5 bedroom detached house for sale

A fine, country home nestled in a peaceful spot in a sought after village. With excellent schools and local amenities within easy reach.

Applins is a fine, property nestled in a peaceful location at the end of a drive, tucked away from the main village street. Originally dating back to the 17th Century, the property was substantially extended during the 1980s and now blends original features, such as exposed beams and a large inglenook fireplace, with modern fixtures and fittings to create a light, bright and spacious home.
The entrance hall leads through to the rear of the house and into the triple aspect living room. Flagstone floors, a bay window with window-seat, a study nook and double Crittall doors to the garden are particular highlights to note. The Kitchen / diner includes ample cabinets of a cream Shaker style, a pantry cupboard and built-in double oven and dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen is a snug/playroom, utility room with plumbing and adjoining W/C.
The first floor comprises three sizeable double bedrooms and a bathroom. The largest of the bedrooms include two double, built-in wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom. The attic has been converted into two further good-size bedrooms and a third bathroom. The property is beautifully presented throughout and has been well maintained with the addition of a new heating system, a complete re-thatch and a pressurised water system in recent years.

SITUATION
Sutton Waldron is a truly sought after village being located off the A350 between Fontmell Magna and Iwerne Minster, these villages offer a range of facilities to cater for most everyday requirements including Post office, public houses, church and a primary school at Fontmell Magna. The area also benefits from an excellent range of state and private schools such as Clayesmore in Iwerne Minster where there is a range of sports facilities open to the public, Port Regis and Shaftesbury High School to name but a few. Sutton Waldron offers excellent communication links with the A350 providing access South to the coast and North to the A303 providing further access via the M3 to London and the Southwest. A mainline railway station at Gillingham provides regular services to London waterloo (2 hours).

OUTSIDE
The property is located at the end of a private drive. Note: Other parties have a right of access over part of the drive. To the front of the house is ample parking and access to a detached single garage. The main gardens wrap around the property but lie predominantly to the south and west and comprise extensive areas of lawn with apple trees, flowerbeds, shrubs, a brick outbuilding and raised vegetable beds. Adjoining the rear of the house is a delightful sunny terrace recently resurfaced with a resin style material. suitable for al fresco dining.

COUNCIL TAX
Dorset Council Tax F
EPC: N/A

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. Ultrafast broadband is available and all mobile phone networks have good coverage.

DIRECTIONS
Post code: DT11 8NZ
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Northbound: travel along the A350 through the village of Iwerne Minster and turn left towards Sutton Waldron. Turn left into the drive after 100m and proceed to the end.
Southbound: travel along the A350 through the village of Fontmell Magna. Turn right just after the village sign. Turn left into the drive after 100m and proceed to the end