Wareham
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- 1.5 Acre Grounds
- Woodland Setting Close To SSSI
- Requires Complete Refurbishment
- 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
- 2 Reception Rooms & Kitchen
Description
Situated just on the outskirts of the Saxon walled market town of Wareham, Woodpecker Cottage offers a fantastic opportunity to create a wonderful family home set in a stunning woodland setting whilst being within easy reach of the town centre. The Saxon walled market town of Wareham offers a wide range of amenities including shops, public houses, restaurants and mainline train station providing access to London Waterloo. The River Frome also benefits from a marina and yacht club.
Nestled in a serene woodland setting off a private road, this detached house presents a rare opportunity for complete refurbishment, offering endless potential to create a dream home in a stunning location. The property is surrounded by approximately 1.5 acres of wonderful grounds, including a lush lawn, a charming patio, and mature woodland, providing both privacy and tranquillity.
The existing accommodation is filled with character and includes an inviting entrance hall, featuring a striking stone staircase and vaulted ceiling. The spacious sitting room, with its classic fireplace, boasts views over the beautiful gardens. A separate dining room and kitchen with a cellar offer ample space for entertaining and everyday living. A convenient WC completes the ground floor.
Downstairs, the lower ground floor is home to four bedrooms, including a master bedroom with an en-suite shower room, plus a family bathroom. Two bedrooms offer views over the surrounding grounds, allowing you to wake up to the peaceful sounds of nature.
Externally, the property benefits from driveway parking and plenty of potential for extension or modernization (subject to planning permission), making this a blank canvas for the discerning buyer. Set in such a sought-after, idyllic woodland location, this property is perfect for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle and the opportunity to transform a classic home into something truly special.
The property also benefits from double glazing and gas fired central heating.
Kitchen 4.76m (15'7) x 2.84m (9'4)
Sitting Room 6.38m (20'11) x 5.39m (17'8)
Dining Room 6.36m (20'10) x 4.95m (16'3)
Bedroom 1 3.76m (12'4) x 3.07m (10'1)
En Suite 1.97m (6'6) x 1.5m (4'11)
Bedroom 2 3.42m (11'3) x 3.11m (10'2)
Bedroom 3 4.99m (16'4) x 2.56m (8'5)
Bedroom 4 3.57m (11'9) x 3.08m (10'1)
Bathroom 3.86m (12'8) x 1.68m (5'6)
Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Parking: Driveway
Utilities:
Mains Electricity
Mains Gas
Mains Water (Agents note- Hot water tank requires replacement)
Drainage: Septic Tank
Broadband: Refer to ofcom website
Mobile Signal: Refer to ofcom website
Flood Risk: For more information refer to gov.uk, check long term flood risk
Council Tax Band: F
Note: The property has a restrictive covenant, please contact the office for further information.
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- Band: F
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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About Goadsby, Wareham
10 West Street, Wareham, BH20 4JXBespoke brochures, floor plans on all listings, on-line audio tours, open houses, professional photography, HOMES of DISTINCTION, multi-listing to neighbouring Goadsby branches, guaranteed exposure of your property in our High Street window.
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Goadsby estate agents in Wareham has been successfully selling and letting properties within Wareham and its surrounding villages for over 3 decades.
Whether you are buying, selling, renting, letting, or interested in property management our professional team pride themselves on delivering excellent service, in-depth local knowledge and industry expertise.
A driven team, focused on success - and offering innovations such as bespoke brochures, floor plans on all listings together with further options to include Open Houses, Professional photography and Homes of Distinction branding ensure we attract high numbers of enquiries that make Goadsby with its network of branches throughout central southern England the 'Independent Estate Agent of choice'
The Wareham Office deals with a wide cross-section of properties ranging from town centre apartments and houses, to larger individual village and farm homes in the surrounding area including Bere Regis, Lulworth, Kimmeridge, Corfe Castle, Wool and Bovington and work closely with our neighbouring branches to cover the entire Purbeck and Jurassic Coastline.
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