Dorset

Welcome to this picturesque corner of Dorset, tucked away amidst glorious countryside. This character cottage is nestled in a third of an acre. A true tranquil haven for nature lovers, this secluded spot is home to a variety of songbirds flitting about the established garden and neighbouring fields.

Originally two workers cottages reputed to date back to the reign of William IV, this four-bedroom country residence exudes history and charm.

The front south-west elevation is adorned with delightful Rose, Ivy, and Comfrey. The front door opens into the inviting ENTRANCE HALL, featuring Herringbone wood flooring and a quarter turn staircase rising to the first floor. The SITTING ROOM is bathed in light from both ends, a delightful bay and adjacent window overlook the secluded front gardens, while double doors open to the rear garden and another window further frames the view. This generous sized reception room has the sitting room area centred around the cosy feature open brick fireplace for those cooler evenings. At the far end of the room, bespoke book and display shelving with a desk add a touch of practicality. Ceiling beams and ledge and brace doors hint to bygone days.

The DINING ROOM is also generously proportioned and readily accommodates a dining table for entertaining or family gatherings. Plentiful light pours in courtesy of the bay window once again overlooking the large private front garden. Adjacent to the dining room is the KITCHEN where the sink is ideally positioned under the south-west facing window, with neighbouring door leading out to the gardens. An array of cupboards and work surfaces along with Integral appliances include an eye level oven, hob with fume hood above together with a Bosch™ dishwasher make the space both functional and inviting. Past the window overlooking the rear garden a door leads through to the BOOT ROOM/ UTILITY ROOM, with door to the garden and an ideal space for kicking off those boots after a country walk. Here there is ample room with associated plumbing for appliances, and the Worcester™ oil fired boiler. Off the entrance hall, is the ground floor BATHROOM with panelled bath with electric shower, wash hand basin, airing cupboard and natural light from the window. Directly opposite is the separate W.C. with window to the front elevation. A small area has been arranged as a workstation with south-east facing window.

To the first floor is the LANDING from this centre point doors radiate to the four bedrooms. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM enjoys views overlooking the front garden and a further window has views of the rear garden, the stable block and beyond over the countryside. A built-in wardrobe provides for storage space, whilst a further door leads through to a VESTIBULE with further storage and to the ENSUITE BATHROOM. BEDROOM TWO and BEDROOM THREE are both double bedrooms, bedroom two, sits to the front of the cottage whilst bedroom three lies to the rear each enjoying garden views, with bedroom three having built-in wardrobes. Completing the character accommodation is BEDROOM FOUR, a generous sized single bedroom lying to the fore of this compelling country residence.

Outside
Nestled in a third of an acre, the wrap around garden embraces the cottage, providing a haven of tranquility privacy and a sense of total seclusion. This perfect family garden is largely laid to lawn punctuated by specimen trees including European Beech, Grey Willow, Norway spruce, Holly and Olive tree. There are also mature Apple and Pear trees, and Elderflower and Sloe bushes, to name but a few. A rectangular garden pond adds to the harmony, while well-stocked and established boundaries add to the colour and interest and are left largely natural to further enhance the setting. To the rear the gardens enjoy a far-reaching vista over the neighbouring countryside.

To the south-east of the cottage a drive provides off - lane parking for three vehicles, a five-bar gate leads to further parking and the garaging. The SINGLE GARAGE has double opening timber garage doors, pitched and tiled roof, with a window to the rear. In addition, there is a STABLE BLOCK, repurposed, providing endless storage opportunities.

Location
A peaceful location within this National Landscape formerly AONB. Higher Ansty is a charming hamlet on the slopes of Bulbarrow Hill. Nearby Ansty, has a well-stocked farm shop/post office and 'The Fox', a highly recommended public house. Schooling is provided by Cheselbourne Village School, St Mary's Puddletown and Thomas Hardye, Dorchester (school bus service). For those seeking Independent education schools Sherborne, Bryanston, Clayesmore and Milton Abbey schools are within easy reach. Dorchester and Sherborne both lie some 14 miles away, offering high street shops in addition to restaurants, tea shops, local attractions, and main line railway links.
Sporting facilities in the area include golf at Came Down, Blandford or Sherborne, horse racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath and Taunton, sailing and other water sports at Poole Harbour, Weymouth and along the Dorset Jurassic coastline, as well as walking and riding amidst the surrounding countryside. Indeed, a nearby footpath offers miles of scenic trails across the Dorset Downs - an idyllic location.

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