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" AN EXQUISITE FOUR BEDROOM FORMER VICTORIAN VILLAGE HALL RESTORED TO A VERY HIGH STANDARD OFFERING A WEALTH OF CHARM AND CHARACTER, SET WITHIN A RURAL HAMLET.

RECEPTION HALL, MAGNIFICENT LIVING/DINING ROOM, KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, UTILITY ROOM, TWO GF BEDROOMS, ONE WITH MEZZANINE FLOOR, GF SHOWER RM, 2 BEDROOMS WITH EN-SUITES ON FF, SOUTHERLY FACING WALLED GARDEN, BACKING ONTO CHURCHYARD, CALOR GAS CH, FIRST CLASS DECORATIVE PRESENTATION, DBLE GLAZING.

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION:-
The old hall has been completely restored and refurbished by the present owners, since their original acquisition of the property in November 2008. The property has been restored to an exceptionally high specification retaining a wealth of charm and character, yet providing comfortable and versatile living and sleeping accommodation. The property benefits from many features, including superb custom built kitchen with travertine flooring and granite work surfaces, feature fireplace with wood burning stove and wide oak boarded flooring, three bathrooms, two of which are en-suite, feature ground floor bedroom with mezzanine floor, timber double glazed doors and windows, oak latched internal doors, recently installed LPG (calor gas) central heating system. Rewired and re-plumed in 2009, southerly facing walled rear garden backing directly onto the churchyard of St Wilfreds Grade I listed church. Overall the property has been exceptionally well presented and an internal viewing is strongly recommended.

The property offers potential to adapt the area on the the eastern side of the property to form an off road parkinfg facility for modest sized vehicles. Alternatively the owners currently park their vehicles adjacent to the church wall which is within relatively close proximity to the property adjacent to the church yard on the lane leading to Chalbury.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE:-
From Ringwood leave in a westerly direction toward Ferndown, approach the top of the Bournemouth Spur Road and at the Ashley Heath roundabout take the third exit into Horton Road, proceed along this road for approximately 8 miles passing through Ashley Heath and the Village of Three Legged Cross. Continue over two mini roundabouts and through the village of Horton Heath, eventually you will pass "Druisillias Inn" on the right hand side and after a further half a mile and upon entering the village of Horton The Old Hall will be found immediately prior to a left hand turning sign posted to Chalbury and Wimborne. In terms of parking turn left at the Chalbury turning and park a short distance along on the left hand side, whereupon you can either gain rear access through the Church Yard or front door access directly from the Horton Road.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:-

VAULTED RECEPTION PORCH UNDER WELSH SLATE ROOF, FRONT DOOR TO:

RECEPTION HALL: Feature panelled walls cleverly incorporating built-in meter cupboard and full height cloaks cupboard. Feature 100 year old indian teak double opening doors with multi-panelled glazed insets to:

SUPERB LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: 32'6" x 13'10" (9.91m x 4.22m). With dual aspect to the north and south. Two pairs of double opening multi-panelled double glazed casement doors leading out onto patio and rear garden. Feature red brick fireplace with original reclaimed red brick hearth, polished slate mantel, fitted wood burner, white oak floor. Five wall light points. Smoke detector. Three double panelled radiators. Two t.v. aerial points.

FROM THE DINING AREA, FEATURE DOOR TO:

SUPERB KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM: 19'3" x 14'10" (5.87m x 4.52m). Dual aspect to the south and east with impressive handcrafted wood framed double glazed windows on the southern elevation set within part vaulted ceiling maximising light and feeling of space. The magnificent range of custom built kitchen units comprise black granite work surfaces, contrasting butter milk units, white enamel butlers sink with h and c monoblock, floor storage cupboard beneath. Set within a feature recess is the "Elan Rangemaster" six burner gas hob with two electric ovens, attractive ceramic tiled walls. Integrated extractor. Comprehensive range of drawers and floor storage cupboards. Black granite splash backs. Radiator. "Travertine" flooring. Smoke detector. Six recessed down lights. Full height larder store. Wall thermostat. Door to:

UTILITY ROOM: Aspect to the east. Multi-panelled double glazed stable door giving access to patio and view across the rear garden. "Travertine" floor. Black granite work surface housing recess for washing machine with plumbing connected. Adjoining three quarter height larder store/broom cupboard. Matching eye level store cupboard. Extractor fan. Two recessed down lights. Radiator.

