Stratton, Dorset

Welcome to Valley View, situated within the thriving village of Stratton, and enjoying far reaching views over the Frome Valley, living up to its name.

Approached through the private gated front garden, the front door with entrance canopy opens into the inviting ENTRANCE HALL, the feeling of space is immediately evident. Tastefully tiled flooring and doors radiate out to all ground floor rooms. On a practical note, there is a cloaks cupboard and an ever useful under stair cupboard. Lying to front of the residence is the STUDY with front garden views. The DINING ROOM (adjacent to the kitchen) effortlessly accommodates a dining table and chairs for entertaining, plentiful light comes courtesy of the twin opening doors to the raised paved terrace and rear garden. The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM has the twin bowl butler style sink ideally positioned under the window again looking out to the terrace, garden, woodland and the gently undulating countryside beyond. There is a range of both floor and wall mounted cupboards with timber food preparation work surfaces. Integral appliances include a gas hob with fume hood over, double oven, fitted dishwasher, and under counter fridge and freezer. A breakfast bar accommodates for more casual eating. Discreetly positioned off the hall is the CLOAKROOM with W.C., wash hand basin and window providing natural light. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the UTILITY/BOOT ROOM with sink unit, timber work surfaces and plumbing and space for a washing machine and drier. This generous sized space with doors to both the front and rear of the residence is an ideal spot to kick off those boots after a country walk. From the hall, a half-turn staircase rises to the first-floor landing, flooded with light from the front facing window.

The SITTING ROOM is centred around the pleasing fireplace with cosy coal effect gas fire for those cooler evenings and is elegantly flanked either side with cupboards and display / book shelving. This delightful reception room has a sash style window overlooking the front garden and double opening doors to the BALCONY. A delightful, canopied spot, enjoying far reaching valley views. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is also situated on the first floor again with double opening doors this time to a Juliette balcony, enjoying once again enviable views. The ENSUITE comprises shower cubicle, W.C., wash hand basin and window.

A further half turn staircase leads to the second-floor landing with window. BEDROOMS TWO and THREE lie to the rear of the house and both enjoy delightful far-reaching vistas over the valley. Bedroom two with built in wardrobes. BEDROOM FOUR sits to the front of the residence overlooking the private front garden, adjacent courtyard and interesting varied village scape. The family bathroom comprises generous sized shower cubicle, W.C., and wash hand basin.

Outside
The fully enclosed front garden enjoys a notably high degree of privacy, approached via a timber gate, the garden is arranged to lawn, punctuated with a variety of plants, bushes and trees. A path leads to the front door. The rear garden is also largely arranged to lawn with established borders providing both colour and interest. A paved path leads down the garden to a barbeque area and a timber gate. The raised paved terrace with timber balustrading is the ideal place to entertain or simply to sit and listen to the birdsong whilst surveying the view.

Adjacent to the front garden is the DOUBLE GARAGING with twin up and over doors, and both power and light, together with side personnel door and window. Additional parking to the fore of the garages.

Location
Stratton is a thriving and popular village with an inviting community spirit. The village is made up of a thoughtful blend of older-style residences and newer properties. Here you will find everything you need, including a church, village hall, village green, welcoming public house, playground and playing fields. Beyond the village itself, convenience is on your doorstep; the A37 ensures easy access to both Yeovil and the county town of Dorchester. A mere four miles away, Dorchester is a vibrant market town providing chain and independent stores, cafes and restaurants, plus a wide range of services. There are two cinemas, an arts centre, the county hospital and the highly acclaimed Thomas Hardye School, the catchment area of which includes the village of Stratton. Two mainline train stations provide easy access to London and Bristol, adding to the convenience of this location.

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