with an additional 'in and out' driveway giving off road parking and over size garage. NO FORWARD CHAIN. House and garage approximately 2,145 sq ft plus additional 375 sq ft summerhouse /studio Sought after convenient location within walking distance of the town centre Entrance porch leading to entrance hallway Downstairs shower room with over sized shower cubicle, wash hand basin, WC and heated ladder style towel rail Spacious 'L' shaped sitting/dining room with feature wood burner enjoying a dual aspect Separate study/bedroom five with fitted cupboard and front aspect window Stunning kitchen/lifestyle room with range of white gloss soft close base and eye level units and pan drawers, integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer, matching central island with inset five ring gas hob with extractor fan over, adjacent matching oven and separate grill, space for sofas and table and chairs with corner wood burner. Feature circular window and two sets of bifold doors leading onto decking/patio and garden Separate utility room with sink and base unit with worktop and space and plumbing for washing machine, large storage cupboard Four generous size bedrooms Main bedroom with walk in wardrobe area with built in wardrobes, vaulted ceiling with large window and French doors to sun balcony En suite shower room with over sized corner shower cubicle, vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC and heated ladder style towel rail Modern family bathroom with white three piece suite Double glazing and gas heating Outside: Tarmac 'in and out' driveway giving ample off road parking leading to over sized garage with access to storage loft. The rear garden is on a good size plot having to the immediate rear a decking area and patio ideal for al fresco dining, a pathway leads down to main garden laid to lawn with an abundance of mature flower/shrub borders. To one side further patio area with covered patio and potting shed. To the rear an impressive summerhouse/studio can be found ideal for a teenager with kitchenetteWimborne is well served by an excellent range of services for residents including doctors, a local hospital, a pyramid of sought after schools and strong health and social care. Leisure facilities are well catered for and the town is within easy access to the county's areas of outstanding natural beauty, offering miles of bridle ways, footpaths and coastal routes to explore.COUNCIL TAX BAND: F EPC RATING: CAGENTS NOTES: AGENTS NOTES: The heating system, mains and appliances have not been tested by Hearnes Estate Agents. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. Whilst reasonable endeavours have been made to ensure that the information in our sales particulars are as accurate as possible, this information has been provided for us by the seller and is not guaranteed. Any intending buyer should not rely on the information we have supplied and should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries and survey as to the correctness of each statement before making a financial or legal commitment. We have not checked the legal documentation to verify the legal status, including the leased term and ground rent and escalation of ground rent of the property (where applicable). A buyer must not rely upon the information provided until it has been verified by their own solicitors. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70220321
An entrance porch with a quarry tiled floor leads to a large reception hall with exposed brick wall feature, under stairs storage space, walk-in coat cupboard and cloakroom. A study overlooks the front courtyard.There is a spacious dual aspect L-shaped living room with exposed beams and floor-to-ceiling brick open fireplace with wood burner. Glazed double doors open into a magnificent conservatory (built circa 2016) with under floor heating, highly insulated cavity walls, full height windows, a gabled roof and bifold doors to a spacious glass verandah.To the front there is a spacious dining room with exposed timbers, and fireplace with wood burner. A walkway gives access to a well appointed kitchen with ceramic sink, modern units and work surfaces, tiled floor, Rangemaster range cooker with gas hob and splashplate, extractor unit, and integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Off the kitchen there is a utility room/conservatory with gabled glass roof, ceramic sink, ceramic tiled floor, units, full height broom cupboard, gas boiler, freezer, space for white goods, and door to the rear garden.A staircase (with half landing and feature coloured glass window) leads to a semi-galleried first floor landing with exposed brick wall, built-in airing cupboard (with hot water cylinder) and access to a boarded loft with shelving.The impressive dual aspect principal bedroom features full height wardrobes, a large dressing area, and a spacious en suite shower room.Bedroom 2 is a large, triple aspect room with fitted wardrobes, and access to eaves. Bedroom 3 has a fitted wardrobe, and bedroom 4 has 4 fitted wardrobes, a dressing table and exposed timbers. There is also a fully tiled family bath/shower room.A pavioured slipway and timber double gates lead to the front garden, which is enclosed by timber fencing and a high beech hedge. It features a small lawn, large well stocked borders and an arbour with a climber. There is a wisteria across the front of the house. Wrought iron double gates lead to a large open carport.The large, detached 2-car garage has 2 electric roller doors, storage space, an en suite shower room, a personal door and a sliding double glazed door to a further conservatory (with gabled glass roof, double doors to outside, and full height windows overlooking the garden and farmland beyond. An external staircase leads to a heated first floor games room/studio with 2 rooflights, window and wash basin.The beautifully stocked rear garden is enclosed by fencing, mixed hedges and trees (including beech, holly, bamboo and birch) and has a lawn, a gazebo with a paved floor, a large split level Indian sandstone entertaining terrace (covered by a glass roof), a garden shed/workshop and a pebble water feature. Behind the garage there is a further lawn, a pergola, a honeysuckle trellis, a circular paved terrace, a storage area and a greenhouse. In order to prevent pets escaping, the boundaries of the garden have been fitted with a 45-degree angle wire mesh extension.COUNCIL TAX: Band GLocation:Colehill offers first and middle schools, a church, a library, local shops including a Co-Op/post office, and scenic walks in Cannon Hill Plantation. Bus services connect to the market town of Wimborne Minster (approximately 2 miles) with its busy shopping centre and wide range of amenities, and to the coastal town of Bournemouth which has a mainline rail link to London Waterloo.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed up Rowlands Hill and along Wimborne Road to the staggered crossroads opposite the Co-op/post office. Proceed across into Lonnen Road. Proceed past the junction with Sandy Lane on the right, and take the next turning on the right into Pilford Heath Road. The property can be found on the left hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i69560821
A wide covered entrance way leads to a spacious entrance hall with a cloakroom and an internal door to the annexe. The dual aspect sitting room/snug has a stone open fireplace, views over the garden and a pair of glazed doors to a conservatory (with full height double glazed timber windows, a polycarbonate roof and double doors to the garden.)The spacious kitchen/breakfast room has an excellent range of work surfaces and units, inset sink, breakfast bar, Neff double oven, gas hob, extractor and space for dishwasher. The breakfast area has matching worktops and units, a cupboard housing the gas boiler, and a large walk-in coat cupboard.There is a utility room with worktop, units, space for white goods, and door to outside.The L-shaped first floor landing has an airing cupboard. Bedroom 1 is a large, triple aspect double room with an extensive range of furniture comprising wardrobes, dressing table, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets, and an en suite bath/shower room.Bedroom 2 is a large, L-shaped, dual aspect room with a fully tiled 'jack and jill' en suite bath/shower room which connects with bedroom 3, which has fitted wardrobes.Bedroom 4 is also a double room, and there is a family bath/shower room.On the ground floor, a self-contained door from outside leads to the annexe kitchen, which has work surfaces, units, sink, broom cupboard, oven, hob, extractor, wall mounted gas boiler and space for washing machine. There is a spacious living room overlooking the gardens, an inner hallway, a double bedroom and an en suite shower room.A tarmac slipway and 5-bar gate lead through wrought iron double gates to the main driveway and a triple carport. The gardens are a particular feature, being flat and primarily laid to lawn, with trees and shrubs including poplar, birch, sycamore, horse chestnut, monkey puzzle, camellia and pampas. There is a terrace with a covered pergola, a garden shed, a chicken shed and a concrete base for a garage.Location:The picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster is centred around a charming town square and boasts a lively shopping area featuring both independent shops and national chain stores, a good range of pubs and restaurants, the Tivoli theatre/cinema and the historic Minster church.There are state schools for all ages, and the surrounding area is well served by both grammar and independent schools. There is easy access by road to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Beautiful countryside surrounds the town and Dorset's stunning beaches are within easy reach.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed north on the B3078 towards Cranborne. Turn right into Furzehill village. Follow the road through the village. Turn right (opposite The Stocks Inn) into Smugglers Lane, and the property is the first on the left. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i68892340
