Tout Hill House, Tout Hill, Shaftesbury

A truly exceptional Grade II listed residence, Tout Hill House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and characterful period property dating back to the early 19th and early 18th centuries, occupying an enviable position within a short walk of the historic centre of Shaftesbury.

Combining impressive proportions, an abundance of period character and a remarkable range of ancillary accommodation, this distinguished home offers approximately 3,738 sq ft of accommodation excluding the coach house garaging and outbuildings, with the total gross internal floor area extending to approximately 4,427 sq ft including the coach house and outbuildings.

The property is approached via electric gates, opening onto a generous private driveway which provides excellent parking and leads to a substantial double coach house which offers generous garaging space and has extensive storage accommodation above. The grounds are a particular feature of the property, providing an unusually versatile and private outdoor environment incorporating a heated swimming pool with summer house, ornamental water feature and pond, mature orchard and productive vegetable garden, together with expansive areas of lawn and a variety of established planting.

Internally, the accommodation is equally impressive, offering five bedrooms, several reception rooms, a generous kitchen/breakfast room, utility facilities, study, workshop and conservatory, providing an exceptional degree of flexibility for modern family living.

From the moment of entering Tout Hill House, the scale and character of the property become immediately apparent. The ground floor provides a wonderful collection of reception spaces, each offering a different aspect of the home and allowing the accommodation to adapt effortlessly to both family life and entertaining.

The principal sitting room is a particularly attractive room, enjoying generous proportions and providing an elegant and comfortable space in which to relax. The room benefits from excellent natural light and has the scale and character expected of a property of this calibre.

A separate dining room provides an ideal setting for formal entertaining and family occasions, with ample space for a substantial dining table and accompanying furniture.

Further accommodation includes a versatile study, ideally suited to those requiring a dedicated home-working environment, while the additional reception space and workshop provide considerable flexibility for hobbies, creative pursuits or storage.

The conservatory is another particularly appealing feature, providing a wonderful connection between the house and gardens. With extensive glazing overlooking the grounds, this is an ideal room for enjoying the property throughout the changing seasons and provides a natural link between the principal accommodation and outside space.

At the heart of the home is a spacious kitchen/breakfast room, providing a highly practical and sociable environment for everyday family life. The room offers ample space for a breakfast table and benefits from a good range of fitted storage and preparation areas.

Adjoining the kitchen is a generous utility room with a butlers sink. This area provides excellent additional workspace and storage, together with a useful boot room and separate shower room. A pantry provides further valuable storage.

This arrangement of practical rooms is particularly well suited to a substantial country house, allowing everyday household functions to remain separate from the principal entertaining spaces.

The first floor provides an impressive arrangement of five bedrooms, offering considerable flexibility for a growing family, visiting guests or those requiring additional home-working and hobby space.

The principal bedrooms are all generously proportioned, with several offering exceptional floor space rarely found in modern homes. The accommodation is complemented by two bathrooms, providing convenience for family and guests alike.

The scale of the first-floor accommodation allows the property to be configured in a variety of ways according to the needs of its next owners, whether that be five bedrooms, guest accommodation, dressing rooms, home offices or additional leisure space.

The gardens and grounds are undoubtedly one of Tout Hill House's most compelling attributes.

Offering a considerable area of private outside space, the grounds provide an exceptional combination of formal, recreational and productive areas. The heated swimming pool creates an outstanding focal point and offers the opportunity to enjoy an enviable outdoor lifestyle during the warmer months.

A beautifully established water feature and pond adds further character and tranquillity, while the mature orchard provides a wonderful seasonal display and the opportunity to grow a variety of fruit.

For those with an interest in gardening and self-sufficiency, the property also benefits from a dedicated vegetable patch and fruit cage , providing the opportunity to cultivate home-grown produce. There is also a greenhouse served by a solar powered rainwater irrigation system which extends to the surrounding area.

Extensive areas of lawn and established planting backed by a small area of mature trees create a wonderful sense of privacy, with numerous opportunities for outdoor seating, entertaining and recreation. The overall grounds have the feel of a genuine country property, yet remain remarkably convenient for the town.

Approached through electric gates, the property enjoys a high degree of privacy and security.

The gates open onto a substantial driveway providing extensive off-road parking for numerous vehicles, making the property particularly well suited to owners with multiple cars, guests or recreational vehicles.

The driveway leads to a substantial coach house, which provides secure parking for two vehicles together with additional storage. A staircase within the garage leads to the large storage area above, offering significant additional space for organised storage, a hobby area or other ancillary use, subject of course to any necessary consents.

In addition to the main house and garage, Tout Hill House benefits from an impressive collection of ancillary accommodation, including a substantial barn, workshop and further useful outbuilding space.

The barn extends to approximately 27'2" x 10'8" (8.27m x 3.25m), while the garage measures approximately 23'11" x 16'9" (7.30m x 5.10m). These buildings provide a remarkable level of additional storage and practical space and will undoubtedly appeal to purchasers requiring facilities for hobbies, equipment, vehicles or business use.

Perhaps one of the most appealing aspects of Tout Hill House is its position. Properties offering this level of accommodation, grounds, garaging and leisure facilities are rarely found within such close proximity to a thriving historic town centre.

Shaftesbury is renowned for its attractive historic character, with its famous steep High Street, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities. Despite its elevated and highly desirable position, Tout Hill House allows its occupants to enjoy the considerable privacy and space associated with a country residence while retaining the convenience of being within a short walk of the town.

The surrounding Dorset countryside provides a wealth of opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits, while the property also offers excellent access to the wider Blackmore Vale and neighbouring towns and villages.

Tout Hill House is a property of considerable distinction, combining the architectural character and individuality of a Grade II listed home with the space and versatility demanded by modern family life.

With five bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, a conservatory, study, substantial kitchen and utility accommodation, extensive outbuildings, a large coach house with storage above, electric gated access and an exceptional private garden incorporating a heated swimming pool, pond, orchard and vegetable garden, the property offers an extraordinary breadth of accommodation and facilities.

Most importantly, it is the combination of period character, substantial proportions, extensive grounds and proximity to Shaftesbury town centre that makes Tout Hill House such a rare proposition.

A truly exceptional and versatile country house, offering an outstanding lifestyle in one of Dorset's most desirable locations.

Tenure: Freehold