Donhead St. Mary, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, SP7

A beautifully appointed, quintessential village home, fully refurbished and enjoying a central location in a sought after Wiltshire village.

Appleyard Cottage is a quintessential village home that has been thoroughly refurbished and modernised, including a recently thatched ridge and new boiler, and seamlessly blends rural charm with the convenience of modern living. Centrally located within the picturesque village of Donhead St. Mary, surrounded by stunning countryside, this idyllic property is nestled next to the historic 13th c. Church of St. Mary. A welcoming porch leads into a spacious kitchen/dining room with a lovely terracotta tiled floor, Belfast sink, plenty of storage and space for a range cooker. The separate scullery/utility is a bright room overlooking the garden offering additional storage, a sink, plumbing for laundering appliances and dishwasher, plus an induction hob. The sitting room is of considerable size and features two large windows overlooking the garden and an inglenook fireplace fitted with a woodburning stove that creates a warm and inviting ambience on frosty evenings. The open, pine staircase leads to an airy landing with a charming picture window overlooking the church yard. There are two delightful and well-proportioned double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The bathroom is beautifully appointed with a large bath and overhead shower.

SITUATION
The charming village of Donhead St. Mary is nestled is the sought after Nadder Valley at the heart of the Cranborne Chase National Landscape and is steeped in ancient history. The Donhead villages get their names from their location on the natural chalk downs – Head of the Downs and. The village enjoys a strong sense of community centred around the 13th Century Church and village hall that offers yoga, tai chi lasses, movie nights and supper clubs. Amenities in the nearby village of Ludwell include an award-winning shop, post office, butcher and pub. The historic hill-top town of Shaftesbury provides a wider range of amenities for your everyday needs including a small hospital, doctor's surgery, opticians, supermarkets, artisan and well known stores plus antique shops. The nearby town of Tisbury also offers an interesting variety of shops and a mainline railway station serving London Waterloo and the West Country. A more diverse retail experience can be had in the cathedral cities of Salisbury and Bath. The area boasts a wide choice of leisure activities including, beautiful local countryside walks, tennis, riding, fishing, golf as well as nearby National Trust properties. Road links are excellent with the A30 leading to Salisbury, the A350 to the Coast and beyond. The area is well-known for the large choice of good state and independent, primary and secondary schools such as Sandroyd, Port Regis, Clayesmore and various in Salisbury.

OUTSIDE
The garden is a real delight, enveloped by mature hedgerows and enjoying a sunny aspect and total privacy. A lawned area and paved terrace provides ideal areas to soak up the sun and dine al fresco. A beautiful stone wall is a real focal point and a lovely backdrop to an additional patio area. A handy shed provides storage for gardening tools. Ample parking is available on the street immediately to the front of the property.

COUNCIL TAX
Wiltshire Council Tax D
EPC: D

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. An oil fired boiler provides heating and hot water. Super fast broadband is available and all mobile phone networks have good coverage.

DIRECTIONS
Post code: SP7 9DJ
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