Greenhill Courtyard, Thornford, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9

A beautifully appointed three double bedroom, two-bathroom character home, set within a delightful courtyard located in the highly desirable village of Thornford, a short step from amenities, courtyard garden and Carport. Vendor suited onwards.


Granary Cottage forms part of a select development of seven-character homes designed to complement their original use and thought to have been converted in 2009, built of natural stone and brick elevations under a slate roof. The property enjoys an idyllic setting nestled amongst glorious countryside centred around a pretty communal courtyard which has a southerly aspect and wonderful far-reaching views which can be appreciated from both the property and its own courtyard garden.
The property has a traditional yet fresh contemporary feel offering a high specification finish, flooded with natural light, and featuring striking vaulted ceilings with exposed A frame beams.
The accommodation on the ground floor has a bright open plan flow, with an inviting tiled entrance hall and cloakroom which opens through to a light and airy sitting room which enjoys a dual aspect, has attractive fitted cupboards and is partially open plan to the kitchen. In keeping with the character of this home, the kitchen/dining room has an excellent range of shaker style fitted cupboards and drawers with beech worktops over, inset Belfast sink and integral appliances which include an electric induction hob and double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine/dryer.
Stairs from the sitting room rise to the spacious first floor landing with eyes immediately drawn to the impressive and striking double height ceilings flooded with natural light and featuring a beautiful stained-glass window. The landing also provides a seating or study area enhanced by an elegant window framing the stunning landscape beyond the unique courtyard setting.
The three generous double bedrooms all feature vaulted ceilings with exposed beams; some fitted with wardrobes and wall mounted cupboards. Both the ensuite and family bathroom have been tastefully fitted with natural coloured matching wall and floor tiling, white sanitary ware, rainwater shower heads and heated towel rails.

SERVICES
We understand that there is mains electricity and water, communal Flogas (individually metered) and communal satellite and terrestrial aerial, water softener.
Council Tax: Dorset Council—Tax Band D
£20 per month payable to Greenhill Management Company which owner becomes a director of. These charges are used for the upkeep of communal areas within Greenhill Courtyard.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTP—Superfast broadband is available—highest available download speed 80 Mbps, highest available upload speed 20 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. 
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding.

Greenhill Courtyard is situated in the heart of the highly desirable village of Thornford that has an unusual number of amenities including a church, a village hall, a public house, a primary school and a good shop. The historic Abbey town of Sherborne and the local regional centre of Yeovil lie within short driving distance, providing between them an excellent range of cultural, recreational and shopping facilities. Sporting, walking and riding opportunities abound within the area with many walks to be enjoyed from the village itself while the region is well known for both its public and privately funded schooling. Communication links are good with a train halt on the Bristol to Weymouth line to the west of the village with a main line station linking directly with London Waterloo and road links are along the A303 joined at Sparkford giving swift access to London and the Home Counties along the M3, M25 route.

The property is approached across a manicured communal courtyard which has wooden seating benches, natural hedging and is laid to stone chippings and paving, punctuated with trees. The car port measures 20’7” x 10’2” and has an open front, roof storage, communal lighting, EV charging point and two storage sheds. There is also an allocated parking space in front of the carport and adjacent visitor parking. The private covered courtyard garden has a chic and rustic feel surrounded by exposed stone and brick and enjoys a southerly orientation with open aspect over the communal grounds and glorious countryside beyond. There is ample space for outside seating and alfresco dining/entertaining, as well as a small workshop area which has been created at the rear flanked by imposing character gates (not in use) The garden is also equipped with light and power and outside taps.