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" A nicely presented period Grade ll listed detached cottage of character having the benefit of a large well stocked garden of approximately 130 ft and paved driveway with parking for 3 cars and detached garage.

* Lounge/Diner * Kitchen Breakfast Room * 2 Bedrooms * Shower Room * Garden * Garage * Office *



DESCRIPTION

The property, which is detached, has rendered and colour washed elevations under a thatched and tiled roof. The thatch was re-newed by the present owners approximately 5 years ago. Believed to date from the late 18th Century and being Grade II listed the accommodation retains many original character features.

Features include:-

Gas Fired Central Heating to Radiators
African Teak Hardwood Windows and Sills
Internal Pine Latch Doors
Includes all Fitted Carpets
130ft Rear Garden
White Shower Room Suite
Garage with Office to Rear

LOCATION

Spetisbury is a village situated to the South of Blandford being served with Public House, School and Church. The coast is within motoring distance and the surrounding countryside provides walking and recreation.

DIRECTIONS

Leave Blandford by the A350 south and on entering the village of Spetisbury the property will be located just past the Woodpecker Public House. A little further on, on the opposite side of the road is Hathaway's, a B & B. Speedwell Cottage is directly opposite.

THATCHED ENTRANCE LOBBY

With double doors and timber panelled front door leading to the:-

LOUNGE/DINER being L`shaped 16'9 (5.11m) max x 15'10 (4.83m) narrowing to 8'2 (2.49m) with door through to kitchen.

A painted brick style inglenook fireplace stands on a red quarry tiled hearth, a Bresemer beam with mantle shelf is located over the woodburner/coal burning stove. There is a shelf storage cupboard at chest level, to the side of the stove. The present owners utilise this for wine storage. Additionally, the lounge has 3 wall light fittings, 2 radiators, TV point and telephone extension, plus a beamed ceiling. A timber panelled door with latch, opens to the stairs which lead to the upstairs landing, which has exposed beams and all night light at floor level.

KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM Irregular shaped room with approximate dimensions of 14'9 (4.5m) narrowing to 14'5 x 12' (4.39m x 3.66m)

The kitchen has been re-fitted completely by the present owners with an extensive range of pine fronted base and wall units providing ample cupboard and drawer storage, housing for upright fridge freezer, water softener, ample wood edged worksurfaces with tiled upstand, stainless steel single drainer sink inset with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, limestone tiled flooring. An electric fan heater fitted is located under the sink. The main telephone point is situated in the window and overall lighting is provided by recessed ceiling spot lights. Offering triple aspect with views over the garden and patio which is reached from the kitchen by a double stable style door. A recently exposed fireplace has an opening with brick arch, raised hearth and inset painted range style fireplace. Beamed ceiling with upright support. Gas for cooking.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

Exposed beam.

BEDROOM 1 Irregular shaped room approximate dimensions of 14'9 (4.5m) max narrowing to 13'5 x 14'4 (4.09m x 4.37m)

Double aspect with views out over the garden and surrounding countryside. Double fitted wardrobe and airing cupboard with slated shelving and Potterton Kingfisher gas fired boiler serving central heating and domestic hot water. Time clock and programmer. Radiator, telephone point, hatch to fully insulated roof void. Power points for bedside lights.

BEDROOM 2 12'2 x 8'5 (3.71m x 2.57m) plus 2 built-in single wardrobes

Double aspect, radiator, exposed beams, distinctive porthole window.

SHOWER ROOM

Modern white coloured suite comprising fully tiled quadrant shower enclosure housing thermostatic fitting, vanity wash hand basin with double cupboard under, push button low level WC, tiled splashbacks, light shaver socket, chrome ladder style radiator, window to front aspect.

OUTSIDE

Twin 5 bar gates lead to the paved driveway with parking for 3 vehicles which in turn leads to the DETACHED GARAGE 16' x 9'1 (4.88m x 2.77m) with pitched roof, double side opening doors, light and power, window giving natural light, eaves storage. To the rear of the garage is the OFFICE 9'3 x 8'2 (2.82m x 2.49m) with UPVC double glazed door and matching window, light and power, telephone point, views over garden and country side beyond. As previously stated the rear garden measuring approximately 132 ft in length is an undoubted feature of the property with paved patio adjacent to property in turn leading to extensive lawn extending to the remainder of the garden with well stocked flower shrub borders and productive vegetable garden. Greenhouse. 2 timber storage sheds. Outside lighting. Outside cold water tap.


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. "