5 bedroom detached house

This is a unique opportunity to purchase a never-been-to-market, stunning equestrian property in just under 10 acres (STMP) with breathtaking views of the sea and rolling hills.

Having swept up the private drive, climb the wide stone steps to the imposing front door, under the pillared verandah. As you step into the expansive ENTRANCE HALL, you can feel this impressive home welcoming you. This incredible hall is the perfect arena for welcoming guests; it even has its own subtly-tucked-away bar. Under the wide staircase is the coat cupboard, again subtly hidden out of sight. To the left is an extremely generous DRAWING ROOM with patio doors opening onto the front terrace and the rear terrace respectively. A large, soft polished stone and brick fireplace with an equally generous woodburning stove adds to the ambience and makes this a comfortable, cosy family space. Double timber doors open into the formal DINING ROOM, a perfect space for family and friends to meet and dine. Can you imagine what wonderful family Christmas dinners could be had here?

From the dining room, another door takes you into an INNER HALLWAY and a large ground floor CLOAKROOM with WC. There is formal back door access, and another door to the BOOT ROOM with its own rear door access, perfect for muddy boots, children, and dogs. This also leads to a UTILITY ROOM with plumbing for washing machines and tumble dryers, and lots of cupboards for storage. The property has two boilers, one for each side, and they too are housed in the utility room.

To the right of the stairs is the KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, generously sized and fully fitted with all the white goods one would expect. There is a six-ring gas hob, double oven Rangemaster™, a wonderful array of fitted units including a cottage-style dresser, and a built-in, tiled breakfast table for family breakfasts. The panoramic views from this space are quite staggering - from Swanage Bay across to Durlston, and across the Purbeck hills towards Kingston. From here an arch takes you into the SITTING ROOM/SNUG. Presently used as an additional informal family/dining room, this is another large room with patio doors to the side and views across the paddocks.

The stunning, wide, polished wood, bespoke staircase sweeps up to a half landing and then to the left and right of the FIRST FLOOR. To the right is the OFFICE and five of the large double bedrooms. BEDROOM TWO has an en-suite shower room with double sink units, views across the garden towards Durlston and the Purbeck hills, and built-in wardrobes. Further along the corridor is BEDROOM THREE, a special room with space enough for a lounge area and dressing room. The en-suite has a retro style, with a bathtub with shower over, a basin and WC. This bedroom overlooks the rear and side gardens. BEDROOM FOUR has a small corridor with a door to its private bathroom, then into the dressing area and bedroom, where there are built-in wardrobes and glorious views. BEDROOM FIVE has built-in wardrobes, an older style en-suite, and overlooks the woodlands at the side of the property. The ATTIC is also accessible from this side of the house.

To the right of the landing, stairs take you to the PRINCIPAL BEDROOM with, as you can imagine, the most spectacular views. Step onto the BALCONY and the panorama is far-reaching, across Swanage bay and over to the rolling Purbeck hills. The bedroom itself is on a grand scale, befitting such a home. The en-suite is equally luxurious and contemporary, with a modern, freestanding, double-ended bath, a generous walk-in shower, two contemporary basins, a WC and bidet. This is a bathroom built for relaxation.

Outside
The imposing frontage defines this lovely home. It was built to impress, but with a real feeling of home comfort. The DRIVEWAY sweeps up from the road past lush vegetation, the three-bedroom bungalow, stable yard and paddocks. The drive continues past the house and around the back to the six-vehicle CARPORT and ample PARKING AREA. Adjoining the carport is a large STORAGE SHED, which could easily become a gym or cinema room, and attached is a HOME OFFICE. Rather charmingly, there is an original Royal Mail letter box inset into the exterior of the home office and, by the carport, stands - in quiet dignity - a red telephone box.

The FORMAL GARDENS unfold around the home, undulating and enticing. There are hidden SEATING AREAS, and a BBQ HUT resembling a fairytale cabin sits in pride-of-place above the house, offering access to the flat roof of the carport and another SUMMER HOUSE. To the side, close to the WOODLAND and on the lawn outside the drawing room, is an attractive, formal, covered seating area perfect for outside entertaining. At the front of the house, which is adorned with stone pillars and timber veranda, is a large TERRACE, with a comfortable seating area and another dining area. This house and its gardens have been built to entertain family and friends alike. Lived in for around 40 years by the same family, it is well loved and cared for.

The PADDOCKS, like the house, have exquisite sea views - imagine yourself on a morning trot enjoying those superb views. The STABLE BLOCK has hard standing and seven stables, including an extra-large one for foaling. There is external water to the block and in the paddocks. Beyond the block is further hardstanding with a working CAR PIT.

The stable block sits towards the bottom of the private drive and has parking for two to three cars. An area of the stables has potential - with the correct permissions - to be an annexe. The current vendors have been using it as secondary accommodation. Opposite the stable block is a woodland walk to the stream, which is the boundary of the land. Both properties have their own gas supplies from LPG gas tanks subtly hidden in the garden.

Location
This superb property is located in the Ulwell area of Swanage. Access to the private drive sits discreetly off Ulwell Road and could easily be missed. Ulwell is on the northern side of Swanage, giving good, easy access to both Swanage Beach and town, and Studland with is miles of sandy beach and ferry link to Canford Cliffs and Bournemouth. Swanage is very much an "old fashioned" seaside town, with stunning sandy beaches, a harbour and pier, a privately owned theatre/cinema, and a vibrancy that makes it a very special place. The town not only has an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants and cafes, but is a renowned location for many festivals including annual jazz, folk and comedy festivals. Swanage is a great town for children and adults alike, with a smattering of Enid Blyton and steam train journeys thrown in!

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