Bridport Road, Drimpton, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8

A fantastic former farmhouse that has recently been upgraded to an extremely high standard, with fabulous outbuildings, a good holding of land, and indoor heated swimming pool, in the heart of the village.

THE PROPERTY
Situated near the heart of this most delightful picturesque village, Manor Farmhouse is a fantastic detached family home dating back to 1806. First glimpses are most impressive with its attractive facade constructed of local stone under a pretty tiled roof. This wonderful property is approached from the lane via a drive leading to a newly gravelled parking area to the rear.

On first entering the property there is a real sense of charm, space, and light. The property has recently undergone a fastidious programme of works and is now immaculately presented with a perfect juxtaposition of old and new. There is a good-sized coat and boot room as you walk in, leading into the most fantastic open plan kitchen and dining area, which is quite simply 'as good as it gets.' The kitchen area incorporates a range of bespoke wall and base units including a three door Aga (cream), and integrated Smeg oven, and separate Bosch gas hob. There is also a breakfast bar. The dining area is truly fantastic with an electric wood burner effect stove and plenty of room for a large dining table.

Also on the ground floor is a very good-sized garden room, and perfectly proportioned sitting room with a large central fireplace with wood burning stove. There a very useful office, a large utility room, a shower and cloakroom, a breakfast room, and a further boot room with direct access to the gardens.

In addition, a superb indoor pool links the indoors with the outside, complete with integrated "Fastlane" counter-current unit, adjustable to allow for gentle or vigorous exercise for all the family. The pool and its surrounds are truly magical.

The principal bedrooms are situated on the first floor with three guest/children's bedrooms and a family bathroom, and a superb master bedroom suite which can be annexed off from the guest bedrooms with its own separate staircase. It has an adjoining bath and shower room and dressing room.

OUTSIDE
To the rear of the property is a paved terrace ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining, a pergola and barbeque area, a perfect spot to sit and enjoy a coffee after a morning swim.
There are superb outbuildings with a workshop, storage and double garage. There is a stable & adjoining tack-room. The outbuildings are ripe for conversion to additional living space/annexe if desired (subject to the necessary consents.) The garden is an absolute delight with another paved sitting area with a pretty pergola, and large lawned area, partly partitioned off with a newly planted mini vineyard. A gate leads to two paddocks, with a couple of shelters, a true utopia for children and animals.

All in all, this is an exceptionally good property in an idyllic yet very convenient location.

LOCATION
The small village of Drimpton on the Dorset/Somerset border has an active community, including the Royal Oak public house, church, village hall, and is surrounded by glorious countryside.
The larger village of Broadwindsor is just 2 miles away with a village community shop, the White Lion Inn public house, church, village hall, primary school, and popular Redlands Yard, a selection of independent crafts, shops and services, with a very popular restaurant.
The market town of Crewkerne is just under 4 miles and has an excellent range of high street and independent shops, supermarkets including Waitrose, cafes, restaurants, and pubs, and leisure facilities including a leisure centre and swimming pool. There is a mainline railway station to London Waterloo (in 2.5 hours)/Exeter/Bristol. The attractive town of Beaminster is also nearby with an excellent range of facilities, independent gift and tea shops, restaurants, public houses, hotel and leisure facilities.
The Georgian town of Bridport and the coast at West Bay are within about 20 minutes' drive.