Gillingham, Dorset, SP8

A semi-detached, former farm worker’s, cottage offering
a blend of rural character and modern comfort whilst
enjoying a rural location close to amenities.

The ground floor features a spacious entrance hall perfect for boots and coats.
An inner hall leads to a modern Shaker style kitchen-breakfast room. The
spacious sitting and dining room provides versatility for relaxation and enter
taining. A practical large storage/ utility room and a generous cloakroom
complete the ground floor accommodation.
Upstairs, the first floor offers two well-proportioned double bedrooms and a
large family bathroom, complete with both a walk-in shower and a separate
bath. More useful storage is located on the landing

SITUATION
Gutchpool is a rural area within the medieval Royal Forest of Gillingham, a historic former royal hunting ground famously used by King John in 13th Century. Today, it is a conservation project focused on preserving biodiversity, ancient hedgerows, and species like bats, otters, and dormice. Close by are the towns of Shaftesbury, Mere and Gillingham where you can find most everyday amenities including GP’s, dentist, opticians, supermarkets and some artisan retailers. Gillingham includes a mainline railway station providing services to London and the west country and just north of Mere is the A303 allowing access to London and road networks beyond. There is a large choice of state and independent primary and secondary schools in the vicinity. Leisure time can be filled by joining any of local sports clubs, countryside walks, horse riding or visiting one of many National Trust sites. For some retail therapy the cities of Bath and Salisbury are easily accessible by road or train.

The property is accessed over a shared private drive and is set back from the highway.
There is a parking area for several vehicles adjacent to the property. A mature beech
hedge provides a natural boundary to the front and separates the parking from the
lawned garden. An enclosed courtyard with open-fronted shelter is a wonderful sun
trap and ideal for alfresco dining.
This property in its current form is a superb country cottage offering significant scope to
extend (subject to planning), providing an opportunity to create a bespoke family
home in a peaceful location.
Agents note: This property is never known to have flooded

Dorset Council Tax C

EPC: E

SERVICES
Mains water ( sub-metered ) and electricity are connected to the property. Drainage is private and shared. It is unlikely to meet all current regulations. A ground source heat pump provides heating and hot water. Ultrafast broadband is available and all mobile phone networks have good coverage.

Directions
Post code: SP8 5QP
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