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Full Details for 3 Bedroom Cottage for sale in Blandford Forum, DT11 :
THREE BEDROOM DETACHED, period cottage with CONTEMPORARY addition, set within a STUNNING rural LOCATION with EXTENSIVE PARKING and LARGE GARDENS adjoining OPEN pasture.
Description
Mulberry Cottage is a quintessential period cottage, believed to date back to the 1700's the oldest part has rendered cob elevations beneath a thatched roof, it's numerous original features have been retained and enhanced. Over time the cottage has been converted and extended using brick and flint banded walls beneath clay tiles which is single-storey. The current owner has continued to improve the cottage and is now offered in immaculate condition throughout. It has a glorious mix of character period features as well as light and spacious contemporary living space. The attention to detail is evident from the start, quality finish and stylish layout makes this an ideal investment for the discerning purchaser looking to escape to a country retreat, away from the rat race of city life, an ideal second home set in a relaxed rural environment close to a much sought after village. The property has many features to note, these include the sitting room with an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove, exposed beams, window seats and flagstone flooring. The contemporary kitchen/dining come family room has bespoke units with integrated appliances, a Rayburn Range, twin Belfast sinks and oak boards. There is quality sanitary ware in both the bathroom and shower rooms and bi-folding doors in the kitchen which lead onto the decked sun terrace at the rear of the property. Externally the gardens extend to approximately half an acre which include an intriguing hollow. Gated access onto a gravel driveway where there is also planning permission to build a garage and workshop.
Directions
From BlandfordTake the A354 Salisbury road and continue for approximately 6 miles until you see a signpost on the left marked Farnham/Tollard Royal. Follow the road and take the first turning left signed for New Town. Continue along this road for approximately 3/4 of a mile until you come into New Town and you will see Mulberry Cottage on the left hand side, indicated by a Meyers For Sale board.
Situation
New Town is a hamlet located about half a mile from the renowned village of Farnham. It stands on the western fringe of the Cranborne Chase which stretches east to Salisbury. Farnham has a popular Bistro pub, The Museum Inn with letting rooms, St Lawrence Church which is 12th Century origin. Cottage is close to Sandroyd School and not far from Clayesmore School. Nearby Chettle village has an excellent village shop and Castleman House which is a family run restaurant, open countryside is close to hand from the Cranborne Chase and west Wiltshire downs which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, down to the Island of Purbeck with its fabulous rugged coastline.
Porch
Panel door, side aspect panel door into hallway, tiled floor.
Hallway
Wooden double glazed window, radiator, striped wooden floors.
Cloakroom
Wooden double glazed window, radiator, wall mounted vanity sink unit, low level W.C., striped wooden flooring.
Kitchen/Diner/Family Room - 22' 10'' x 18' 6'' (6.97m x 5.65m)
Fine addition to this property with feature wood burning stove and black Rayburn (which heats hot water and central heating), range of modern wall and base units with wooden block work surface over, built in electric oven, induction hob, stainless steel extractor hood, double ceramic sink unit with mixer tap, built in fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine, space and plumbing for dishwasher, exposed wooden floor, front aspect wooden double glazed window, side aspect wooden double glazed window, tri-folding doors leading to decked area.
Master Bedroom - 15' 3'' x 12' 11'' (4.66m x 3.94m)
Front aspect two wooden double glazed windows, loft access, radiator, built in cupboard, television point.
Master Bedroom En Suite
Shower cubicle, modern vanity sink unit, low level W.C., chrome heated towel rail, wooden window.
Bedroom Four - 9' 7'' x 7' 4'' (2.91m x 2.24m)
Wood double glazed window, radiator.
Inner Hall
Window, Velux window, radiator, exposed wooden floor, storage cupboard.
Sitting Room
Front aspect wooden double glazed window, doors leading to outside, feature brick surround fireplace with inset wood burning stove, heavy beam mantle, exposed beams, radiator, quarry tiled floors.
Bathroom
Suite comprising panel bath with shower attachment, low level W.C., pedestal wash hand basin, separate shower cubicle, radiator, tiled floor, secondary glazed window, further wooden double glazed window.
Bedroom Two - 19' 4'' x 12' 6'' (5.90m x 3.81m)
Front aspect wooden double glazed window, side aspect wooden double glazed window, small feature brick fireplace, exposed beams, loft access, radiator, television point.
Outside
The gardens surround the cottage and there far reaching rural views over countryside. The front boundary has a low brick retaining wall and wattle fencing, double wrought iron gates leading to the gravel drive providing plenty of parking and turning space. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with various mature trees and shrubs. Two wooden sheds and steps take you down to a grass hollow. Rear gate leading allowing vehicle access to back of property, additional parking could possibly be used as an alternative drive subject to agreement from Rushmore Estate (part of the garden is leased from Rushmore).
