Little Thornbank, which is grade II listed, is an appealing two-bedroom semi-detached house thought to date from the early Victorian era. The property has good ceiling heights, and offers light, spacious, well-proportioned accommodation.

The current owner has carried out a programme of works to update the house, including installing a new boiler and shower above the bath. The chimney has been lined and a multi-fuel stove added. The loft has been insulated and the garden landscaped.

The front door opens to an attractive entrance hallway with parquet flooring, off which is the discreet cloakroom and corner storage cupboard. Following on is the good size sitting room with fitted bookshelves and views of the garden. An open fireplace with slate hearth and inset multi-fuel stove provides a focal point and ensures a cosy atmosphere. French doors open to the timber conservatory, which could easily double as a dining room. Further glazed doors lead to the garden.

Also off the hallway is the L shaped kitchen/dining room with 1 ½ bowl sink under the rear window, affording views over the garden whilst washing up. There is a wall mounted Worcester boiler plus a good range of base units, incorporating drawers and cupboards, with worktop and an Electra range style cooker with ceramic hob and extractor over. Additionally, there is space and connection for a washing machine and a fridge/freezer. Shallow timber wall mounted shelving provides space for displaying mugs, glasses etc.

The working part of the kitchen leads through to the dining area with views of the garden and space for a good size table and chairs. A part-glazed door gives rear access.

From the hallway, stairs rise to the first-floor landing with exposed painted timber floor. There are windows to the front and side, which allow the light to pour in. From here there is access to the bedrooms, both of which are excellent size doubles with recessed wardrobes and lovely views over the rear garden. The well fitted bathroom is a ‘Jack and Jill’, with doors to both to the principal bedroom and the landing. Accessed from the bathroom is an impressively spacious loft, which could be converted, subject to the necessary consents.

The garden, which is to the rear of the property, is completely enclosed by mature hedging to one side and to the other, is a lovely old stone wall with climbers including jasmine, honeysuckle and wisteria. Adjoining the house are timber storage sheds with power and light. Adjacent is a sheltered paved patio. From here, two steps lead up to an area of lawn, bounded by a wide range of mature shrubs, richly stocked flower beds and borders, including hydrangea, roses, peonies and acanthus, which give colour and cover for much of the year. Form and definition is provided by a selection of trees including a young plum, a mulberry, quince and a clematis covered willow tree.

A paved pathway leads to the rear of the garden where there are some productive vegetable and herb beds, plus two tall timber sheds. To the side is a private and sheltered decked area, perfect for some alfresco dining, or simply to while away the afternoon with a book.

The lasting impression is of a charming and surprisingly spacious period house with pretty garden, in a very convenient location.

The property has no private parking, however there are various long and short-term parking options available nearby.

Agent's note: There is a flying freehold, where part of the first floor is over the neighbouring property.

Little Thornbank is conveniently situated at the western end of Long Street, one of Sherborne’s premier locations, just off Cheap Street, Sherborne’s main shopping thoroughfare.

Dominated by its ancient Abbey and school, Sherborne is arguably the most attractive town in Dorset. Numerous musical and cultural events occur throughout the year and there is a superb range of traditional shops and boutiques. The two castles – one of which was home to Sir Walter Raleigh – reflect the historic nature of the town, the centre of which is designated a Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to preserve its special character.

West Dorset is well known for its unspoilt landscape and there are many pretty villages and countryside walks nearby. The Jurassic coast is a mere twenty miles away at Weymouth. This stretch of coastline, from Portland to Lyme Regis, with its spectacular cliffs, has recently been designated a World Heritage Site.

Communications to this part of the country are excellent. From Sherborne there is a regular train service to Waterloo in about 2 hours 15 minutes; the station is within walking distance. The A303 (linking with the M3) is a dual carriageway almost the whole way to the M3, thus putting London within about two hours’ drive.