Norton Lane, Durweston

A spacious and characterful semi detached home with beautiful views of surrounding rolling countryside, includes a large plot of 0.87 of an acre and several useful outbuildings. Situated in an edge of village location close to Durweston, Blandford & Bryanston School.

Accommodation - Situated in an elevated position on the outskirts of Durweston with outstanding views from both the house and gardens of beautiful rolling countryside. The property was originally a small semi detached cottage that has been extended to create a house that offers over 2,800 square feet of accommodation. The heart of the home is the light and informal kitchen dining room, which enjoys a dual aspect and high ceilings. The kitchen comprises of a range of wall and base units set with a counter top and includes an Aga. The dining area is laid with tiled flooring with French doors leading to the garden room which is a light and bright room with access and views of the garden and surrounding countryside. The office is a versatile reception room connecting to a useful boot room that includes a cloakroom, together with a second staircase and leading to a lovely snug which includes an exposed stone chimney breast and woodburner, an ideal spot to read and relax. The sitting room is a particular feature benefitting from a triple aspect and wonderful brick fireplace with a wooden mantlepiece and a wood burner as a charming focal point to the room.

The dual aspect main bedroom includes a fantastic outlook over the pretty garden and rolling countryside towards Durweston, Bryanston School and Blandford. A large room that benefits from an ensuite bathroom and walk in wardrobe. A gallery landing leads from the main bedroom to the remaining three bedrooms all of which are good sized doubles with some enjoying decorative character fireplaces. The family bathroom comprises of bath, separate shower, basin and w.c.

Outside - The property is accessed along a private driveway with a parking area for several vehicles, sitting on a plot totalling 0.87 of an acre with a varied and interesting garden which enjoys many wonderful outlooks towards the surrounding countryside. A two tiered terrace adjoins the house which is a beautiful spot for outside dining and enjoying the views. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn bound in part by an established hedgerow and interspersed with colourful beds and includes an orchard. There are several useful outbuildings which comprise of good sized garage with a roller electric door and double side opening doors, a wooden workshop benefitting from light and power, a wooden hobby room, a brick outbuilding which includes a dark room and various brick garden sheds. Several of the outbuildings could be reorganised into a home office or continue for hobbies depending on need.

Situation - Durweston is situated just two miles north of Blandford and stands on the west bank of the River Stour. The village has a 500 year old church which has an unusual sculpture over the main door, thought to be that of St Elay - the patron of blacksmiths. Other amenities include a village hall and primary school. Blandford Forum is an interesting Georgian market town which offers a good variety of shopping with a twice weekly market, bank, doctor surgeries, dentist, community hospital, supermarkets, and education for all ages, recreational and cultural facilities. The larger towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Dorchester are easily accessible. Recreation in the area includes golf at Blandford, Wareham and Broadstone water sports on Poole Harbour and the Jurassic Coast.

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Services - Mains electricity. Metered water supply via Rothermere Bryanston Estate. Rate tied to Wessex Water rates. Septic tank drainage. LPG heating

Material Information - Dorset Council Tax Band - E
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EPC- D
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Photographs – June 2026 © Symonds & Sampson
The property is approached along a private road, leading to an access lane owned by the Forestry Commission.