Leweston, Sherborne, Dorset
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
3,108 sq ft
289 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Period origins with stunning contemporary extension
- Over 3000 sq ft of accommodation
- Fantastic far-reaching views to the west
- Private location
- Easy access to Sherborne
- Gardens of about 1.36 acres
Description
The Dwelling - White Roses occupies a fabulous elevated and secluded, rural position with glorious countryside views on the north western edge of the Leweston School grounds. The house which dates back to 1810 has spacious accommodation arranged over two floors and an appealing mix of character, period charm, together with a striking and substantial contemporary single storey extension. The house was recently rendered with Nano silicone render with 110-120mm external insulation added in 2024 with cement board.
Accommodation - See floor plan
Ground floor - Hall, sitting room, office, Kitchen/dining/living room, cloakroom.
First floor - 4 double bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms.
Outside - The property is found at the end of a long drive in the grounds of Leweston School. Outside are circa 1.36 acres of landscaped gardens that wrap around the house, together with a private drive, parking and a useful barn with potential for conversion (subject to the necessary consents).
Situation - White Roses sits at the end of the Leweston School drive and is very private and secure. The school offers a range of facilities for residents including a cafe, use of the swimming pool and many social events. The house looks out at the village of Lillington which has a pretty Church and excellent community. About 1.6 miles away lies the village of Longburton with The Rose and Crown pub and the pretty Church of St James. The village offers a strong community spirit with a pub, village hall, and parish church. Just four miles south of Sherborne, Longburton benefits from easy access to the town’s excellent amenities, including independent shops, supermarkets and well-regarded private schools. Sherborne also offers a direct train service to London Waterloo (2.5 hours), with a faster route to Paddington from Castle Cary (90 minutes). Yeovil (8 miles) and Dorchester (15 miles) provide further amenities, and Bournemouth, Bristol, and Exeter Airports are all within reach.
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Services - Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Material Information - Standard & ultrafast broadband is available.
There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details.
(Ofcom
Council Tax Band: D
Rights of Way: Right of Access through Leweston School.
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White Roses - WEB.pdf- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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