Beaminster, Dorset, DT8

A unique historic 3-bedroom apartment in an exceptional rural setting, with far reaching views and surrounded by beautifully landscaped communal gardens, together with garaging, conveniently situated just a few minutes from Beaminster.

THE PROPERTY
Set within the remarkable Stoke Water House, this three-bedroom, two-storey apartment offers a rare opportunity to acquire a home of character, history and tranquillity, conveniently close to the market town of Beaminster, yet surprisingly not currently listed.

Originally constructed in the 1830s as a workhouse, the building later served as a school before being thoughtfully converted in the 1970s into just 22 apartments. Today, Stoke Water House retains a strong sense of its heritage while providing generous accommodation within an elegant and peaceful environment.

Approached via a long, sweeping driveway, the house creates an immediate and impressive sense of arrival and is set amidst beautifully maintained communal gardens and grounds, making it ideal as either a full-time residence or a refined country retreat.

Formerly arranged as two separate apartments, this spacious home is now configured over two floors, offering exceptionally light and well-proportioned accommodation. All principal rooms enjoy a southerly aspect, with far-reaching countryside views enhancing the sense of space and tranquillity throughout.

OUTSIDE
The gardens and grounds at Stoke Water House are a true delight, offering a blend of formal and informal spaces to enjoy, including a small lake, all beautifully set within and surrounded by open countryside.

LOCATION
Stoke Water House lies less than a mile from Beaminster, justifiably one of the most sought-after towns in the area. This vibrant, attractive town has an excellent range of facilities including a butcher, baker, post office, chemist, hardware store, convenience stores, greengrocers, two doctors' surgeries, veterinary surgery, independent gift and tea shops, restaurants, public houses, hotel and leisure facilities. There is a wide variety of clubs and societies to choose from and Beaminster Festival, an annual event, hosts local and national artists, writers and musicians.

The Georgian town of Bridport and West Bay and the famous World Heritage Jurassic Coastline with its spectacular coastal path and beaches are 20 minutes' drive. West Bay is a popular small seaside resort with harbour, shops, restaurants and attractive beach. Bridport is a most attractive Georgian town that retains an excellent number of independent shops and restaurants and a thriving street market on Saturdays and Wednesdays. A choice of supermarkets is available in or around the town including a Waitrose within close walking distance and a Morrisons. There is a cottage hospital, a large medical centre, a popular leisure centre, a successful Arts Centre, two theatres and a number of independent arts festivals are held throughout the year.

The fine market town of Crewkerne is also a 20 minute drive and has an excellent range of high street and independent shops, supermarkets (Waitrose and Lidl), cafes, restaurants and pubs and facilities including a library, and leisure centre with swimming pool. There is a mainline railway station with direct trains to London Waterloo (2.5 hours), Salisbury (I hour) and Exeter (50 mins).