Alton Pancras, Dorchester, Dorset

A beautiful flint and brick home with handcrafted interiors, spacious and versatile living, superb attention to detail throughout and stunning private gardens with large greenhouse. Double garage and driveway.

The Property - The Knappings is a substantial detached home with attractive brick and flint elevations, set within beautifully landscaped gardens. The craftsmanship throughout the property is exceptional, with bespoke woodwork and joinery handmade by the highly skilled vendor.

The entrance hall welcomes you into the house, with a cloakroom at one end. The dual-aspect sitting room features an exposed brick fireplace with an open fire, and double doors that open onto a private terrace beneath a stunning handcrafted oak pergola.

At the opposite end of the hall, the kitchen/dining room is fitted with a range of wall and base units and includes an oil-fired AGA. A useful utility room adjoins the kitchen, offering further storage and space for appliances. Also on the ground floor are a separate dining room and a peaceful reading room, both enjoying lovely views over the gardens.

Upstairs, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom benefits from bespoke fitted wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. Off the landing, and positioned above the utility room and double garage, is a spacious store room and workshop. This area was originally designed to be converted into further bedrooms or a self-contained annexe, offering flexibility for future use.

Outside - The gardens are a particular highlight. The front is mainly laid to lawn, bordered by colourful flowers and mature shrubs, with a shingle driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the double garage. A staircase gives access to the workshop above.

The rear garden is also laid to lawn, with a sweeping path leading to a raised area and a large greenhouse. Surrounded by mature trees, shrubs, and vibrant borders, the garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and year-round interest.

Situation - Alton Pancras lies at the head of the popular Piddle Valley and is within an area of designated as being of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Buckland Newton, about one mile to the north, has a revitalised and thriving village store, village hall, church, playing field and first school.

To the south, there is a hairdresser, modern first school and village hall in Piddletrenthide. There is a public house in nearby Piddlehinton and the Brace of Pheasants public house (Plush) can be reached via a nearby public bridlepath. Dorchester and Sherborne are about ten miles, both having a mainline railway station to London Waterloo.

There is excellent walking and riding in the immediate vicinity with a network of bridle/footpaths over the surrounding and unspoilt rolling downland. There are a variety of sporting pursuits in the area including golf at Dorchester (Came Down), Sherborne and Folke. Sailing and water sports along the Jurassic Heritage Coast.

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Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage.
Oil fired central heating.

Broadband - Ultrafast speed is available.
Mobile - Mobile coverage is likely or limited indoors and likely outdoors. (

Council Tax Band: G (Dorset Council - )

Agents Note - Bedroom two is currently bare plaster and will require decorating.