Hillside offers great versatility, offering a spacious basement and a large 2-storey extension providing scope for dependent relative and/or 'home and income' use.The house stands in a conservation area and has many character features including fireplaces, ceiling cornicing and panelled doors. There is ample off road parking, a garage and a well stocked, private garden. Solar panels on the southern side of the roof generate electricity, earning a rebate from the National Grid.An entrance porch (with an encaustic tiled floor) leads to a reception hall with under stairs cupboard and cloakroom (with WC and wash basin.) The nicely proportioned sitting room features an attractive bay window and a fireplace with inset gas fire. A central hall gives access to a large, open plan kitchen/dining/family room with fireplace and inset log burner, and double glazed French doors to a sun room/studio (with steps down to the front garden.) The kitchen has Karndean flooring, a central lantern light, an extensive range of units, solid beech worktops, 2 integrated freezers, Stoves electric range cooker (with induction hob and ovens), cooker hood, integrated Neff dishwasher and larder fridge, and twin bowl ceramic sink.Off the central hall there is a spacious study, and an airing room with drying space, fitted sink, and space for washing machine and dryer.From the reception hall, an attractive staircase leads to the first floor landing which has a retractable ladder to the part boarded loft (with fitted light.) Bedroom 1 has an en suite cloakroom and views over Wimborne, and bedroom 2 has an excellent range of built-in wardrobes, a French door to a front balcony, and Wimborne views. Bedroom 3 has exposed timber floorboards, a (sealed) Victorian fireplace, and a fitted dressing table, shelving and hanging space. Bedroom 4 enjoys far reaching views towards Canford Heath. The family bath/shower room comprises bath, shower, WC and wash basin.Accessed from the central hall, there is a spacious 2-storey rear extension. On the lower level, a central hallway (with deep cupboards) leads to a kitchen (with electric hob, oven, cooker hood and fridge-freezer) which is often used when entertaining in the garden, a dual aspect reception room with fireplace and gas fire, a further room (which could be used as an office or guest bedroom) with built-in cupboards, and a bathroom. There is direct access to the rear garden.Also from the central hall, stairs lead up to the first floor, where there is a guest suite comprising a lounge, a kitchen (with electric oven, hob, cooker hood and fridge), a double bedroom and an en suite bathroom.From the driveway there is a door access to the basement, which has restricted head height and is arranged as 3 separate rooms including a utility area with plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer and freezers, a central store room and a separate workshop (with Baxi gas central heating boiler and hot water cylinder.) The basement provides excellent storage space, and potential, due to the open floor, for extra height to be gained, subject to engineer's comments and building regulations.The property is approached off a driveway which provides ample off road parking and leads to a garage. The front garden enjoys privacy and has a raised rockery, magnolia tree, a lawn and shrub borders. The large, well stocked rear garden has a large central lawn, a patio, raised beds, a mature apple tree and a log store.Location:The picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster is centred around a charming town square and boasts a lively shopping area featuring both independent shops and national chain stores, a good range of pubs and restaurants, the Tivoli theatre/cinema and the historic Minster church. There are state schools for all ages, and the surrounding area is well served by both grammar and independent schools. There is easy access by road to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Beautiful countryside surrounds the town, and Dorset's stunning beaches are within easy reach.Directions:From Wimborne town centre, proceed east along Leigh Road. At the crossroads with Avenue Road and St Johns Hill, just after St Johns Church, turn left into St Johns Hill, and the property can be found on the right hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i68960649
Shires Barn is a charming rural retreat set off a long driveway in well stocked, partly walled gardens offering lovely views over the adjacent fields.Gussage All Saints is a quiet, picturesque village with a parish church and a community-owned pub, The Drovers Inn, set in a pretty chalk valley within a 20-minute drive of Wimborne and easily accessible to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth and the city of Salisbury, all of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo.The front door leads to a large dining hall with a brick wall feature, exposed beams and timbers, and a door to outside. There is a cloakroom with a coat hanging area, WC and wash basin.The impressive split level, dual aspect sitting room features a flint panel, exposed beams and timbers, and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace (with wood burner) constructed of bricks from the floor of the original stable block. Glazed doors lead to a superb conservatory built on a brick plinth, with oak flooring, full height window panels, a vaulted polycarbonate ceiling, and double doors to outside.There is a large kitchen/breakfast room with stainless steel sink, work surfaces, units, Siemens oven, ceramic hob, copper canopy, tiled floor, and exposed beams and timbers.There is also a utility room with worktop, space for white goods, full height pine cupboards, floor standing oil fired boiler, tiled floor, and doors to a side porch and outside.Stairs from the dining hall lead to an impressive first floor landing with exposed A-frame timbers, rooflight and oriel window.Bedroom 1 is a large dual aspect bedroom with fitted wardrobes, 2 large rooflights, a superb view over the gardens, and an en suite bathroom.Bedroom 2 has a dual aspect, and vaulted ceiling with exposed A-frame timbers and a rooflight. Bedroom 3 has exposed A-frame timbers, and bedroom 4 has a dual aspect, fitted cupboards and a rooflight. There is also a family shower room (formerly a bathroom.)From Harley Lane, a gravelled driveway flanked by yew trees leads to the barn and provides parking for several vehicles. A 5-bar gate gives access to a driveway/footpath which offers additional parking. The integral double garage has timber double doors, and there is a large workshop (formerly a stable) with a vaulted ceiling, exposed A-frame timbers and a brick floor. The front of the barn is adorned with wisteria and climbing roses.The main garden area is largely walled and offers stunning views over the adjacent farmland towards Win Green and Shaftesbury. There is a wealth of trees and shrubs including beech, conifer, fir and fruit. Outside the conservatory there is a small lawn, a planted rockery, a pond and a paved terrace.Location:The picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster is centred around a charming town square and boasts a lively shopping area featuring both independent shops and national chain stores, a good range of pubs and restaurants, the Tivoli theatre/cinema and the historic Minster church. There are state schools for all ages, and the surrounding area is well served by both grammar and independent schools. There is easy access by road to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Beautiful countryside surrounds the town and Dorset's stunning beaches are within easy reach.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed north on the B3078 towards Cranborne for about 5 miles. Turn left at The Horton Inn and proceed over the stone bridge, through the S-bend and up the hill. After about half a mile, turn right, signposted to Gussage All Saints. Take the second turning left into the village, and proceed past The Drovers Inn on the right. Follow the road to thewar memorial and turn right, with the church ahead, into Harley Lane. The driveway to Shires Barn can be found, after a short distance, on the left hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i71266299
