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The Old Farmhouse ,

People Property Places A charming Victorian property in the heart of the village with a large garden, wonderful far reaching countryside views and a substantial former agricultural building

Accommodation Ground Floor • Entrance Hall • Drawing Room with wood burning stove • Sitting Room • Dining Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Inner Hall • Utility Room • Office • Cloakroom with Shower

First Floor • 4 Double Bedrooms • Dressing Room/Bedroom 5 or potential ensuite • Family Bathroom

Outside • Former Agricultural Building approximately 12,600 sq ft • Front and Rear Garden • Greenhouse • Parking for several cars In all approximately 1.25 acres The Property The Old Farmhouse, as its name implies was originally a Victorian farmhouse constructed of brick and flint under a slate roof. The property has been altered and adapted over the years and at one time was the local public house. However, many of the original features including sash windows, original floors and fireplaces remain. The accommodation is spacious and versatile with 3 good size reception rooms and a farmhouse kitchen with AGA and vaulted ceiling. The former dairy is currently used as an office but could be utilised for a variety of purposes. On the first floor there are four double bedrooms and a dressing room with potential to create an ensuite bathroom. A capacious roof space could offer the possibility for further development subject to the necessary building and planning consents. Outside The Old Farmhouse is set back from the road and approached via five bar gates onto a driveway providing parking for several cars. The front garden is walled, predominantely gravelled and stocked with a variety of established plants. The rear garden comprises a paved and gravelled terrace, lawn, mature shrubs and a vegetable garden with greenhouse. A substantial former agricultural building towards the rear of the garden offers enormous potential for a variety of uses. The 12,600 sq ft building has a 3 phase power supply, a concrete floor and is in good condition. In all the grounds extend to approximately 1.25 acres. Location The property lies on the western edge of the , one of the most unspoilt areas in the south west. The countryside is mostly designated an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty with Pilsdon Penn, the highest hill in Dorset close by. The village supports a village post office/shop, public house, primary school and the Parish Church of St Mary. The flourishing towns of , , Axminster and Crewkerne are all within easy access and offer a wide range of shops and general amenities. The popular coastal resort of on the Jurassic Coast is only 8.5 miles away. Mainline railway stations to London Waterloo (approximately 2.5 hours) are located at Axminster and Crewkerne. Distances • Beaminster 6.5 miles; • Bridport 7 miles • Lyme Regis 8.5 miles • Crewkerne 6 miles • Axminster 6 miles (all mileages are approximate) Sporting and Recreation This area of Dorset is particularly well known for its sporting and recreational facilities which include riding and walking in the beautiful surrounding countryside with the iron forts of Pilsdon, Lewesdon, Lamberts Castle and Eggardon close by; sailing and water sports at the nearby coast; golf at Bridport and Lyme Regis; racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath, Taunton and Exeter. The Dorset coast is now recognised as a World Heritage Site. Education There is a primary school in Marshwood and state secondary education at Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis and Colyton Grammar School. Public schools include , Sherborne Girls, Leweston (for girls) Bryanston, Canford and Clayesmore. Preparatory schooling at Perrott Hill, Port Regis, Sandroyd and Sherborne. Approximate Gross Internal Area 270.4 sq m / 2910 sq ft

Note: “This plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the control of H.M. Stationary office. This plan is for convenience of purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. Licence Number No. ES100017767.”

Property Information Post Code: DT6 5QB Services: Mains electricity and water, oil fired central heating, private drainage. Tenure: Freehold with full vacant possession upon completion (we are advised that there is no forward chain). Ground Floor Local Authorities: District Council Tel 01305 251010 Tel 01305 251000 Council Tax: Band F Viewings: Strictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops & Staff, Bridport Office. Tel 01308 423133 Directions Travelling west from Bridport along the A35 proceed to Raymonds Hill and at the Hunters Lodge public house turn right onto the B3165. After about 6 miles on entering Marshwood village, the entrance to The Old Farmhouse is on the left opposite the shop/post office. First Floor

Measured in accordance with RICS guidelines. Every attempt is made to ensure accuracy, however all measurements are approximate. This floor plan is for illustrative purposes only and is not to scale.

Important Notice: Jackson-Stops & Staff give notice that:- They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Bridport 01308 423133 [email protected] 59 South Street, Bridport DT6 3NZ jackson-stops.co.uk