Description
Mulberry Cottage is a quintessential period cottage, believed to date back to the 1700's the oldest part has rendered cob elevations beneath a thatched roof, it's numerous original features have been retained and enhanced. Over time the cottage has been converted and extended using brick and flint banded walls beneath clay tiles which is single-storey. The current owner has continued to improve the cottage and is now offered in immaculate condition throughout. It has a glorious mix of character period features as well as light and spacious contemporary living space. The attention to detail is evident from the start, quality finish and stylish layout makes this an ideal investment for the discerning purchaser looking to escape to a country retreat, away from the rat race of city life, an ideal second home set in a relaxed rural environment close to a much sought after village. The property has many features to note, these include the sitting room with an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove, exposed beams, window seats and flagstone flooring. The contemporary kitchen/dining come family room has bespoke units with integrated appliances, a Rayburn Range, twin Belfast sinks and oak boards. There is quality sanitary ware in both the bathroom and shower rooms and bi-folding doors in the kitchen which lead onto the decked sun terrace at the rear of the property. Externally the gardens extend to approximately half an acre which include an intriguing hollow. Gated access onto a gravel driveway where there is also planning permission to build a garage and workshop.
Directions
From BlandfordTake the A354 Salisbury road and continue for approximately 6 miles until you see a signpost on the left marked Farnham/Tollard Royal. Follow the road and take the first turning left signed for New Town. Continue along this road for approximately 3/4 of a mile until you come into New Town and you will see Mulberry Cottage on the left hand side, indicated by a Meyers For Sale board.
Situation
New Town is a hamlet located about half a mile from the renowned village of Farnham. It stands on the western fringe of the Cranborne Chase which stretches east to Salisbury. Farnham has a popular Bistro pub, The Museum Inn with letting rooms, St Lawrence Church which is 12th Century origin. Cottage is close to Sandroyd School and not far from Clayesmore School. Nearby Chettle village has an excellent village shop and Castleman House which is a family run restaurant, open countryside is close to hand from the Cranborne Chase and west Wiltshire downs which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, down to the Island of Purbeck with its fabulous rugged coastline.
Porch
Panel door, side aspect panel door into hallway, tiled floor.
Hallway
Wooden double glazed window, radiator, striped wooden floors.
Cloakroom
Wooden double glazed window, radiator, wall mounted vanity sink unit, low level W.C., striped wooden flooring.
Kitchen/Diner/Family Room - 22' 10'' x 18' 6'' (6.97m x 5.65m)
Fine addition to this property with feature wood burning stove and black Rayburn (which heats hot water and central heating), range of modern wall and base units with wooden block work surface over, built in electric oven, induction hob, stainless steel extractor hood, double ceramic sink unit with mixer tap, built in fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine, space and plumbing for dishwasher, exposed wooden floor, front aspect wooden double glazed window, side aspect wooden double glazed window, tri-folding doors leading to decked area.
Master Bedroom - 15' 3'' x 12' 11'' (4.66m x 3.94m)
Front aspect two wooden double glazed windows, loft access, radiator, built in cupboard, television point.
Master Bedroom En Suite
Shower cubicle, modern vanity sink unit, low level W.C., chrome heated towel rail, wooden window.
Bedroom Four - 9' 7'' x 7' 4'' (2.91m x 2.24m)
Wood double glazed window, radiator.
Inner Hall
Window, Velux window, radiator, exposed wooden floor, storage cupboard.
Sitting Room
Front aspect wooden double glazed window, doors leading to outside, feature brick surround fireplace with inset wood burning stove, heavy beam mantle, exposed beams, radiator, quarry tiled floors.
Bathroom
Suite comprising panel bath with shower attachment, low level W.C., pedestal wash hand basin, separate shower cubicle, radiator, tiled floor, secondary glazed window, further wooden double glazed window.
Bedroom Two - 19' 4'' x 12' 6'' (5.90m x 3.81m)
Front aspect wooden double glazed window, side aspect wooden double glazed window, small feature brick fireplace, exposed beams, loft access, radiator, television point.
Outside
The gardens surround the cottage and there far reaching rural views over countryside. The front boundary has a low brick retaining wall and wattle fencing, double wrought iron gates leading to the gravel drive providing plenty of parking and turning space. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with various mature trees and shrubs. Two wooden sheds and steps take you down to a grass hollow. Rear gate leading allowing vehicle access to back of property, additional parking could possibly be used as an alternative drive subject to agreement from Rushmore Estate (part of the garden is leased from Rushmore).