Built for the estate manager in 1835, this unlisted, predominantly brick built property under a tiled roof, has been in the same ownership for over fifty years. With elegant proportions that include large sash windows and high ceilings, the property was also significantly improved in 2000 with the extension of the kitchen. Now in need of some further updating, the house offers enormous potential particularly with the outbuilding known as The Old Smithy.

The front door opens out into a welcoming hall off which can be found two wonderfully light sitting rooms. The larger of the two has glazed doors that open out to the rear garden and terrace, with views across the neighbouring fields. The slightly smaller reception room has an open fire offering warmth and comfort on those cooler winter evenings. Beyond these rooms is the dining room in the original part of the house which then seamlessly opens out into the more recently converted kitchen. Here a range of cream wall and base units under a wooden worktop incorporate a lovely Stanley range cooker, electric hob and large double Belfast sink, ensuring this is a great space for both cooking and entertaining. A bench seat with space for a table in the corner provide the ideal spot for smaller, more informal gatherings. A door leads conveniently from here to the rear driveway parking area. A cloakroom and study completes the picture on the ground floor.

Stairs then rise up from the ground floor hallway to a large landing off which four double bedrooms are to be found, three of which have fitted wardrobes and a dual aspect and all enjoying high ceilings, great light and beautiful views across the village and surrounding countryside. Access is also given to a substantial loft space.

A significant feature of this property is the well positioned Old Smithy, constructed mainly from local stone and some brick under a tiled roof. Currently used as a substantial garage and store, subject to any necessary planning consents, could be converted into a fabulous home office or possible annex. The position that it sits in, looking out across the open countryside, would certainly lend itself to this. All things considered this is an exciting property, ideal for a family wishing to settle into this highly desirable village.

OUTSIDE
The mature gardens are a delight. Bounded by hedging and estate fencing they include a great variety of trees including plum, apple, lilac and magnolia and numerous shrubs and bulbs that all serve to provide year round colour and interest. A small area has been given over to a vegetable patch, which enjoys plenty of sun given its southerly position. A large gravelled driveway, providing plenty of parking for several cars, is accessed via a five bar timber gate and a pedestrian gate with stone steps leads up to the front door, which is adorned by an established wisteria, providing a heady scent.

SITUATION
Trent is a small, pretty village set amidst rolling, unspoilt countryside with some absolutely beautiful local walks. The village is centred around the manor house and the lovely old medieval parish church of St Andrew.

Much of the village and the 2,100 acres of rolling farmland surrounding it, are protected by the Ernest Cook Trust. The village is well provided for with a primary school, newly refurbished village hall, an award winning public house, the Rose and Crown Inn, and a children’s play area and is conveniently located for Sherborne, Yeovil, and the county town of Dorchester.

There are good, local transport links with regular rail services from Sherborne to Waterloo 2 hours 15 minutes and from Castle Cary to Paddington 1 hour 40 minutes. Bristol, Bournemouth and Exeter airports are all about an hour’s drive away.