Traditionally built, the property has colour-washed rendered elevations, a brick plinth, a ridged roof of ornate, small plain tiles and a ridged combed wheat read thatched roof.A wide covered entrance way (with down timber) and an oak front door lead to a large entrance hall with a coat hanging area and under stairs storage space. There is a utility/cloakroom comprising WC, quality worktops, inset wash basin, blanket cupboard housing a pressurised hot water cylinder, and space for white goods. Throughout the hall, cloakroom and kitchen areas, there are large format York flagstones with a resin polish.From the hall, a pair of casement doors lead to the sitting room which features a high vaulted ceiling, a fireplace with wood burning stove, a wide oak boarded floor, superb views of the front and rear gardens, and double doors to the gardens.The dual aspect kitchen/dining room comprises an excellent range of quartz work surfaces, a comprehensive range of units, an original Shaws butler's sink, Bosch twin fan ovens, touch-control induction hob, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer, breakfast bar, feature ceiling lights, and door to the carport. The dining area has space for table and chairs, and access to the gardens.The principal bedroom has an excellent range of full height wardrobes, quality flooring, and a fully tiled en suite shower room with walk-in double shower, vanity unit, wash basin and WC. Bedroom 4 has a dual aspect.From the hall, stairs (with an oak handrail) lead to the first floor landing. Bedroom 2, overlooking the front garden, has fitted wardrobes, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets, and an en suite shower room (with corner cubicle, vanity unit, inset wash basin, WC and tiled floor.) Bedroom 3 overlooks the rear garden and has an excellent range of built-in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom comprising a free standing double-ended bath (with ball and claw feet), wash basin, WC, tiled floor and towel rail.The property is approached via a stone in-and-out driveway providing excellent parking for vehicles/trailers/boats/caravans etc. The front garden has a large, flat, well maintained lawn, a large weeping willow and fir trees, a box hedge, climbing roses to the front of the house, and a dovecote.There is a detached double garage with up-and-over door, personal door, lighting and power. The front garden is enclosed by hedges and post-and-rail fencing, and features a wide range of trees and shrubs. To the right hand side of the house a pair of ledged-and-braced gates lead to a covered carport with space for a vehicle and a motorhome, and door to a garden store. The carport leads to a large, detached single garage/workshop.Behind the garage, there is an outbuilding with lighting and power, ideal for use as a studio or office.The rear garden is an outstanding feature of the property. A typical cottage garden area offers complete privacy and is arranged as a large, L-shaped lawn with box hedge features and stone pathways. There is a high level of content including sweet peas, ferns, roses, maple, apple and plum trees, Japanese acer, privet, hydrangeas, and a large fishpond with raised sleeper edges. Behind the pond, ideal for home working, there is a large, lined summerhouse with a vaulted roof and a pair of double glazed doors leading to an Indian sandstone terrace overlooking the garden. At the bottom of the garden, there is a hidden walk through an arbour leading to the rest of the garden.Agents' Note: A separate vehicular driveway off Bakers Lane provides further parking space.Location:The house is situated in the popular hamlet of Holtwood which nestles between the villages of Holt, Gaunts Common, Hinton Martell and Horton, about 5 miles to the north of Wimborne Minster. There is a post office/shop and pub nearby in Furzehill, a pub/restaurant in Holt, and good road access to the picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster which offers a comprehensive range of shops and amenities. The wider area is well served by state and independent schools including Queen Elizabeth's, Corfe Hills, Dumpton, Canford, Castle Court, Bryanston and Clayesmore. The coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo, are within about 30 minutes' drive.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed north on the B3078 towards Cranborne, turning right into Furzehill. Proceed through the village and continue on towards Holt. Take a left hand turning at Pig Oak into Petersham Lane, which runs through the village of Gaunts Common. On leaving the village, at the crossroads, turn right into Holtwood. After a short distance, the property can be found on the left hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i71113287
The house is of traditional construction, with rendered elevations, 4 tile hung gabled dormers and a roof of small plain tiles. It is connected to all mains services, and has gas central heating (the boiler for which was replaced in 2016), and UPVC double glazed windows.This well proportioned family home is tucked away in one of Colehill's most popular roads, close to local shops and First and Middle Schools.An entrance porch (with bench seat) leads to a reception hall with under stairs storage space, an airing cupboard and a cloakroom. Quality tiled flooring extends through the hall, cloakroom, kitchen/dining room and utility room.Double doors give access to a large, dual aspect living room with 2 pairs of glazed doors to outside, and a limestone fireplace with gas fire. There is a comprehensively fitted, spacious study, and a second dual aspect sitting room with 2 pairs of double doors to outside.The superb L-shaped kitchen/dining room features 2 sets of glazed double doors to outside, and excellent range of polished marble work surfaces, a 1.5 bowl sink, a comprehensive range of light oak units, a large island unit/breakfast bar (with wine cooler), a Neff double fan oven, a Neff grill, a Neff microwave, a Neff 5-burner stainless steel hob, a ceramic splashplate an extractor unit, an integrated dishwasher, and a built-in American style fridge-freezer.There is also a utility room with matching light oak units including a 2-door larder cupboard, work surfaces, stainless steel sink, and an archway to a rear porch (with space for freezer and door to outside.)A straight staircase leads to a semi-galleried first floor landing with a rooflight. The impressive principal bedroom suite comprises a large, comprehensively fitted double bedroom, an en suite dressing room (with full height wardrobes) and a well appointed en suite bath/shower room.Bedroom 2 is a large double room with a comprehensive range of furniture and a fully tiled en suite shower room. Bedroom 3 is a spacious double room with fitted wardrobes and dressing table, and bedroom 4 is arranged as 2 linked rooms with a range of fitted furniture. There is also a family shower room.A tarmac and pavioured slipway and oak double electric gates lead to a large pavioured courtyard providing off road parking for numerous vehicles. There is a large detached double garage (with electric up-and-over door, overhang for storage, personal door, lighting and power.) The front garden is enclosed by a low fence and walling, and a belt of rhododendra screen the house from the road.The main garden is enclosed by a belt of conifers and timber fencing, and well stocked with shrubs including camellia and holly. There is a large paved terrace and entertaining area, and an outdoor dining area. Adjacent to the garage there is a southerly aspect garden area which is enclosed by laurels and laid to lawn, with shrubs, a paved terrace and a side access.Location:Colehill offers first and middle schools, a church, a library, local shops including a Co-Op/post office, and scenic walks in Cannon Hill Plantation. Bus services connect to the market town of Wimborne Minster (approximately 2 miles) with its busy shopping centre and wide range of amenities, and to the coastal town of Bournemouth which has a mainline rail link to London Waterloo.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed up Rowlands Hill. At the small roundabout, take the first exit and continue up Rowlands Hill, which becomes Wimborne Road. Proceed to the staggered crossroads opposite Colehill Post Office, and turn right into Middlehill Road. Take the second turning on the right into Park Homer Road, and the property can be found on the left hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i68806204
Traditionally constructed in 2001, this unusual family home extends to over 2400 square feet and has red brick elevations, flint features and a roof of small plain tiles. It offers stunning views over the adjacent farmland and woodland, and is tucked away from main roads.A slate terrace and pergola lead to wide glazed doors giving access to a spacious reception hall. Off the hall are a study and a utility/boot room (with double doors to outside.)An inner hall (with under stairs storage space and a cloakroom) leads to the impressive triple aspect kitchen/dining/living room which features a high vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers, a Swanage brick and beamed ornamental fireplace feature, an oak boarded floor and 3 sets of glazed double doors giving superb views. The kitchen comprises granite work surfaces, a range of units, Rangemaster cooker, glass splashplate, extractor, and integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher.Bedroom 4 has a large picture window overlooking a paddock, and an en suite shower room.From the inner hall, stairs lead to a half landing with a superb view over farmland, and on to a first floor landing with a rooflight.Bedroom 1 has a rooflight, a built-in wardrobe, and a fully tiled en suite bathroom. Bedroom 2 has exposed timbers, a rooflight, and a glazed door to a timber balcony giving lovely rural views. Bedroom 3 has 2 rooflights and a large walk-in drying room housing the hot water cylinder, and there is a family shower room.From the village road, a 5-bar gate gives access to a long shared driveway flanked by grass and fencing.The garden extends to just under 2 acres and features a large, flat lawn, a paved terrace and established shrub beds. It enjoys superb views over the adjacent fields and woods.Directions:Directions: From Wimborne, proceed north on the B3078 towards Cranborne. At the Horton Inn, turn right and proceed into Horton. Turn left towards Woodlands and proceed past Remedy Oak Golf Club on the right. Ruddlemoor Farm can be found on the left hand side before reaching the Woodlands village sign. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i71568839
