2 bedroom terraced house for sale

CHARMING 2 BEDROOM GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE AT STAPEHILL ABBEY

A pleasing 2 double bedroom character cottage with 2 bathrooms, with French doors overlooking private patio & formal gardens with 2 allocated parking spaces. Comprising: Gated entrance, sitting room, kitchen, under stairs laundry, landing, bedroom 1 with en-suite, bedroom 2 and bathroom.

Stapehill Abbey is located betwixt the market towns of Wimborne & the bustling centre of Ferndown. A unique private estate of 2 to 5 bedroom properties within this converted Grade II listed building lying within acres of extensive & stunning landscaped grounds. This unique landmark restoration project was carried out by local family owned builders, Ankers & Rawlings, which has now been sympathetically restored to an exacting standard & specification throughout, offering character & charm in abundance. The Abbey House was originally built in the early 19th century with the Monastic buildings dating back to the 1840's. The twin chapels were then designed by Charles Hansom in 1847 with building completed in 1851.

It was founded by a small group of nuns led by Madame Augustine de Chabannes & became home to The Cross Abbey Order of Cistercian Trappist nuns from 1802 to 1990. The conversion of the listed buildings involved many hours of painstaking work to retain the original artefacts & period features of this historical site, to further enhance the beauty and interest of what is a true part of local history. Set in extensive grounds, incorporating beautifully maintained landscaped ornamental gardens, feature lake & fountain, the communal grounds are a haven for residents to enjoy an idyllic lifestyle setting. The external brickwork has predominantly been completed using the original reclaimed bricks, which have been laid in a traditional lime mortar method. In addition, many of the original roof tiles were stripped, cleaned & restored across the development.


Within the development, original quarry flag stones & terracotta tiles are incorporated to form the external areas & patios, truly emphasising the character of the entire development. An original Pugin Stone Cross, some of the historical plaques, & many of the church pews have been retained and will be situated in the communal areas and grounds. Thoughtfully designed with a focus on providing a unique mix of properties within an exclusive setting, meticulous planning has gone into providing a real haven for purchasers to live in. Meandering pathways, delightful forest walks, picnic areas & acres of land to live the good life, Stapehill Abbey has it all. Most of the homes feature a fireplace and have log burners fitted, cast iron radiators are used in many of the homes, with underfloor heating to the ground floors.

The development is accessed via a gated security entrance with audio entry phone. Luxury Heritage inspired painted classic kitchens with Carrreara Quartz stone worktops, integrated ovens, induction hobs, fridge freezers, dishwashers & washing machines throughout. Beautifully appointed bathrooms will incorporate luxurious designer sanitary ware with complementing marble effect tiling in all wet areas. Hampton vanity units & mirrors, heated towel rails & semi frameless shower ranges with glass doors with the additional touch of luxury provided by under floor heating.


Attention to detail is just a small part of what sets Stapehill Abbey apart. Internal panel doors are painted using Heritage range of classic paints, luxury vinyl tile & wood effect flooring on the ground floor with quality carpeting throughout the upper floors (excluding bathrooms). Original styled skirting & architrave details fitted to all homes, LED lighting in the kitchens & bathrooms with pendant & wall lighting to the rest of the properties. Communal satellite system with FM and DAB reception. External lighting to communal areas, access ways, parking areas & throughout the gardens. For peace of mind, the properties are covered by a 10 year CRL warranty.

With a real focus on outdoor lifestyle, people lucky enough to live at Stapehill Abbey have fantastic options with acres of landscaped grounds to meander through & take the time to enjoy. With hundreds of options for long relaxing walks nearby, a multitude of local pubs & fantastic restaurants to choose from, your days can be spent enjoying the things in life you truly love. Being close to the beach means that if you love the water you will be able to find a hobby to enjoy. From windsurfing to sailing, kit-surfing to paddle boarding, there's plenty to keep you active. Or, if you prefer dry land you can enjoy long walks with lots to see along the way.

Additional information:
Council Tax: Band D
Service Charge: £2,060 p/a
Buildings Insurance: £800 p/a


Sitting Room 5m (16'5) x 3.46m (11'4)

Kitchen 3.51m (11'6) x 2.84m (9'4)

Bedroom 1 3.51m (11'6) x 3.39m (11'1)

En-Suite 2.12m (6'11) x 1.3m (4'3)

Bedroom 2 3.71m (12'2) x 2.41m (7'11)

Bathroom 2.96m (9'9) x 1.7m (5'7)

OPENING HOURS
MON - FRI 8:45AM - 6:00PM, SAT 8:45AM - 5:00PM

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