Acreman Street, Sherborne, DT9

Rosslyn is a handsome Victorian townhouse offering generous accommodation over four floors, with stunning views in an enviable position just a stone's throw from the centre of Sherborne. Constructed of Ham stone with ashlar quoining under a tiled roof, the house is full of Victorian architectural accents both inside and out, with beautiful tiling, decorative fireplaces, ceiling roses and grand staircases. Featuring neutral walls and carpets throughout the house, this is a blank canvas just waiting to be transformed into a gracious family home.

The ground floor enjoys an elevated position above street level, where a delightful, tiled porch opens onto a generous hallway, off which two large reception rooms lie, open plan to the front and rear and each with their own fireplace. Stairs lead down from the hall to the well-lit semi-basement kitchen and dining room, which are also accessible from the drive via a separate entrance, opening into a vestibule and hallway. The large dining room features a tiled floor and recessed spot lighting, where an impressive stone fireplace takes centre stage. This leads into the well-appointed and spacious kitchen, also with a tiled floor and a traditional Victorian hearth, comprising cream units under a wooden worktop, under counter double oven with electric hob, 1.5 stainless steel sink and space and connection for a dishwasher. There may be potential to dig out a terrace outside the kitchen as the neighbours have done. Just off the kitchen are a cloakroom and utility room/larder with stainless steel sink, worktop and space and connection for a washing machine.

Four ample double bedrooms are spread across the first and second floors with a bathroom at each level, one being an ensuite shower room and the second being a large family bathroom with separate bath and shower. There is a useful space on the first floor for a study or dressing room. On the upper floor, the front bedroom enjoys glorious views of Sherborne Abbey and tiled rooftops while the rear room looks across the walled garden to the hills beyond.

OUTSIDE
To the rear, the large, south-west facing walled garden is laid to lawn, bordered by mature shrubs and trees and offers the potential to be a truly delightful and secluded town garden. The back door leads down stone steps to a terrace ideal for enjoying summer sundowners.

Rosslyn House is full of Victorian character and offers huge potential to create a wonderful family home. The separate basement entrance suggests flexibility in the accommodation arrangements, while the benefit of being unlisted eases the ability to adapt the use of space throughout the house. A large, period house with garden and parking is a rarity in Sherborne and presents a fabulous opportunity to the discerning buyer.

LOCATION
Dominated by its ancient Abbey and school, Sherborne is arguably one of the most attractive towns in Dorset. Numerous musical and cultural events occur throughout the year and there is a superb range of traditional shops and boutiques. The beautifully refurbished Sherborne House is a landmark destination for the arts. The two castles, one of which was home to Sir Walter Raleigh, reflect the historic nature of the town, the centre of which is designated a Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to preserve its special character. West Dorset is well known for its unspoilt landscape and there are many pretty villages and countryside walks nearby. The Jurassic Coast is a mere twenty-five miles away at Weymouth. This stretch of coastline from Portland to Lyme Regis, with its spectacular cliffs, has recently been designated a World Heritage Site. Communications to this part of the country are excellent. From Sherborne there is a regular train service to Waterloo (approx 2 hours 15 minutes); the station is within walking distance. The A303 - linking the M3 and the M5 - is dual carriageway almost all the way, thus putting London and the West Country within a reasonable drive.

SPORTING AND RECREATION
The area is well known for its beauty and there is a network of bridleways and footpaths which cross the countryside making it ideal for walking, cycling and riding. Water sports can be found at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (near Yeovil) or on the south coast, as well as racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath or Exeter and golf at various courses including Yeovil, Sherborne and Dorchester.

EDUCATION
The area is noted for its independent schools with Leweston, Sherborne Boys', Sherborne Girls', Sherborne Prep, Perrott Hill and Hazlegrove all within easy reach. The Gryphon secondary school is highly regarded and very easily accessible.