Traditionally built in the 1960s, the property has been substantially extended over the years and now amounts to over 3,500 square feet of accommodation. It is connected to all mains services, and benefits from gas central heating and UPVC double glazing.This flexible family house is situated in a quiet residential neighbourhood in the heart of Colehill, less than 2 miles from Wimborne town centre, enjoying easy road access to the A31 and M3 (to London), and the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo.A covered entrance way leads to a large reception hall with a built-in double coat cupboard and Karndean flooring. There is a shower room with shower cubicle, wash basin, WC, towel radiator and ceramic tiled floor.From an inner hallway, casement doors open onto a superb, south facing entertaining terrace with magnificent views over the garden and beyond.The triple aspect living room has a superb view over the terrace and garden, and a decorative fireplace with a TV recess over. On the opposite wall there is an external Class 1 chimney which is presently sealed but could be re-opened if required.There is a separate family room with views over the terrace and garden, and glazed doors to an impressive open plan kitchen/dining room with a large bay window overlooking the garden. The kitchen features French oak units, polished granite worktops, an island with a saucepan hanging rack, a fitted Rangemaster range cooker (with 5-plate ceramic hob, 2 ovens, grill and warming drawer), space for an American style fridge-freezer, and an integrated dishwasher.There is a separate utility room with 1.5 bowl ceramic sink, a range of cupboards including a broom cupboard, and space for washing machine, dryer and fridge.From the inner hall, stairs lead to a first floor landing with airing cupboard and loft access.Bedroom 1 is fitted with an excellent range of fitted furniture and has a dressing area (with further full height wardrobes) and an en suite shower room with shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.Bedroom 2 has built-in double wardrobes, access to eaves storage space, and views over the rear garden, and bedroom 3 is a spacious double room currently arranged as an office, with wardrobes and high level storage cupboards, and a wash basin. Bedroom 4 has built-in double wardrobes and views over the garden.Family bathroom with shower bath, large vanity unit incorporating wash basin and concealed cistern WCFrom the inner hall, stairs lead down to a lower ground floor hallway with Karndean flooring and personal door to the triple garage. There is a cloakroom (with WC and wash basin), and a door leads to a store room/workshop.There is a large entertainment/games room with double doors to the garden terrace, space for a snooker table and sofas, swing doors to a fitted bar with tiled worktops, and a further door to a store room.The superb cinema room/bedroom features a projector screen, and lined panelled walls with downlighters and wall light points.The property is approached via a long, private tarmac driveway flanked by established rhododendrons and laurels, leading to a triple garage (with 3 up-and-over doors) beneath the balcony at the rear of the house.The gardens offer complete privacy, being enclosed by high mixed hedges. They include 2 neatly maintained lawns, a paved pathway and sun terrace, and established shrub beds including conifers, mahonia, bottlebrush, rhododendrons, palm trees, mountain ash and flowering cherry. Wrought iron gates give access to a public footpath leading down towards Leigh Lane, and there is a large garden shed and space for boat/caravan.Access can be gained on all sides of the property, and there are exterior light points, an upper paved terrace and a natural wildlife garden to the rear.Location:DISCLAIMER: Christopher Batten wishes to inform prospective buyers that these particulars are a guide and act as information only. All our details are given in good faith and believed to be correct at the time of issue but they don't form part of an offer or contract. No employee has authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. All fixtures and fittings, whether fitted or not are deemed removable by the vendor unless stated otherwise and room sizes are measured between internal wall surfaces, including furnishings.Directions:From Wimborne town centre, proceed up Rowlands Hill, past Colehill cricket ground and along Wimborne Road to the staggered crossroads opposite Colehill Post Office. Turn right into Middlehill Road, and take the second turning on the right into Park Homer Road. Take the first turning on the left into Park Homer Drive. Continue down the hill and the property can be found on the right hand side, down a long, private drive. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70658625
Grade II listed house of great charm and character set in delightful walled gardens of about 1.35 acres. DescriptionA most appealing Grade II listed house, originally a 17th century chalk block farm cottage, which was extended in the 18th and 19th centuries to create the charming property we see today. The owners advise that the house may also have monastic origins, with one of the bedrooms thought to have been used as a prayer room with an unusual vaulted ceiling. The handsome elevations are of whitened render and brick under a tiled and slate roof, enhanced by sash windows to many of the rooms and elegant French doors on the garden front. The house offers excellent family accommodation with generous room sizes, and a wealth of period features including the fine main staircase, window shutters, and fireplaces. It has the added benefit of a self-contained one bedroom annexe, ideal for multi-generational living, or to provide a valuable income. It is fair to say that the house would now benefit from some updating, yet offers an amazing opportunity for a buyer to tailor the house to their own needs and style. The property has the benefit of oil fired central heating. Internal inspection is strongly recommended in order to fully appreciate the many features of this unique home.The conservatory entrance enjoys stunning views over the garden to farmland beyond, a door to the terrace, flagstone floor and French doors with shutters opening into the dining room, hall and snug. The dining room has an open fireplace with painted wood surround, built in dressers and exposed ceiling beams. The hall has one of the staircases and doors to the inner hall and snug. The snug provides a cosy sitting area and extends around into the main hallway, with an understairs store room, and the elegant principal staircase to the first floor. The impressive drawing room has a stone fire surround, oak flooring, ceiling cornice and delightful views through three pairs of French doors with shutters over the garden. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units, double oven, hob, extractor and warming drawer, and has a vaulted ceiling. This opens into the breakfast room with a brick fireplace (blocked off) with heavy beam over, arched cupboards to either side and exposed ceiling beam.Leading from the rear hallway are a guest cloakroom, boiler room with oil fired boiler, utility room with butler's sink, flagstone floor and a walk-in larder and store room with a flagstone floor. The principal staircase has a winding mahogany handrail and painted balustrade, and leads up to the first floor landing. The spacious main bedroom has delightful views, built in wardrobes and a bright en suite shower room. There are five further bedrooms, all with garden views, with one featuring a unique vaulted ceiling. These are served by a family bathroom with cast bath, wash basin, WC and linen cupboard. There are also a shower room and a cloakroom on this level, which could provide further en suite facilities subject to any necessary consents being obtained. The secondary staircase leads down to the hall, and a doorway and stairs lead up to attic storage.The house is approached through wrought iron gates, with the sweeping shingle driveway leading past the house to an extensive parking and turning area at the rear. An 'L' shaped outbuilding provides a Double Garage together with two stables, a tack room or workshop at the rear, further store and boiler rooms at the rear, and a Self Contained Annexe perfect for family or staff use. This includes a sitting room with conservatory/ greenhouse off,, fitted kitchen, bedroom and bathroom, and has an independent central heating.The beautiful mature gardens that surround the house are an outstanding feature, having been carefully planted and developed by the late owners over the last forty or so years. They are mainly walled and extend to about 1.35 acres in total. The gardens are mostly laid to lawn with a wide variety of trees including an ancient Yew tree, together with flowering shrubs including many roses, wisteria and magnolia, and herbaceous borders providing colour throughout the year. A terrace at the front enjoys glorious views, and provides the perfect spot for summer entertaining.A rose arbour and pathway lead through to a greenhouse, garden shed and a kitchen garden area. An archway in the garden wall leads to the rear part of the garden, with many established trees including copper beech and chestnut. At the rear is a former stable block, of timber construction under a tiled roof, which provides useful additional storage. There is a disused swimming pool which is now a fishpond with a paved terrace surrounding.LocationThe Cottage occupies an idyllic location along a quiet no through lane on the edge of Witchampton, one of the area's most sought after villages. The village lies within the beautiful countryside of the Cranborne Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Within the village are the Church, Church Hall, First School, and the Crichel social club and shop. The Minster town of Wimborne is approximately 5 miles away offering excellent amenities including a branch of Waitrose, cafes, restaurants and bars, and the Tivoli theatre/ cinema. State and independent schools in the wider area, include Canford, Dumpton, Bryanston, Clayesmore, and Queen Elizabeth's. The popular holiday town of Bournemouth is approx. 15 miles, and Poole harbour for sailing, watersports and beaches is approx. 13 miles away.For walking, riding and cycling, the New Forest National Park can be joined east of Ringwood and the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast starts at Studland, beyond Wareham. The A31 which leads on to the M27 and M3 to London can be joined at Ashley Heath and trains to London Waterloo run from Poole and Southampton Parkway station.Square Footage: 5,030 sq ft Acreage: 1.35 AcresDirectionsFrom Wimborne proceed north on the B3078 Cranborne Road. After about 4 miles, take the left hand turn signposted Witchampton. Follow Witchampton Lane along this road, down the hill, over a small bridge and through the village passing the school on the left, and the social club on the right. Carry on along this lane, passing the gate to Crichel House on the left. The driveway to The Cottage can be found about 200m further along on the left hand side. Additional InfoCouncil Tax Band GServicesMains electricity and water. Private drainage. New septic tank was installed in 2019. The electrical services were fully updated and certified in January 2023. Oil fired central heating via two boilers. Please note that the working condition of any of the services or kitchen appliances have not been checked by the agents but at the time of taking particulars we were informed they were all in working order. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i71719564
