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Bridport 01308 423133 @jackson-stops.co.uk 59 South Street, Bridport DT6 3NZ jackson-stops.co.uk 01935 810141 [email protected] Church House, Half Moon Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3LN

Property Information Education Fast Find 59357 There is primary schooling at Parrett & Axe CE with Post Code DT8 3HY good secondary schooling at School. First Floor Council Tax Band Band E Public schools in the area include Sherborne Services Mains electricity water and drainage. Schools, Bryanston, Canford, King’s Taunton and Oil fired central heating preparatory schools at Perrott Hill near Local Authorities District Council and Sunninghill in Dorchester. Tel 01305 251010 Tel 01305 251000 Directions From Bridport take the A3066 towards Tenure Freehold with full vacant possession upon Beaminster, proceeding through the town completion and towards Crewkerne. Carry on through the and into the village of Sporting and Recreation . Approximately half way through Fishing and sailing at Sutton Bingham reservoir, Ground Floor Mosterton just after the Admiral Hood public racing at Wincanton, Taunton, Salisbury, house turn right into Chedington Lane and and Bath. Watersports on the Dorset coast. Golf proceed for approximately 2 miles passing at Dorchester Came Down, , Sherborne and Picastley Lane on the left hand side, look for a slip Approximate Gross Internal Area: Bridport. road to the left, opposite a bridalway sign posted (Excluding Void) 204.4 sq m / 2200 sq ft to Beaminster Down. Proceed for half a mile and Cellar = 11.2 sq m / 120 sq ft into the village of Chedington and as the road Total = 215.6 sq m / 2320 sq ft bends sharply round the right Old St. James will be visible. The driveway is on the left hand side as the road bends round the left. 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 Cellar text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has Measured in accordance with RICS guidelines. Every attempt is made to ensure accuracy, however all measurements are approximate. all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. This floor plan is for illustrative purposes only and is not to scale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Based upon the Ordnance Survey Map with permission of the Controller H.M.S.O. Crown Copyright reserved. A fine and sympathetic conversion of a former parish church Features • Entrance Porch with flagstone floor • Reception Room with vaulted ceiling and stained glass window • Drawing Room with wood burning stove, vaulted ceiling and stained glass window • Handmade solid wood Kitchen with integrated appliances and range • Utility Room • Family Bathroom • 4 double Bedrooms (one with ensuite Shower Room) • Galleried Landing • Further Bathroom with roll top bath • Large Garage • Parking for several cars • Secluded gardens of approximately ½ acre

The Property Old St James served as the Chedington parish church until 1980 when the building was deconsecrated and subsequently converted into a residential dwelling. Built in 1840 this fine church is thought to be situated adjacent to the site of a much older place of worship, long since demolished. The building was designed by the Taunton architect, Richard Carver and originally consisted of just a nave and chancel, with the bapistry organ chamber and south porch being added later. Built of hamstone, this impressive building retains much of its original character, with splendid stone mullioned stained glass windows, stone carving and arches with carved wood screen to the south vestry. The property has undergone significant refurbishment to a very high standard in recent years with additions including solid oak floors, staircase and joinery, granite worktops in the newly fitted kitchen and utility room, new bathroom suites and redecoration throughout.

Outside The garden of Old St. James extends to approximately half an acre and surrounds the property. The garden is level and particularly private, having mature trees and hedging on all the boundaries. To the north is a large area of lawn and a gravel parking area with space for several cars and a single garage. On the eastern flank there is a raised area of lawn with mature shrubs and plants with space for a kitchen garden. To the south a gravel path leads to the house with pedestrian gate to the lane and village. Location Chedington is a pretty village on high ground where Dorset tumbles into through Winyards Gap. An estate village, Chedington grew up around Chedington Court, a large house, whose grounds adjoin Old St James. Situated about 5 miles north of Beaminster and 5 miles south east of Crewkerne, Chedington has the popular Winyards Gap public house with its large garden taking in the stunning views on offer from the village. Beaminster and Crewkerne both have an excellent range of facilities including shops, schools and restaurants. Crewkerne has a selection of supermarkets including a large Waitrose with a main line railway station to Waterloo. Distances • Beaminster 5 miles • Crewkerne 5 miles • The coast at West Bay 12.5 miles