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Shorts Green Lane, Motcombe, Shaftesbury

PROPERTY TYPE

Terraced

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Terraced Barn Conversion
  • Bungalow
  • Two Bedrooms
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Garage
  • Large Sitting Room
  • Occupancy Restricted to Over 55's
  • Energy Efficiency Rating D

Description

A well presented barn conversion with two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a spacious sitting/dining room, forming part of an exclusive courtyard development in the sought after village of Motcombe. The property enjoys a fully enclosed garden and ample parking for multiple vehicles, all within easy reach of village amenities and surrounding countryside walks.

The property has been recently improved and provides well balanced living space, with a triple aspect sitting/dining room and doors opening onto the garden, creating a light and inviting environment with a natural connection to the outside space. The kitchen is well equipped, while the principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. The second bedroom is served by a separate shower room, with all rooms arranged off a central entrance hall.

Outside, the enclosed garden is arranged with areas of lawn and patio, providing a private and manageable space for outdoor dining or relaxation, with parking conveniently located to the rear. The property forms part of a small and established development within this well regarded village and is subject to an age restriction for those aged 55 years and over, with a maintenance charge of approximately £100 per annum for the upkeep of the courtyard and communal areas.

A viewing is essential to fully appreciate the setting, layout and overall feel of this home.

Accommodation -

Inside - Ground Floor
A porch leads into the entrance hall, which provides access to all principal rooms.
The sitting room/dining room is a well proportioned triple aspect space, allowing for plenty of natural light, with patio doors opening directly onto the garden.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and wall units with work surfaces and tiled splash back, along with an electric oven, gas hob with extractor over, and integrated washing machine, fridge and freezer. There is also a pantry cupboard and window to the front.
There are two double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. A separate shower room is accessed from the hall and is fitted with a shower, wash hand basin and WC.

Outside - Garden
The garden is fully enclosed and arranged with areas of lawn and patio, providing space for seating and outdoor enjoyment. The patio adjoins the property, ideal for dining, with the lawn offering further space for planting or relaxation. The garden enjoys a good degree of privacy and creates a pleasant extension to the living space.

Parking
Parking is located to the rear of the property with space for multiple vehicles and there is access to a garage.

Useful Information -

Energy Efficiency Rating D
Council Tax Band D
Gas Fired Central Heating
Mains Drainage
Upvc Double Glazing
Development Maintenance Charge of £100pa
Freehold
Vendor will need to find onward purchase

Location And Directions -

The property is located in the popular and pretty village of Motcombe which lies between the towns of Gillingham and Shaftesbury and not far from the Wiltshire village of Mere. The village itself boasts and active community with villagers looking after communal areas and running the village shop which also has a tea room and visiting post office. There is a village hall which hosts a variety of activities with the recreational ground lying behind. The parish church was rebuilt in 1846 and has a font dating back to Norman times, further church on the main street and the primary school is situated close by. Just outside the village there is the Copperidge Inn with rooms and a restaurant and is a popular location for wedding parties. Shaftesbury and Gillingham both offer a good selection of independent shops and chain stores with Gillingham having a mainline train station serving London Waterloo and the West Country.

Postcode SP7 9NZ

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Shorts Green Lane, Motcombe, Shaftesbury
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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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About Morton New, Gillingham

Restways High Street Gillingham Dorset SP8 4AA

Morton New and Morton New Country Properties are a dynamic independent estate agent. We are a modern company with old fashioned values providing a professional, enthusiastic, and friendly service. We are always proactive and forward going. We believe in focusing on our customer needs and tailoring our marketing strategy to individual requirements. Communication is of the utmost importance to us; we are in constant contact with our sellers and potential buyers. We believe in keeping pace with the outside world but not losing touch with our roots. Our reputation is based on working to a high ethical standard, integrity, honesty, respect, and professionalism. You will experience them in the way our team listen to your needs and their courteous, helpful, alert, and responsive attitude.

With two offices in high profile locations to show case your property - Morton New can provide sales and lettings coverage across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire drawing in potential buyers from across the world with the well-known and much used property sites, social media and local advertising.

Affordability

Monthly repayments£1,369
Property: £ 300,000
Deposit: £ 30,000
Interest rate: 4.5%
Term: 30 years
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