Connected to all mains services, the house has gas central heating (with under floor heating to 2 of the 3 floors), grey aluminium double glazing, and Cat 6 cabling through.Canford View House will appeal to purchasers seeking a spacious, contemporary family home located in a quiet residential area, with outstanding views towards the Dorset coast.There is a spacious hall with a cloakroom. A quality ceramic tiled floor extends throughout the ground floor.The magnificent kitchen/family area has triple sliding glass doors to a large decked balcony with a glass balustrade giving remarkable views over the garden and fields beyond. From the decking, a glazed staircase leads down to the garden.The impressive kitchen features a comprehensive range of high specification units, Corian work surfaces, Quooker tap, twin Siemens fan ovens (one with an integrated microwave), Siemens touch-control induction hob, dishwasher, wine cooler, full height integrated larder fridge, impressive Corian workstation/breakfast bar and a state-of-the-art suspended glass extractor with LED lighting. Off the kitchen there is a spacious utility room with sink, full height cupboards, space for washing machine and dryer, full height freezer, and doors to the double garage and the side of the house.From the entrance hall, an impressive oak and glass staircase (with LED lighting to each tread) leads to the first floor, which boasts 4 spacious double bedrooms and 3 fully tiled bathrooms.The principal bedroom suite features a comprehensive range of high gloss walnut effect wardrobes, drawers and bedside cabinets, and double sliding doors enclosed by glass screens, giving a fantastic view over the garden and fields beyond. Its spacious en suite bathroom has an extra large shower, twin wash basins, WC, heated mirror, feature lighting and fully tiled walls.Bedroom 2, to the front, has 3 glazed wardrobes and matching bedside cabinets, and an en suite shower room. Bedroom 3 has access to the family bath/shower room, which is shared with Bedroom 4 (which also has glazed wardrobes.)From the hall, a staircase leads down to a large hallway on the lower ground floor which has a large storage cupboard.Glazed double doors lead to a large living room which has a log burning stove, a fully tiled floor, and triple sliding glass doors to the garden. Also on this level there is a cloakroom, a study and Bedroom 5, which is a double room with 3 full height glazed wardrobes, bedside cabinets and an en suite shower room.Canford View House is approached from Park Homer Drive via a tarmac slipway leading to a large, pavioured driveway, with space for several vehicles, and an integral double garage (with electric door and personal doors to the utility room and side.)The front garden has been landscaped with shrub borders, and a wide ramp leads to a secure gate. The southerly facing rear garden is enclosed by close boarded fencing and has 4 established oak trees on the boundary. There is a large lawn, a paved entertaining terrace, a shed and well stocked borders.Location:Colehill offers first and middle schools, a church, a library, local shops including a Co-Op/post office, and scenic walks in Cannon Hill Plantation. Bus services connect to the market town of Wimborne Minster (approximately 2 miles) with its busy shopping centre and wide range of amenities, and to the coastal town of Bournemouth which has a mainline rail link to London Waterloo. Queen Elizabeth's Comprehensive School is easily accessible at Pamphill, as are Poole and Parkstone Grammar Schools, Dumpton Preparatory School at Furzehill, Canford School, within 4 miles at Canford Magna, and Bryanston School at Blandford.Directions:From Wimborne town centre, proceed up Rowlands Hill, past Colehill Cricket Ground and along Wimborne Road to the Colehill crossroads. Turn right into Middlehill Road and take the second turning on the right into Park Homer Road. Park Homer Drive is the first turning on the left, and Canford View House can be seen on the right hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70230270
Great attention to detail has been paid in restoring and refurbishing this magnificent Grade II Listed 'Arts and Crafts' building, and no expense has been spared in creating an outstanding home.Traditionally constructed, the house has handsome elevations of render, tile hanging and brick under a small, plain clay tiled roof, with tall sash windows, and tall brick chimney. It is connected to all mains services, with quality hardwood Georgian style windows throughout.The superb accommodation extends to over 4200sq ft of living space, arranged over 3 floors, and includes 3 spacious reception rooms, a stunning hand built Searle & Taylor kitchen, a large family/breakfast room, 5 large double bedrooms and 4 luxury bathrooms.This is a significant family home designed by the eminent architect W D Caroe, a major figure in the Arts & Crafts movement of the time.A feature portico entrance with paved floor, and an impressive hand-painted front door (with brass knocker) leads into a panelled entrance vestibule (with 3-colour ceramic tiled floor, and cornice) off of which is a cloakroom with Sanitan high level WC, wash basin, half tiled walls and ceramic tiled floor.The reception hall has a winding staircase (with mahogany handrail) to the first floor, unusual tiled fireplace, parquet flooring, and under stairs cupboard.The sitting room/study is a superb dual aspect room with a semi-circular bay window overlooking the courtyard, and stone fireplace with inset firebox.Glazed full height doors from the hallway lead to a dining room with stone corner fireplace (with inset wood burner), feature semi-circular bay window and door to the garden.The magnificent drawing room has an original fireplace set in a panelled arched recess (with wrought iron grate, raised basket, and slate hearth), and 2 pairs of full height hardwood double glazed doors to the terrace and garden.The stunning custom made kitchen/breakfast room by Searle & Taylor of Winchester features a comprehensive range of hand painted and figured walnut joinery, granite surfaces, twin under-bowl Belfast sinks, island unit complemented by an L-shaped walnut sitting area, gas Aga and module (with 4 ovens, 2 gas burners, and 2 hotplates) with feature mantel over, Miele oven, Fisher & Paykel drawer dishwasher, large Gaggenau larder fridge, separate freezer, spice drawers and shelves, feature fitted larder, limestone floor, and overlooks the front garden and courtyard.From the kitchen/breakfast room, a door leads through to a family/breakfast room with brick fireplace, high level panelling, storage cupboard, limestone flooring, concealed staircase to first floor and second floors, and door to outside. There is a utility room with a range of hand painted units, granite surfaces, twin under-bowl ceramic sinks, utility cupboard with space for white goods, and doors to a built-in drying room, a wine store and a small enclosed courtyard.From the reception hall, an impressive winding staircase leads to a long first floor landing with feature cornicing.The principal bedroom suite is an impressive room with 2 sash windows overlooking the rear garden, glazed casement doors to a magnificent dressing room with a range of bespoke full height wardrobes (with hanging space and drawers), oak flooring, and a walkway to a large, marble tiled en suite shower room with shower, winged wash basin on a chrome pedestal, and concealed cistern WC.Bedroom 2 is a superb dual aspect room with en suite dressing room and an en suite shower room with shower, concealed cistern WC, and wash basin.The spacious third bedroom has fitted wardrobes and drawers.The family bath/shower room has a free standing rolltop bath, corner shower, wash basin and WC.From the first floor landing, stairs lead to a long second floor landing with access to eaves storage space, and study area with a workstation.Bedrooms 4 and 5 are large double rooms with a fitted wardrobes, and the second floor bath/shower room comprises a modern bath tub, shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.A tarmac slipway leads through stone-capped brick piers and oak gates into a large gravelled courtyard. A pavioured slipway leads to a large detached double garage with up-and-over door, and staircase to office/games room.The front garden is enclosed from the road by established mixed hedgerows, with a well maintained lawn, and pavioured surround, and a paved terrace.The rear garden is an outstanding feature of the property, being predominantly south facing with a large, well maintained flat lawn, and enclosed by close boarded fencing and a high conifer hedge. There are impressive borders planted with a wide range of shrubs, trees including beech and palm, a large paved entertaining terrace ideal for Al Fresco dining, private terrace behind the garage, with a large detached garden chalet.Location:Colehill offers local shops, and Wimborne town centre offers a wide range of amenities, while the larger coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo, are within 20 minutes' drive. Bournemouth and Southampton airports are also easily accessible. The area is well served by both state and independent schools including Dumpton and Queen Elizabeth's.Directions:From Wimborne, proceed up Rowlands Hill, past Colehill Cricket Ground and along Wimborne Road. At the staggered crossroads opposite Colehill Post Office, turn left into Smugglers Lane. Merryfield House is situated on the left hand side, before reaching Furzehill. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70934468
