Burton Street, Marnhull, Dorset, DT10

An exceptional period country house with beautifully restored interiors and extensive grounds with annex, swimming pool and tennis court

THE GRANGE

This charming unlisted village house of about 6350 sq ft has everything a family needs and has been beautifully restored by the current owner who is a home stylist. The rooms flow effortlessly and are well-proportioned with good ceiling heights, a host of period features and plenty of light.

At the rear the honey-coloured handsome Marnhull stone façade is clad with wisteria overlooking extensive terracing and beautifully landscaped well-established gardens of 2.74 acres. The gardens have a series of “rooms” with wooded areas, interest and delightful vistas around every corner. This is a divine country house.

AREA GUIDE

The house sits in the oldest part of the village, within attractive Hardy countryside of Dorset which is rural yet accessible. It has two village shops / post office, pubs, churches and a village cricket ground, village hall and playground, Catholic and C of E junior schools. Sturminster Newton is the closest charming market town with a thriving community of independent shops, baker, butcher, traditional green grocers and cafes.

Shaftesbury is to the east with its array of boutique shops, excellent eateries and wide range of supermarkets. Gillingham is to the north with a Waitrose and station to London Waterloo (from under 2 hours). The Georgian town of Bath is easily accessible offering excellent shopping, the arts, fine dining restaurants and rugby. Alternatively, Sherborne to the west has a picturesque high street and new “The Sherborne” restaurant. Bruton and Castle Cary are also within reach.

The general area is renowned for its excellent range of schooling. Private schools include Port Regis, Sandroyd, Clayesmore, Hanford, Hazelgrove, Sherborne, Bryanston, Godolphin and Marlborough. There is also an excellent choice of state and primary schools locally.

DISTANCES

Sturminster Newton 3.5 miles, Shaftesbury 6 miles,
Gillingham Station 6 miles, Sherborne 10 miles,
Bath 35 miles, Bristol Airport 42 miles,
Southampton Airport 53 miles
(Distances are approximate)


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Postcode: DT10 1PS

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Services: Mains water, gas & drainage. BT broadband

Fixtures & Fittings: Please note that unless specifically mentioned all fixtures and fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale but some items may be available by separate negotiation

EPC: D
Council Tax: House Band G, The Blue Studio Band A
Local Authority: Dorset Council