Stoke Wake, Blandford Forum, Dorset

Located in a serene rural setting, this charming home offers unparalleled tranquillity and far-reaching views.

The interior of this Grade II listed home is a harmonious blend of period charm and modern comfort, offering spacious rooms that invite relaxation and conviviality, showcasing exposed timber beams and period features throughout. Large, leaded windows bathe the rooms in soft, natural light, inviting the outside in and accentuating the sweeping rural vistas.

There are three principal receptions rooms on the ground floor. The SITTING ROOM, boasts wooden floors and inglenook fireplace with timber mantle and inset wood burner, whilst the adjacent generous DINING ROOM includes herringbone parquet flooring and a stunning inset fireplace with stone surround.

Conveniently situated near to the Dining Room is the FARMHOUSE KITCHEN. This room is readily able to accommodate a large table for more informal gatherings, this light and spacious room looks out over the grounds to the distant Bulbarrow Hill, and includes wooden countertops, providing an ample space for cooking and food preparation, with abundant space floor and wall mounted units, a 2 oven AGA™, sink, with drainer, and ample space for white goods. Beyond this room is the UTILITY ROOM/PANTRY, which contains additional worktops, storage, sink, and space and plumbing for further white goods. The final reception room is a flexibly configured space, and is currently utilised as a dedicated HOME OFFICE, thought would work equally well as a SNUG or even a ground-level bedroom.

Upstairs five generously sized bedrooms await, each with its own unique charm and character. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM enjoys the most impressive views of this rural location, offering even farther glimpses of this tranquil vista, and is serviced by nearby BATHROOM with bath, W.C. and wash hand basin. BEDROOM FIVE is also situated in this portion of the house, and, aside from its current use, would also make an ideal additional office, or dedicated Dressing Room to the main bedroom, if so desired.

BEDROOMS TWO and THREE, both double rooms, share a convenient ‘Jack and Jill’ ensuite bathroom (which can be closed off from one or the other as needed), with the final room, BEDROOM FOUR (also a double room) enjoying the same open aspect as the principal room.

ANNEX

Converted a little over a decade ago, this charming fully detached barn conversion forms a truly impressive separate home with underfloor heating throughout. In an age where flexibility and lifestyle is paramount, this cottage offers a host of options, from continuing the existing highly successful bed and breakfast business, to combining multi-generational living whilst maintaining independence and comfort. The expansive SITTING DINING ROOM incudes vaulted ceilings, wooden floors and wood burner, offering ample space for a dining table and chairs. The KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM is fully integrated with white goods, and is replete with worktop space and storage units. The TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS further evidence the quality of the conversion, and are served by a BATHROOM with bath, W.C. and wash hand basin, plus a separate Cloakroom with W.C and wash hand basin.

Outside
The exterior of Ridouts Farmhouse is equally enchanting, set amidst a large garden that invites outdoor enjoyment and tranquillity. The property’s grounds extend to encompass a two acre plot (approx.), ideal for equestrian pursuits or simply enjoying the open space. A notable further addition, beyond is the two-bedroom detached COTTAGE ANNEX, is the ample private parking and large DOUBLE GARAGE.

The rural views surrounding the property are breathtaking, with Bulbarrow Hill providing a stunning backdrop to this idyllic setting.

Location
Nestled on the edge of the Blackmore Vale, Ridouts Farmhouse enjoys a prime position within the widespread hamlet of Stoke Wake. About five-minute’s drive away is the vibrant village of Hazelbury Bryan, home to a primary school, village shop, pub, hall, and cricket club, fostering a strong sense of community. For more extensive amenities, the nearby town of Sturminster Newton provides additional options for shopping and leisure. The area's rich history is reflected in the farmhouse's naming in connection to the Ridout family, including the infamous smuggler Roger Ridout, adding an intriguing layer to this already fascinating property. Ridouts Farmhouse is more than a home; it's a lifestyle opportunity in the heart of Dorset's captivating countryside.

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