'Beechleas' is an exceptional Grade II listed gentleman's residence in Wimborne town centre on a secluded plot with ample parking and potential benefit of two self contained annexe buildings. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70017193
Charming character home occupying a delightful wooded setting in gardens and grounds of about 19 acres. DescriptionWood End is understood to have been built as an estate lodge, and was the subject of extension and improvement by the previous owner during his 40+ years at the property. The house has mainly brick elevations under a slate roof, the central section at the front including the gable end and window surrounds of the original lodge. It is fair to say that the property would now benefit from modernisation and refurbishment, and offers a buyer huge scope to adapt and improve to their own style, budget and timescale. There could also be potential to extend or even replace the existing house, subject of course to any necessary permissions being obtained. One of the undoubted features of the property is the incredible wooded setting. Approached along a long private driveway lined with trees, the grounds offer complete peace and seclusion, and yet are within a few minutes' drive of both the A31, and the centre of Wimborne Minster. A covered porch area gives access to both front and rear entrance doors. The front door opens into the entrance hall with cloaks storage, understairs cupboard and cloakroom with basin and WC. A laundry room also houses the central heating boiler. The generous dining room has a glazed door to the terrace and windows overlooking the garden. The 'L' shaped drawing room has an open fireplace, triple aspect windows, and opens into the conservatory with a door to the terrace and a beautiful outlook over the garden. The kitchen/ breakfast room is fitted with a range of oak fronted units including a double sink, ceramic hob, double oven, warming drawer, larder fridge, and space for a table and chairs. The utility room has a sink unit, plumbing for a washing machine, and a door to the rear porch.A staircase leads up to the first floor landing with linen and store cupboards. The main bedroom suite includes a generous and bright bedroom, a dressing area with built in wardrobes, and a modern half tiled bathroom with bath, separate glazed shower, basin and WC. The spacious guest bedroom has fitted wardrobes and is arranged in two areas, so could possibly be split into two smaller rooms. There is a third bedroom with built in wardrobes, a small fourth bedroom or boxroom, and a modern family bathroom with shower/ bath, basin and WC. Most rooms in the house enjoy delightful aspects over the gardens and grounds.OutsideWood End is approached along a long unmade private driveway which leads through the property's woodland, and opens out to an extensive parking and turning area adjacent to the house. There is a large attached Car Port/ Garage with electrically operated door, providing undercover space for three or four cars and giving access to a separate Office/ Workshop of timber construction. The pretty building known as The Bothy provides a garage with loft store above, and a gardener's room which originally had a fireplace.The house is set in attractive gardens and wooded grounds extending to approximately 19 acres and offering complete seclusion. The garden has an extensive brick paved terrace perfect for summer entertaining, beyond which is a large lawn with flowering shrubs and a backdrop of trees. To the side of the garden is a paddock with field shelter, and a stream fed pond. This links through to a further paddock behind a belt of trees and along the rear boundary. There are three areas of woodland with tracks running through them, Martin's Close Copse, Rabbit's Copse and Chalky Close Copse, with the majority of boundaries being onto open farmland.A public footpath runs along the edge of the paddock, concealed behind an established hedge.LocationWood End enjoys an enviable semi-rural location, and yet is just 2.5 miles from all the amenities of Wimborne Minster. This popular town has many cafe's bars and restaurants, supermarkets including Waitrose and M&S Food, and the Tivoli theatre. The centre of Poole offering shopping and entertainment facilities is approx. 8 miles, with Poole Harbour and Sandbanks beaches, yachting and water sports, approx.10 miles. God's Blessing Lane leads to the A31 and connects with the M27/M3 to London. Trains to London run from Poole and Southampton Parkway. The area is well served by schools including St James' First in Gaunts Common, St Michaels & Queen Elizabeth's in Wimborne, together with Canford, Dumpton, Bryanston and Clayesmore. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed in The New Forest National Park, east of Ringwood and along the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, beyond Wareham.Square Footage: 2,701 sq ft Acreage: 19.4 AcresDirectionsFrom the A31 driving west towards Wimborne: Take the turning signposted to Holt, Broomhill and Garden Centre, and follow this road through woodland. Drive past Stewarts Garden Centre, and the turning to Wood End is about 200m along on the leftFrom Wimborne: Proceed north on the B3078 Cranborne Road, then turning right to Furzehill and Holt. Follow this road for about a mile, then turn right into Gods Blessing Lane. The entrance to Wood End is on the right hand side after about 600m. Additional InfoCouncil Tax Band GMains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Please note the working condition of any of the services or kitchen appliances has not been checked by the agents but at the time of taking particular we were informed they were all in working order. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70019128
The barn was in a derelict state in the late 1990s, and in the last 20 years has been substantially refurbished, restored and extended, and is now presented in truly beautiful condition throughout.The property stands on a large, flat site extending to over 8 acres, incorporating a range of outbuildings including a triple garage complex, a stable block with enormous potential for conversion to holiday accommodation (subject to the necessary planning consents), a large detached brick built barn, and a 5-bay agricultural barn.There is potential for a commercial income.The barn has many outstanding features including a stunning vaulted dining hall (with exposed A-frame timbers), a superb kitchen with range cooker, granite work surfaces, and a range of appliances, and an oak framed garden room overlooking the private garden. In addition, there are inglenook fireplaces, Victorian cylinder radiators, latched, ledged and braced internal doors, oak Indian slate and flagstone floors, 2 staircases including a spiral staircase, and quality floor coverings throughout.The property is connected to mains electricity and water, and has private drainage, oil fired heating and quality double glazed windows and doors throughout.A square entrance hall has flagstones, exposed beams and downlighters, built-in cupboard, and a cloakroom.From the entrance hall, a door leads through to the superb semi-galleried dining hall with a vaulted ceiling, exposed A-frame timbers and beams, flagstones, feature exposed brick wall, full height double glazed screen overlooks the courtyard, solid oak open tread staircase to first floor, and door to the study. The study features wide oak floorboards, part exposed brick walling, ceiling timbers and downlighters, and fitted shelves.A pair of glazed doors lead to an impressive drawing room with a full height brick inglenook fireplace (with bressummer beam, mantel, side displays, log store, herringbone brick plinth and wood burning stove), a wide oak boarded floor, casement doors to outside, and exposed ceiling timbers. Glazed doors lead to an impressive triple aspect family room with casement doors to the garden, an inglenook fireplace (with bressummer beam, fire basket, herringbone brick hearth,) and a feature spiral staircase leads to the second bedroom.From the dining hall, glazed double doors lead to a large kitchen with an excellent range of granite work surfaces, ceramic butler's sink, an extensive range of hand-painted units, flagstones, Alpha range cooker (supplying the heating and hot water), and walkway to an inner kitchen area with beech surfaces, matching units, ceiling timbers, exposed brick pier and space for fridge-freezer. There is a separate utility room which has flagstones, sink unit, cupboards, and door to outside. Double doors lead to a superb glazed garden room with ceramic tiled floor (with underfloor heating) and double doors to the garden.From the dining hall, an oak staircase leads to a galleried landing with exposed A-frame timbers and beams and a superb view over the adjacent farmland. A walkway with A-frame timbers, exposed brick walling and built-in cupboards leads to bedroom 1, a dual aspect room with exposed A-frame timbers and fine views, door to bedroom 2, and an ensuite shower room with a 3-piece suite and rooflight. Bedroom 2 has a spiral staircase