Melcombe Bingham, Dorset, Dorset

Approached from the fully enclosed ENTRANCE PORCH through to the welcoming ENTRANCE HALL the well configured layout radiates from this central point. The hall features ample storage options including a built-in airing cupboard with double doors, an additional cupboard, and access to the roof void via a fitted loft ladder. The SITTING ROOM/DINING ROOM is centred around the cosy stone fireplace with timber mantle, slate hearth and calor™ gas coal effect fire. Plentiful natural light comes courtesy of the window overlooking the drive and the double opening doors with side screens providing access to the patio and framing the glorious far reaching countryside views. A pair of glazed doors lead to the STUDY, which also has a glazed door to the patio offering delightful rural vistas.

The bright KITCHEN has ample room for breakfasting and casual eating, and there is a range of wall mounted and floor-based cupboards with drawers, together with double drainer sink unit and appliance space with plumbing. Pride of place is the AGA™ adding a touch of traditional charm. The adjacent UTILITY ROOM also lies to the front of the residence and has an access door to the drive and outside making it the ideal space to kick of those muddy boots after a country walk. Here there is a further double drainer sink unit, together with base units, plumbing for appliances and on a practical note the oil-fired boiler.

The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM lies to the rear of the bungalow with views of the gentle undulating countryside with the garden in the foreground, A built in wardrobe provides for storage. Adjacent to the principal bedroom is one of two bathrooms. The BATHROOM with three-piece suite includes a panelled bath. The guest bedroom – BEDROOM TWO is situated to the front of the residence overlooking the private hedged front garden, as does BEDROOM FOUR. Whilst BEDROOM THREE sits to rear once again having fine country views. Concluding the well configured accommodation is the further BATHROOM, once again with panelled bath, wash hand basin and WC.

Outside
A generous drive accommodates parking for several vehicles, leading to the DOUBLE GARGING, with up and over door, window and side personal door. Attached is a WORKSHOP, with the oil storage tank discreetly positioned behind. There is a separate TIMBER SHED for garden tools. The front boundary is hedged largely with Easter red cedar providing screening and much privacy from the lane. Betwixt the garaging/parking and the hedge is a generous area of lawn. A paved path leads to the front door with stocked border providing colour and interest with Tea rose, lily of the valley, peony, and showy stonecrop to name but a few. The front garden has an area of lawn and a point of interest: Star magnolia. To the rear of the garden are further areas of lawn together with a sheltered paved patio, an ideal spot to entertain or simply to sit and enjoy the far-reaching views of the glorious Dorset countryside.

Location
Melcombe Bingham is a delightful and picturesque Dorset village and offers magnificent walks over the Dorset gap, a well-known beauty spot with outstanding panoramic views across open countryside. Local for facilities in the nearby village of Ansty, there is a farm shop and general store, Village Hall, Church, and the well – renowned public house the 'Fox Inn'; with Cheselbourne primary village school also a short distance away.

The County town of Dorchester with its array of amenities, including the mainline rail link, county hospital, cinemas, and art centre, lies approximately 9 miles distant.

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