Martinstown, Nr Dorchester, Dorset

Welcome to this ‘cosy character cottage’ situated in this highly favoured quintessential village location, a short drive from all the varied amenities both Dorchester and Poundbury has to offer.

The Cottage is approached from the lane and an inviting ENTRANCE PORCH, the front door with glazed insert opens into the ENTRANCE HALL, with panelled doors radiating out and the straight staircase rising to the first-floor accommodation. The SITTING ROOM has plentiful natural light courtesy of the windows to the lane and overlooking the private courtyard garden. Timber ceiling beams and the brick fireplace with log burner add to the ambience of this cosy appealing reception room. A further panelled door leads to the INNER HALL and the KITCHEN with stable style door extending effortlessly into the courtyard garden. The kitchen has an array of wall mounted and floor-based cupboards and drawers, the latter with pleasing timber food preparation work surfaces over. Integral appliances include a slimline dish washer together with AEG™ electric hob with fume hood over, and AEG™ electric oven. In addition, there is space for a fridge/freezer. A window looks out to the courtyard garden. Discreetly positioned off the entrance hall is the BATHROOM doubling as a UTILITY/LAUNDRY ROOM. Beautifully presented suite with panelled bath with Mira™ electric shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC. heated towel rail, whilst walls are either tastefully part panelled or tiled. In addition, there is plumbing and space for a washing machine.

Venturing up the straight staircase is the landing with window looking down to the courtyard garden and beyond. Further panelled doors in keeping with the cottage lead in turn to the three bedrooms. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM lies to the front of the cottage and is a comfortable double. A cast iron Victorian fireplace adds to the ambience. The ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM once again presents beautifully with quality suite comprising vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC. with concealed cistern, heated towel rail, corner shower cubicle and an abundance of natural light. BEDROOMS TWO AND THREE sit to the rear of the cottage, overlooking the courtyard and beyond, both bedrooms featuring cast iron fireplaces reminiscent of a bygone age. Bedroom two is a double whilst bedroom three is a single bedroom.

Outside
A delightful outside space is provided by the notably private courtyard garden.

The courtyard garden with its high walling provides a wonderful, sheltered oasis ideal for entertaining. With paved patio, area of shingle, and log store. The courtyard has a variety of plants, including lenten rose, Bear’s breech, Armandii, cow parsley, to name but a few, and is the ideal setting for a profusion of additional pots and plants. Rear access to the courtyard is available via a secure timber gate.

To the fore of the cottage is space for parking of a single vehicle.

Location
Martinstown, with the village green overlooked by the ancient church of St Martin’s and a charming array of period cottages, it is the quintessential Dorset village and, as such, is highly regarded in the area.

A local shop/post office, popular farm shop with cafe and friendly public house, support the strong community at the heart of this thriving village. With quick and easy access to the county town of Dorchester and Poundbury, just 4 miles away, it is well located for educational, transport (mainline stations to London/Waterloo & also Bristol), individual shops, delicatessens, restaurants within a town steeped in history and noted for its period architecture.

Directions
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