leading down to the family room, an excellent range of fitted full height wardrobes, and an en suite bath/shower room comprising contemporary bath tub, quartz vanity unit with 2 inset wash hand basins, WC, walk-in shower cubicle, and quality flooring.The family bathroom has a shower bath, vanity unit with granite worktop and inset basin, WC, and access to loft.Bedroom 3 is a spacious double room with built-in wardrobes and exposed A-frame timbers and beams, bedroom 4 is a smaller double room overlooking the courtyard and paddocks, and bedroom 5 is a spacious dual aspect room with a door to an external staircase.From Willett Road, 5-bar gates lead to a large gravelled courtyard (with views towards Wimborne's famous Minster Church) has a central water feature and ample parking for caravans/horse boxes etc. The gravel drive is flanked by 5 main paddocks with good quality post-and-rail fencing throughout, inter-linked by steel 5-bar gates.There is a 3-bay Heritage style garage with a brick plinth, down timbers, slate roof and weathervane.The stable block is approximately 70' x 18' and of brick construction under a slate roof, with an outstand area enclosed by railings which lead to the courtyard, and 4 American style stables of brick and block construction with concrete floors. Steel railings, electric light and power, blanket storage, tack areas, cloakroom, 2 pairs of stable doors to the courtyard and exterior water supply. From the courtyard, an arched wrought iron gate and trellising lead to 2 barns.There is a large detached brick barn constructed of brick under a corrugated roof and tall brick chimneys. There are 3 pairs of entrance doors, and 2 areas arranged as large workshops/storage areas. The barn nearest to the house has been converted into a large, self-contained office suite accessible through a stainless steel frame, with windows, fully lined, suspended ceiling and fluorescent lighting, and a view onto the gardens. There is also a large, open-sided hay barn enclosed by shiplap timber to a height of 6ft, with lighting and power.The front garden has 2 lawns, one semi-circular, with brick plinth and wrought iron railings, enclosed by established shrubs. The delightful rear garden is enclosed by an established beech hedge and has a large lawn. There is a crazy paved entertaining terrace with a pergola, small lawn, established trees and shrubs. Outside the garden room, there is a delightful side garden, with an enclosed entertaining terrace ideal for al fresco dining. Agents' Note: An overage provision was imposed on the Title in 1999 for a 30 year period. The land has archaeological significance due to features dating back to the Roman period.Location:The picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster is centred around a charming town square and boasts a lively shopping area featuring both independent shops and national chain stores, a good range of pubs and restaurants, the Tivoli theatre/cinema and the historic Minster church. There are state schools for all ages, and the surrounding area is well served by both grammar and independent schools. There is easy access by road to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Beautiful countryside surrounds the town and Dorset's stunning beaches are within easy reach.Directions:From Pye Corner in Wimborne, proceed along Julians Road, over Julians Bridge to the Lake Gates roundabout at the junction with the A31. Take the second exit towards Corfe Mullen, turn left into Willett Road, and the property can be found on the left hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i71174072
Built as a bungalow in 1968, the property has been substantially extended in recent years, and now has a generous footprint of over 4,000 square feet, arranged over 2 floors.The property is tucked away off a private driveway at the head of Boundary Drive which is adjacent to Colehill cricket ground and about half a mile from Wimborne town centre.The house has facing mellow brick elevations with colour-washed render and panel features, and a natural slate roof. It is connected to mains water and electricity, and a gas connection is available at the end of Boundary Drive. Heated by oil and airsource heating, the property benefits from extensive off road parking and triple garaging.The house is completely screened by high hedges, offering a large degree of privacy, and a feature of the landscaping is a superb entertaining terrace with a Swim Spa Hydro Pool.An open-fronted entrance porch leads to a large reception hall with Amtico herringbone style flooring, under stairs storage space, and a door to a concealed staircase down to the garage. There is a cloakroom with WC and wash basin.The living/dining room has an exposed brick wall feature, and sliding double glazed screens to a terrace with stainless steel balustrading and glass panels.Bedroom 4 has Amtico flooring and full height wardrobes, and there is an en suite bathroom with bath, wash basin, WC and fully tiled walls.Bedroom 5 is a dual aspect L-shaped double room with full height wardrobes, a superb view of the garden, and an en suite shower room (with shower cubicle, vanity unit, wash basin, WC and fully tiled walls.)A major feature of the ground floor is a superb kitchen/family room with contemporary high gloss units, curved polished granite work surfaces, large island with extractor above, glass breakfast table, Franke sink, retractable larders, 3 Neff ovens/grills/microwave, touch-control induction hob, integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher, water softener, space for sofas, and brushed aluminium bifold doors to the garden.There is also a utility room with work surfaces, stainless steel sink, floor-to-ceiling cupboards, space for white goods, and door to outside.A straight staircase leads to a semi-galleried first floor landing with rooflights.Bedroom 1 is a superb room with an excellent range of fitted furniture, superb westerly views and an en suite bath/shower room (with large double-ended bath, walk-in double shower, vanity unit, wash basin and concealed cistern WC.)Bedroom 3 is a double room with a walk-in closet, fitted bedroom furniture, and a fully tiled en suite shower room (with double shower, vanity unit, wash basin, WC, rooflight and towel radiator.)Bedroom 2 is a superb dual aspect room with fitted wardrobes, excellent views and a fully tiled en suite shower room (with double shower, vanity unit, wash basin, WC and rooflight.)A long tarmac driveway leads through wrought iron double gates into a large pavioured driveway providing extensive off road parking. There is an integral double garage and a single garage. The 2-car garage has a roller door, lighting, power, excellent storage, and steps to a boiler room (with oil fired boiler and storage.) A step and door lead up to an integral single garage with roller door, cloakroom and wine store.The gardens are landscaped with grass, ferns, wildflowers, pavioured pathways, sleepers, planted stone retailing walls, a Swim Spa Hydro Pool with a sliding glazed roof and an artificial grass surround, a greenhouse, high mixed hedges and an entertaining area enclosed by stainless steel railings. Steps lead up to a paved terrace in front of the house, and access can be gained on both sides.Location:From Wimborne town centre, proceed up Rowlands Hall, bearing left at the small roundabout at the top of St Johns Hill. Continue up Rowlands Hill, past Colehill cricket ground, and turn left into Boundary Drive. Proceed to the end of the cul-de-sac, where a private drive leads to the property.DISCLAIMER: Christopher Batten wishes to inform prospective buyers that these particulars are a guide and act as information only. All our details are given in good faith and believed to be correct at the time of issue but they don't form part of an offer or contract. No Christopher Batten employee has authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. All fixtures and fittings, whether fitted or not are deemed removable by the vendor unless stated otherwise and room sizes are measured between internal wall surfaces, including furnishings. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i69953482
Internally, the house is fully alarmed, and has a CCTV system and a specialised wifi system to ensure good internet connection for home working.Gleddoch is set well back from Arrowsmith Road and approached via electric gates and a winding tarmac and block paviour driveway.The property is connected to mains water, electricity, and gas, and has private drainage system.A superb Porcelanosa tiled, double height central reception hall, off of which is a cloakroom, leads to an impressive drawing room with a limestone fireplace and double casement doors to the garden terrace. Off the drawing room is a triple aspect garden room with full height windows, doors to the garden and a built-in cupboard. There is also a study fitted with desktops and storage, and a built-in coat cupboard.At the other side of the hall, is the impressive kitchen/dining/family room. The contemporary high gloss units and polished granite work surfaces are complemented by an island unit and a range of appliances. The Porcelanosa tiled floor continues into the dining room which overlooks the grounds to the front, from which a wide archway leads into a charming family room with a wood burner.Adjacent to the kitchen, there is a spacious utility room fitted with units and work surfaces, with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. A rear lobby leads to a further cloakroom, the front and rear gardens, the pool complex and the garage.The indoor pool complex has been completed to a high specification and boasts a 7m liner pool in a tiled surround, with fitted changing rooms, a cloakroom, a shower, a de-humidifier and a plant room with wall mounted gas boiler, sand filter and pool electrics. 