Shaftesbury, Dorset

Welcome to this special, light-filled new-build home, just over a year old. Set on a generous, sunny plot of a third of an acre. Surrounded by trees and nature, it feels wonderfully peaceful and rural, yet lies on the edge of Shaftesbury, only half a mile from the historic town centre and moments from open countryside. This truly is a unique property, energy efficient in design, with all the benefits of a new build, yet with the appearance of a classic cottage to blend in beautifully with the local vernacular.

Thoughtfully designed and built in a traditional cottage style, the house is finished in hand-cut, reclaimed local Green Sandstone, allowing it to sit naturally within its historic surroundings while offering every modern comfort.

The vendors wanted to capture the charm of a classic cottage that would blend in and do justice to its beautiful surroundings, while providing the light, convenience, and facilities of a new build. With insulation that goes above and beyond, an air-source heat pump, and solar P.V.s with battery storage, it combines sustainability with impressively low running costs. The result is a rare, A-rated, energy-efficient home that will weather the test of time gracefully in its setting.

From the moment you arrive, you can sense the care and love invested by the vendors, who were closely involved in every stage of the build, even hand-cutting each piece of Green Sandstone used to construct the house, reclaimed and recycled from the site itself. Stepping into the HALLWAY, your eye is immediately drawn to the views of the garden beyond. The hallway features double-glazed French doors opening directly to the garden, making the most of the connection to the outdoors. The space is generous and filled with light, with a beautiful oak floor underfoot.

The KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY room is a wonderful space, flooded with light from the bi-fold doors opening onto the garden and from windows on every side. It’s warm, inviting, and truly the social heart of the home. Whether you’re relaxing in the sunlight, arranging flowers or produce from the garden, or entertaining friends and family, it’s a lovely space to spend time in. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed, with plenty of storage, an integrated oven, a sink and space for a fridge freezer and dishwasher. A central island houses the hob and extractor, creating a natural hub for cooking and conversation. Off the kitchen is a very useful UTILITY ROOM with a door to the garden, a boiler cupboard, extra storage, and a sink, as well as a CLOAKROOM beyond.

The SITTING ROOM, on the other side of the hallway, is a cosy retreat with an impressive modern wood burner that fills the space with warmth and completes the ground floor. Underfloor heating runs throughout the ground floor.

On the first floor, the spacious LANDING leads to all rooms and includes built-in storage. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM has windows on both sides, offering charming views of the garden to the rear and of the pretty lane and greenery of Shaftesbury to the front. It also features its own ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM with a walk-in shower, wash basin with vanity unit, and W.C. BEDROOM TWO is a bright double with lovely views over the garden, while BEDROOM THREE is another double, currently used as a Pilates studio, with peaceful views to the front. BEDROOM FOUR is a smaller double, ideal as a child’s room, study, or dressing room. A FAMILY BATHROOM with a conservation skylight, and fitted with a bath with shower over, hand basin with vanity unit, and W.C. completes the first floor.

Outside
A Garden with Endless Possibilities.

The large, wildlife-friendly garden feels completely in tune with the house, a natural, peaceful space with a lovely sense of privacy. There’s plenty of room for children to play or for growing vegetables, fruit, or cut flowers, and a line of mature beech trees along the boundary adds gentle structure and shade. Just outside the house, a terrace catches the sun and is perfect for everyday meals or quiet moments outdoors. At the front, a hand-built stone wall and double gates open to a quiet, picturesque lane. The driveway offers generous parking, and a beautiful stone-and-wood outbuilding provides great potential as a garage, studio, or workshop.

Location
This delightful hidden pocket of Shaftesbury is a rare find, a peaceful, green haven with the feel of a country village, yet less than half a mile from the historic town centre. Perfect for walking or cycling, it’s within easy reach of Shaftesbury’s lively markets, cafés, independent shops, and welcoming pubs. Abbey Primary School is just a short walk away and continuing along St James’ brings you to the famed cobbled Gold Hill.

Shaftesbury is known for its strong community spirit and excellent amenities, including an arts centre, cinema, supermarkets, a cottage hospital, and a post office. Road and rail links give easy access to Bath, Salisbury, Sherborne, and London, with direct trains from Gillingham (4.5 miles) and Tisbury (8 miles). The area offers excellent schooling, including Port Regis, Clayesmore, Bryanston, and Shaftesbury.

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