Winterborne Houghton

CHARMING COTTAGE IN SEMI RURAL LOCATION WITH LARGE LANDSCAPED GARDEN, WOODLAND AND COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS.
OFFERING TWO RECEPTION ROOMS, TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS & A STUNNING GARDEN STUDIO.**NO FORWARD CHAIN**


Charming Cottage in semi rural location of Higher Houghton which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest consisting of three wooded valleys running through chalk down land to the west of Blandford Forum, making it a beautifully picturesque setting. This property boasts rural views from both the house and garden, sits on a plot of approximately half an acre, with its own area of woodland.

There is a spacious front entrance porch, which leads into the hallway with a downstairs cloakroom and under stairs storage.
Off the hall is the kitchen fitted with a range of floor and wall units, built in electric oven and hob with extractor above, stainless steel sink and drainer with plumbing for a dishwasher and washing machine and space for a fridge freezer. There is the original 1950s wood block flooring and ceiling spotlights. A half-glazed door leads to a rear porch which currently used as a utility area.

Also off the hallway is the dual aspect sitting room with a brick fireplace fitted with a wood burning stove. This room leads through to a spacious dining room with sliding patio door leading to the patio and garden. There is a further window which has a spectacular view and these reception rooms have an open plan layout and are flooded with much natural day light.

Upstairs there are two spacious double bedrooms, both with fitted wardrobes. The larger bedroom is dual aspect and has a concealed shower cubicle. There is a modern bathroom with a white suite with a vanity unit and a heated towel rail.

Externally the garden is a real feature, landscaped with lawn, flower beds, raised vegetable beds and area of woodland. The foot garden studio with sedum roof is a versatile space and is fitted with a wood burner which also has a hot plate and oven. There is fitted corner kitchen with cupboards and drawers and a ceramic double sink. There are a double set of bifold doors on to the veranda which enjoys stunning views of the garden and countryside beyond and is a lovely, sheltered spot to sit and watch the abundance of wildlife.

There is a single detached garage with power and lighting and off-road parking.

The property is offered to the market with no onward chain.

Viewing comes highly recommended to appreciate the property and setting.

The nearby village of Winterborne Stickland has a thriving community with a church, a pub, sports ground, nursery school and busy village hall, and over the hill in Milton Abbas there is another pub, a post office, a farm shop and café, and a doctors surgery. For a wider range of shops and services it is only a short drive into Blandford with its historic Georgian market square, M&S Food Hall, Tesco, Morrisons and Lidl superstores.
There are lots of good opportunities for sport and recreation in the area, with lovely walking, riding and cycling in the countryside surrounding. This part of Dorset has also become well known for its excellent choice of schools.


Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Parking: Garage & parking
Utilities:
Mains Electricity
Oil Central Heating
Private Water
Drainage: Private Drainage
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: C
Reception 1 5.07m (16'8) x 3.61m (11'10)

Reception 2 4.24m (13'11) x 3.45m (11'4)

Kitchen 3.79m (12'5) x 3.04m (10')

Bedroom 1 5.04m (16'6) x 3.3m (10'10)

Bedroom 2 3.29m (10'10) x 3.15m (10'4)

Garden Studio 6.45m (21'2) x 3.5m (11'6)

Bathroom 2.28m (7'6) x 1.7m (5'7)

EPC


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