Hound Street, Sherborne, DT9

This charming gem of a property, built from local stone under a tiled roof in the mid 1990s, lies in the heart of Sherborne town. Accessed through a timber front door with attractive porch, the ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance hallway, a cloakroom, a kitchen and a sitting/dining room. French doors from the hallway lead into the open-plan sitting/dining room, which is a generous living space featuring a cast iron gas-fuelled fire providing warmth and atmosphere. There are windows with charming seats to the front and French doors to the rear which lead out to the south facing garden. The kitchen is a good size with simple fitted units and space and connection for a fridge, washing machine, slimline dishwasher and cooker. Windows above the sink ensure this is a light and bright space with the rear porch/boot room leading onto the terrace, making this both a practical and functional property that is also double glazed throughout.

Upstairs the landing leads to two double bedrooms, one to the front and one to the rear, both with large windows and generous wardrobe space. A third single bedroom/study overlooks the garden. There is a newly decorated shower room with large walk-in shower. From the landing, stairs rise to the upper level to a bathroom and the large fourth bedroom where the best views across to the hills can be enjoyed.

OUTSIDE
The delightful south facing garden has stone walls on either side which allow for a wonderfully private and sheltered outside space. Steps lead down from the terrace into a charming garden which is mostly paved. There are a variety of flowerbeds and a wooden shed, providing useful storage. Access through a wooden gate opens onto a short pathway that leads to the single garage and private parking space.

LOCATION
Dominated by its ancient Abbey and school, Sherborne is arguably one of the most attractive towns in Dorset. Numerous musical and cultural events occur throughout the year and there is a superb range of traditional shops and boutiques. The two castles, one of which was home to Sir Walter Raleigh, reflect the historic nature of the town, the centre of which is designated a Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to preserve its special character. West Dorset is well known for its unspoilt landscape and there are many pretty villages and countryside walks nearby. The Jurassic Coast is a mere twenty-five miles away at Weymouth. This stretch of coastline from Portland to Lyme Regis, with its spectacular cliffs, has recently been designated a World Heritage Site. Communications to this part of the country are excellent. From Sherborne there is a regular train service to Waterloo (approx 2 hours 15 minutes), the station is within walking distance. The A303 - linking the M3 and the M5 - is dual carriageway almost the whole way, thus putting London and the West Country within a reasonable drive.

SPORTING AND RECREATION
The area is well known for its beauty and there is a network of bridleways and footpaths which cross the countryside making it ideal for walking, bicycling and riding. Water sports can be found at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (near Yeovil) or on the south coast, as well as racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath or Exeter. Golf at various courses including Yeovil, Sherborne and Dorchester.

EDUCATION
The area is noted for its independent schools with Leweston, Sherborne Boys’, Sherborne Girls’, Sherborne Prep, Perrott Hill and Hazlegrove all within easy reach. The Gryphon secondary school is highly regarded and very easily accessible.