2 sets of double doors and full height windows overlook the grounds.From the reception hall, a grand staircase leads to a semi-galleried landing with a vaulted ceiling. The principal bedroom offers excellent views over the grounds, a comprehensive range of fitted furniture, a fitted en suite dressing room, a paved balcony with lovely views, and a luxury en suite bath/shower room.Bedroom 2 is a large double bedroom overlooking the front courtyard and gardens, with an en suite shower room. Bedrooms 3 and 4 are both generously sized rooms with fitted furniture, and there is also a spacious family bath/shower room.Gleddoch is approached through electric gates giving access to a sweeping driveway opening into an impressive courtyard providing parking for numerous vehicles. The attached double garage has an electric door.The house is surrounded on all sides by superb gardens and woodland offering complete privacy, and the entire plot has been fenced with 7ft close boarded panels and concrete posts. The grounds feature large undulating lawns interspersed with a wealth of trees and shrubs including oak, birch, willow and rhododendron.At the rear of the house there is a large, detached timber workshop with lighting, electrics and a wood burner. A wrought iron staircase leads to a spacious loft area over the pool complex which could be used as ancillary accommodation.Location:The local centres of Wimborne and Broadstone are within a few minutes' drive, and Arrowsmith Road is ideally situated for Canford School and Poole and Parkstone Grammar Schools. The wider area is well served by both state and independent schools.The picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster is centred around a charming town square and boasts a lively shopping area featuring both independent shops and national chain stores, a good range of pubs and restaurants, the Tivoli theatre/cinema and the historic Minster church. There is easy access by road to the coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth, both of which have mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Beautiful countryside surrounds the town and Dorset's stunning beaches are within easy reach.Directions:From Canford Magna village, proceed to the junction with Magna Road. Turn right and immediately left, into Arrowsmith Road. Continue for less than a mile through some sharp bends, and the driveway to Gleddoch can be seen on the left hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i71766628
Most splendid listed Grade II farmhouse with land and separate cottage in the glorious Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. DescriptionBowerswaine Farmhouse is a particularly handsome property thought to date back to 1767 and set in a wonderful valley that has changed little in centuries. The farmhouse has spacious, well arranged accommodation over two floors with attractive brick elevations and sash windows under a clay tiled roof. Bowerswaine Farmhouse is approached from a quiet country lane where a walled gravel courtyard leads on to the house outbuildings and garaging. The house has been sympathetically renovated and improved in the last 20 years whilst retaining period features which add to the charm including fireplaces with decorative surrounds and exposed timbers. Since the original 18th century house was built it has been extended to create what is now a spacious six bedroom family house. There are nicely proportioned rooms with high ceilings. The formal entrance to the house is to the north from where a hallway runs the length of the house. Either side of the reception hall is the Snug with wood stove and a Study also with stove. In 2000 the owners installed a spiral wine cellar into the floor of the Study. Further along the hall is the Drawing Room with French Doors out to a seating area and doors through to the Dining Room. Both rooms provide excellent entertaining space for friends and family. At the end of the hall is a downstairs Cloakroom with WC.On the opposite side of the hall is the spacious Family Kitchen with oil fired Aga, electric oven, central island and fitted wooden cabinets. French doors lead from the kitchen out to a sheltered seating area. From the kitchen a door leads to a lovely Garden Room with slate roof and skylights. Off the kitchen is a useful Larder, Utility Room and Boot Room. Stairs from here lead up to a self-contained Bedroom and Bathroom.There are two staircases from the hall which lead up to the first floor landing. The Main Bedroom has a Dressing Room and en suite Bathroom and there are four further Bedrooms on the first floor each with lovely views over the farm and surrounding countryside. Gardens and GroundsThe gardens at Bowerswaine Farmhouse lie principally to the north and east of the house. To the north of the house is a sheltered lawn with a mature Copper Beech and Lime Tree and Beech hedge. Adjacent is the flood-lit tennis court and tennis shed.To the east of the house is a beautifully secluded partially walled garden with mature borders and seating area with French Doors to the kitchen. Box parterre takes you through to the swimming pool. Beyond to the north are the pretty water meadows bordering the River Gussage. Lying further to the east are productive fruit and vegetable cages, the orchard and chicken run. A track from here leads to the farm. To the south of the yard and barns is a small paddock also providing outside space for the Cow Shed.The Cow Shed (cottage)Across the yard from the house is the Cow Shed a pretty red brick cottage under a tile roof comprising an open plan ground floor with fitted kitchen and seating area with open fire. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. At the rear of the cottage is a paved patio and lawn. Ideal ancillary accommodation for friends, relatives, staff or for income generation. OutbuildingsTo the rear of the house is a three bay open fronted car port and store of brick and timber construction. The generator and diesel tanks are found adjacent.The courtyard to the west of the house comprises a range of modern and traditional buildings which provide useful storage and entertaining space. The buildings can be described as follows: Spacious Party Barn and gym which has in the past been used to host shoot lunches. There is a greenhouse attached to the back of the barn. Next to the barn is an open fronted four bay Dutch Barn with corrugated roof and sides and part weather boarded front. Next to the Dutch Barn is The Cow Shed and then against the western wall of the courtyard is a Workshop. The Tennis Shed is located on the opposite side of the court yard to the Party Barn. The Farm The delightful water meadows to the north and east of the provide an excellent habitat for wildlife as well as a diverse range of flora and fauna and of course grazing in the summer months. The gardens provide a buffer between the water meadows and the rest of the farm which rises gently to the south and east. This block extends to about 26.96 acres enclosed with mature hedging and bordered to the east by the River Allen. The fishing rights along The River Allen are not included in the sale and are owned by the Shaftesbury Estate. The estate have the right to pass along the western bank of The Allen. A bridge provides access. There is a gate on the south west boundary of the farm at Hill providing vehicular access. Fishing and River BanksThe property benefits from 662 yards of single bank fishing on The Gussage. The word 'Gussage' has been formed from two Saxon words, 'gyse' for 'water breaking forth' and 'sic' for 'watercourse', and refers to the gushing stream that rises at Gussage St Andrew and flows into the River Allen.LocationBowerswaine is situated in the glorious, sought after Cranborne Chase area of outstanding natural beauty and bordered by Crichel and Shaftesbury Estate land. Located about a mile to the south east of the picturesque village of Gussage All Saints with the Drovers Public House, a village hall and parish church. The location offers the rare combination of rural privacy with just a farm as a neighbour, but with the convenience of being just over five miles from Wimborne Minster. This popular, attractive Dorset town offers extensive shopping facilities including a Waitrose supermarket as well as a selection of restaurants, cafes and pubs. The coast is just 15 miles away with Bournemouth, Poole and Sandbanks offering sandy beaches, sailing and other water sports. The New Forest National Park is about 12 miles to the east and is an idyllic place for walking, cycling and riding. The surrounding area is well known for the pheasant and partridge shooting and lies in the heart of Portman Hunt country. The prestigious Remedy Oak private golf course is four miles away. Communications in the area are excellent, with the A31 about 9 miles to the south east connecting with the M27 and M3 giving access to London. There are direct rail services to London Waterloo from Poole, Bournemouth Salisbury and Southampton Parkway stations.EducationThe area is well known for the quality of its Independent schooling in the area including Dumpton, Castle Court, Sandroyd, Port Regis, Bryanston, Canford, Clayesmore, The Sherborne Schools and Milton Abbey.Square Footage: 4,848 sq ft Acreage: 54.02 AcresDirectionsFrom London and the A31 proceed into Wimborne taking the B3078 towards Cranborne. Continue for approximately 7 miles to the Horton Inn. Turn left, down over a river bridge and then take the first right signposted to Bowerswaine. Follow this road down the hill and Bowerswaine Farmhouse is the first property on the right hand side. Additional InfoCouncil Tax Band GThe Cow Shed BMains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating to the house. Electric heating to The Cow Shed and Party Barn. Private drainage. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wimborne-d197627/for-sale_i70361320
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