FROM THE MAIN RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 3: 14'7" x 11'5" . (4.44m x 3.48m ) Dual aspect to the south and east. Double opening multi-panelled glazed casement doors providing view and access over patio and rear garden. Oak flooring. T.V. aerial point. Two wall light points and radiator. Ladder gives access to:

MEZZANINE FLOOR: 8'2" x 8'1" (2.49m x 2.46m). Which can either be a bedroom area or alternatively utilised as a studio. Ceiling light point.

FROM THE MAIN RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 4/STUDY: Dual aspect to the north and east with multi-panelled double glazed wooden framed windows at head height maximising privacy. 10ft ceiling height. Radiator.

FROM THE MAIN RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

SHOWER ROOM/CLOAKROOM: Feature walk-in fully tiled shower cubicle. High flush w.c. with wooden seat. Corner wash basin with mosaic tiled splash back. Chrome heated towel rail. Extractor fan.

FROM THE MAIN RECEPTION ROOM, STRAIGHT FLIGHT STAIRCASE TO:

FIRST FLOOR GALLERIED LANDING: Ceiling light and smoke detector. Without loss of measurement to the landing there are a range of store cupboards and airing cupboard which houses the wall mounted calor gas fire boiler supplying domestic hot water and water for central heating radiators. Adjoining pressurised hot water cylinder. Substantial range of built-in store cupboards. Door to:

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM: 16'7" x 14'10" (5.05m x 4.52m). Aspect to the east. Velux double glazed windows providing panoramic views over the adjoining gardens, church yard and farm fields beyond. Beamed ceiling. Radiator. T.V. aerial point. Telephone connection. Larger than average double built-in wardrobe. Wall light point. Door to:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM: Fully tiled walk-in shower cubicle. Extractor fan. Low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Feature circular wash basin set on wooden vanity unit with storage cupboard beneath, h and c mixer with ceramic tiled splash back. Inset display shelf. Three recessed down lights. Tiled flooring with electric under floor heating.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

GUEST SUITE 12'10" x 10'5" (3.91m x 3.18m). Dressing area with double built-in wardrobe with additional access to under eaves storage. The bedroom enjoys aspect to the south through velux double glazed windows with extensive views over the gardens and church yard beyond. Exposed beams. Radiator. Door to:

EN-SUITE BATHROOM: White suite comprising spa bath, h and c mixer with hand shower attachments. Ceramic tiled wall surrounds. Low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Circular wash basin set in vanity surround with h and c mixer double floor storage cupboard beneath. Ceramic tiled wall surrounds and shaver point. Fully tiled shower cubicle with inset mosaic display shelf. Ceiling light point and extractor fan. Cupboard at waist height giving access to an extensive boarded loft storage area. Tiled flooring with electric under floor heating.

OUTSIDE:-
The rear garden is a particular feature of the property and enjoys a maximum depth of 18.4m

(60' 4") narrowing to 15m

(49' 3") with an average width of 10.5m

(34' 5"). The gardens are on the southern side of property and have been mainly laid to lawn bounded by red brick wall. Immediately to the rear of the property there is an Indian sand stone paved patio area that is extremely sheltered and provides an ideal sun trap. To the rear of the garden in the south western corner there is an original privy which is now utilised as a garden store. An area on the eastern side of the property measuring 2m

(6' 7") in width, has a lockable wooden gate giving aspect to the front, which is directly adjacent to the road side and therefore does not provide any allocated off road parking, however, the owners park their car on a side lane, adjacent to the church grounds and although this area is not specifically allocated to the property it does provide for adequate parking, albeit not directly adjacent to the property. External lighting and water tap. Welsh slate roof.

SERVICES: Mains water and electricity. Calor gas.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: E

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. "