Welcome to Horseshoe Cottage, nestled in the heart of this picturesque village that retains a real sense of community, and with glorious country walks on your doorstep.

Situated in a private quiet road, with views over the neighbour's green and the mature beech tree, the front door with canopy opens into the ENTRANCE HALL, with ever useful under stair storage cupboard, glazed door to the inner HALL and discreetly off set CLOAKROOM with corner wash hand basin, W.C., and obscure glazed window. In the hall a half turn staircase rises to the first floor whilst doors lead off to all principal ground floor rooms.

The SITTING ROOM is both an inviting and an appealing reception, centred around the cosy brick fireplace with heavy bressummer style beam, and wood burner for those cooler months. The ceiling of good height compliments with twin timber beams. Enjoying views overlooking the front garden, the green and beyond, a further window, overlooks the delightful part walled rear garden. The separate DINING ROOM readily accommodates a sizeable table, semi open plan to the kitchen, a door with windows either side draws the eye to the convivial rear garden. The KITCHEN also enjoys a view of the rear garden. A comprehensive range of wall mounted, and floor-based cupboards provides for storage, the latter having work surfaces over. Featuring exposed brick work surrounding the Stanley™ Range cooker of classic appeal with modern technology with its generous hotplate and ovens providing the hot water and central heating. There is additional appliance space for dishwasher and a fridge/freezer. The tiled flooring continues into the UTILITY AREA, where there is a sink unit, matching base, and wall mounted cupboards together with plumbing and space for a washing machine.

To the first floor is the balustraded LANDING, with a built-in cupboard, access to the large roof void which is boarded with light and loft ladder, whilst doors lead to the 3 BEDROOMS. Both the PRINCIPAL AND BEDROOM TWO are well proportioned double bedrooms having an excellent range of built-in wardrobes the length of one wall, both with twin double opening doors. These two bedrooms are situated to the rear of the house overlooking the rear garden and far-reaching views over the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds of the neighbouring Listed Manor House. The principal bedroom has a generous sized EN-SUITE BATHROOM with storage cupboard, wash hand basin, W.C., and bath with hand shower attachment. BEDROOM THREE is currently arranged as a study and lies to the front of the residence with views to the heart of the village. Concluding the well-planned accommodation is the BATHROOM, with panelled bath, wash hand basin and W.C.

Outside
The front garden is neatly arranged with borders and for ease of maintenance shingle with feature steel edging, a path leads to the front door. To the side of Horseshoe Cottage is a well planted bed whilst the rear garden is an absolute delight, part walled and enjoying great privacy, the garden has been cleverly arranged for ease of maintenance. Having generous seating areas, including a pergola a delightful garden chalet nestles in the corner, and there is a small water feature. Planting includes a number of roses and is a cottage garden in style. A side access gate leads to parking and in turn to the SEMI-DETACHED GARAGING, with pitched roof for storage and with both power and light. The Private Road offers additional parking. On a practical note, the approx. four-year-old oil storage tank is neatly fenced off, situated in the rear garden.

Location
Ideally situated in the very heart of this picturesque Dorset village, located up a private road amidst quiet surroundings. Horseshoe Cottage neighbours to the rear the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds of the Grade I listed Manor House. The highly regarded local hostelry, ‘The Wise Man’ together with the ancient Church of St Andrews form the centre adding to the picturesque backdrop. The surrounding countryside provides for glorious walks. The West Stafford takes the fictitious name 'Talbothays' in the Thomas Hardy novel Tess of the D'Urbervilles. It is within easy reach of Dorchester, some 3 miles to the east, which has a mainline railway station (London Waterloo), an abundance of individual shops and restaurants, a choice of schools, the county hospital, plus a weekly market.

Directions
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