Glanvilles Wootton, Sherborne, DT9

This handsome 18th Century village house combines period character with modern comfort, offering spacious and versatile accommodation together with delightful gardens of just under half an acre and a lovely rural outlook. Many original features including exposed beams and traditional proportions remain, while the presentation is excellent throughout. The majority of windows are hardwood and double glazed, ensuring both quality and charm.

At the heart of the house is a generous kitchen/dining room, fitted with bespoke oak cabinetry and granite work surfaces, complemented by an integrated Miele dishwasher and fridge. A central island provides a natural gathering place, while the adjoining dining room is ideal for entertaining. A well-planned utility room offers additional space for appliances and access to the outside, perfect for muddy boots and wet dogs returning from countryside walks.

The triple-aspect drawing room is filled with light and centred around a Chesneys wood burner. Equally inviting is the garden room, a bright, airy retreat opening directly onto the terrace and gardens. This links seamlessly with the family room, workshop and storage areas, a versatile wing with exciting potential to create an annexe, studio, or teenage den.

Upstairs, four generous bedrooms provide comfortable family accommodation, two of which enjoy en suite facilities and fitted wardrobes. Several rooms feature exposed beams, enhancing the character, while a family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. Above the principal bedroom lies a useful loft room/study, offering privacy for working from home or scope for further accommodation.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a private entrance with parking for several vehicles and access to a double garage.

At the rear, a south-facing terrace provides ample space for outdoor entertaining, bordered by beech hedging, yew and box. A pergola, adorned with wisteria and clematis, offers seasonal colour, while the gardens feature copper beech, oak, and apple trees, together with abundant roses, hydrangea Annabelle, and dahlias.

Completing the garden are a greenhouse, summer house, and outdoor WC, creating a fabulous and practical outdoor setting. The property enjoys an attractive outlook towards the village church, and for those who appreciate the outdoors, there are picturesque countryside walks accessible directly from the house.
The Pure Drop has been thoughtfully maintained, preserving its charm while offering tasteful, neutral interiors throughout. Undoubtedly, it is a home of character, offering versatile accommodation to suit a variety of lifestyles.

LOCATION
Glanvilles Wootton is an attractive Dorset village surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet well placed for access to Sherborne, Dorchester and Sturminster Newton. The village is characterised by its church, historic houses, and strong community atmosphere. A network of footpaths and bridleways provides wonderful opportunities for walking and riding directly from the village. A short drive to the south is the larger village of Buckland Newton which has a thriving village shop and primary school.

Sherborne, only a short drive away, offers a broad range of everyday amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as excellent schooling. The area is particularly sought after by families drawn to Sherborne schools, together with Leweston, Hazlegrove and Bryanston. Dorchester and Yeovil provide wider facilities, with mainline train services to London available from Sherborne and Yeovil Junction.

SPORTING AND RECREATION
The surrounding countryside offers an abundance of walking, cycling, and riding opportunities. Within Glanvilles Wootton itself there is a community tennis court, adding to the village’s friendly atmosphere. Sherborne and Dorchester both provide a variety of sports clubs and leisure facilities. Racing is available at Wincanton, Bath and Salisbury, and golf courses can be found at Sherborne, Yeovil and Dorchester. The Dorset coastline, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies within easy reach, offering sailing, water sports and coastal walking.

EDUCATION
The area is particularly well served by schools. Local primary schools include Buckland Newton and St Andrew’s in Yetminster, with further state schooling in Sherborne at the Gryphon School. Private schooling includes The Sherborne Schools Group, which encompasses Sherborne School, Sherborne Girls and Sherborne Prep. Other nearby independent schools include Leweston, Hazlegrove, Bryanston, Milton Abbey and Canford.