A Delightful Period Cottage in a Popular Hamlet on Cranborne Chase.

Description

A truly glorious detached cottage on a no-through country lane within the delightful hamlet of Pentridge, idyllically nestled in the heart of Cranborne Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The cottage is presented in immaculate condition and provides in excess of 1600 sq. ft. of light and airy accommodation with lovely character features throughout. The setting provides the ideal lifestyle compromise between rural country living and being within a thriving community with access to nearby amenities.

On the ground floor there is a welcoming entrance hall opening to a formal sitting room with wood-burning stove. The family room/snug provides a flexible space for a second reception room. Beyond is a superb kitchen/dining room, notable for its classic AGA, standing within an attractive brick chimney breast and wall. The kitchen is fitted with base units under butcher block work surfaces. There is space for a sizeable dining set with French doors leading to the side garden where the owners have created a fantastic kitchen garden. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a useful utility room and a family shower room.

Stairs lead up from the entrance hall, to a generous landing. There are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom is 17’ wide, with ample eaves storage behind. The owners currently use an adjoining room as their dressing room, but would also make a good nursery or walk-through study/fourth bedroom.

OUTSIDE
The property is accessed from the no-through lane via a block-paved driveway and through a wooden five-bar gate leading to a generous area providing parking for numerous vehicles. Further parking is available within a detached timber-framed double garage, with ample storage above. The gardens are a particular feature and have been significantly enhanced by the current owners, amounting to just under 0.3 acre, and surround the house on all sides. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and enclosed by wooden panel fencing, bordered by specimen trees and mature shrubs whilst enjoying lovely grassland views to the front. The owners have created a superb kitchen garden with raised beds. To the rear there is a patio, with raised borders and beds and a useful wooden shed.

Location

Located in an Area of Outstanding Beauty, Pentridge is a lovely countryside hamlet surrounded by the rolling open landscape of the Cranborne Chase, perfect for enjoying rural pursuits such as walking, riding, cycling and fishing, and recently granted International Dark Skies status. The cottage is particularly well situated for country walks, with a public footpath opposite leading up to Penbury Knoll. The Dorset Cursus runs parallel to the village.

There are plenty of local farm shops and village hubs including Bowerchalke, Martin and Broad Chalke for day to day amenities.

Salisbury, with its wide range of shops, restaurants, arts and recreational activities, offers a direct train service to London Waterloo (journey time from 85 minutes). The A303 provides access to the South West and London via the M3.

The surrounding area boasts numerous excellent schools, both private and state, including Clayesmore, Dauntseys, Warminster School, Port Regis, Sandroyd, Salisbury Cathedral School, Chafyn Grove and Godolphin, along with Bishop Wordsworth and South Wilts Grammar Schools.

Racing is available at Salisbury Racecourse and Wincanton and golf at South Wilts Golf Club and Rushmore. This area is renowned for its fishing on the Avon, Wylye, Nadder, Test and outlying chalk streams.

Square Footage: 1,684 sq ft


Acreage: 0.29 Acres

Directions

Directions : SP5 5QX From Salisbury take the A354 signed to Blandford and continue south for approximately 10 miles. Shortly after a section of dual carriageway, and the village of Woodyates, the road widens and the left turn to Pentridge is signposted. On entering the village turn right and continue along the lane – Quail Cottage is located on the right towards the end of the village.

All distances and travel times are approximate.

Additional Info

Fixtures and Fittings : Please note that, unless specifically mentioned, all fixtures and fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale.

Services : Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (septic tank). Oil-fired central heating. Wessex internet.

Viewings : Strictly by appointment with Savills