
Holwell

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
1,163 sq ft
108 sq m
- 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
- Detached 19th Century House set in Blackmore Vale countryside
- Original features retained throughout the property
- Large garden
- Sat in plot of 0.34 acres
- Ample off road parking
- No onward chain
Description
The Dwelling - Buckshaw Gate is an excellent example of a former lodge, believed to date back to the late 19th century with cut stone elevations and hamstone accents beneath a tiled roof. Many of the original features have been carefully preserved, enhancing the home's historic appeal.
Accommodation - At the heart of this home is a hallway provides access to all main reception rooms. The well-appointed kitchen features generous cabinetry, a breakfast bar and leads to the rear hallway. From the rear hallway, you can access shower room and the charming gardens. The dining room, accessible from the kitchen, offers a large window overlooking the rear aspect and a feature fireplace. The living room complements this charm with a delightful bay window and its own feature fireplace.
The first floor comprises three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Bedrooms one and two showcase charming feature fireplaces, while the master bedroom also offers the added convenience of built-in wardrobes. The family bathroom is also located on this floor.
Garden - Enclosed by railings a gravelled area offers ample off road parking. Lying adjacent is a large area laid to lawn enclose by fencing with mature trees lying to the border and neighbouring fields surrounding.
Situation - The property is located on a quiet road, with the nearby village of Kings Stag offering a pub, coffee shop, and garage for essential amenities. Just 6 miles south of Sherborne, there’s easy access to a variety of shops, businesses, and a Waitrose supermarket. Other nearby towns include Yeovil (11 miles) and Dorchester (14 miles).
Sherborne offers excellent schooling options, including primary and secondary schools, as well as private schools like Sherborne, Leweston, and Bruton. The town provides a regular train service to London Waterloo (approx. 2.5 hours), while Castle Cary station (18 miles) offers a faster route to Paddington (about 90 minutes). Bournemouth, Bristol, and Exeter Airports are also within reach.
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Material Information - Mains electric and water
Oil central heating
Dorset Council -
Council Tax Band – E
Standard broadband is available in the area
Mobile phone coverage is available outside with limited to no coverage inside.
Source Ofcom - ofcom.org.uk
Agents Note - The private driveway is accessed via a shared driveway, maintenance costs could be requested adhoc basis from the Buckshaw House.
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Details - Buckshaw Gate.pdf- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: E
- 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
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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