A DELIGHTFUL GRADE II LISTED PERIOD COTTAGE IN A SOUGHT AFTER VILLAGE yew tree cottage, , wareham, dorset A DELIGHTFUL GRADE II LISTED PERIOD COTTAGE IN A SOUGHT AFTER DORSET VILLAGE yew tree cottage, bloxworth, wareham, dorset bh20 7ee Thatched entrance porch w Reception hall w Cloakroom w Sitting room w Dining room w Kitchen/breakfast room w Master bedroom with en suite shower room w Guest bedroom with en suite shower room w 2 further bedrooms w Family bathroom w Garage block including utility room, workshop and office w Thatched summerhouse w Mature gardens of about 0.8 acres

Situation Yew Tree Cottage occupies a peaceful, secluded setting in the sought-after village of Bloxworth, which has a number of attractive period properties, including a 17th century manor house and a church. The property enjoys a lovely aspect over its gardens and across the adjoining farmland with distant glimpses of the . Bloxworth is conveniently situated about 6 miles from the historic market town of Wareham known as the Gateway to the , there is a convenience store about 2.5 miles away in , and with its Dolphin shopping centre is about 10 miles. The A31 which leads onto the M27 and M3 to can be joined under 2 miles away, and trains to London Waterloo run from both Wareham and Poole. The and the New Forest National Park for walking, riding and cycling, for sailing and watersports, and the stunning sandy beaches of and are all within about 20 miles. Schools in the wider area include Bryanston, Canford, Castle Court and Clayesmore, together with first, middle and secondary schools.

Description A charming Grade II Listed cottage having colour-washed rendered elevations enhanced by leaded light windows under a thatched roof. The oldest part of the cottage is believed to date from the 1700’s, and in the 19th Century it was used as the village shop and post office. The cottage is bright and spacious with good ceiling heights and the accommodation includes a reception hall with wood block flooring, cloaks cupboard and guest cloakroom, the cosy sitting room has an open fireplace, ceiling beam and double aspect windows with window seats, the triple aspect dining room has views over the gardens, herringbone wood flooring, and French doors to the paved terrace, the good sized kitchen/ breakfast room is fitted with a range of wood fronted units including a gas hob (Propane) double oven, microwave, fridge/ freezer and dishwasher, and there is a useful larder with plumbing for a washing machine. On the first floor, both the main and guest bedrooms have en suite shower rooms, and the two further bedrooms share the family bathroom.

Outside A pedestrian gate in the boundary hedge and a pathway lead to the front door. To one side a drive provides parking for several cars and leads to the garage block, which comprises a garage, with utility room, workshop, and office. There could be potential to create a self- contained annex subject to any necessary permissions being obtained. The gardens are a particular feature extending in all to about 0.8 acres, laid mainly to lawn with established trees and shrubs surrounding, providing a good degree of seclusion. The impressive rear garden enjoys the perfect south west aspect, and has a good sized paved terrace enjoying fine views across a neighbour’s pasture land with glimpses of the Purbeck hills beyond. There is a charming thatched octagonal summer house, a stone well, a greenhouse and former kennel.

Directions From Wimborne take the A31 towards Dorchester, and after about 8 miles (and about 1 mile after The Botany Bay Inn), turn left signposted to Bloxworth. Proceed along this road and then take the right hand fork signposted to Bloxworth. On entering the village bear left and just beyond the thatched bus shelter, Yew Tree Cottage will be found on the right hand side.

Tenure Freehold.

Services Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.

Local Authority Council, Westport House, Road, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4PP. Telephone 01929 556561.

Postcode BH20 7EE.

Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills. Gross Internal Area (approx) = 225.0 sq m / 2435 sq ft Summer House = 12.0 sq m / 295 sq ft Outbuilding = 44.5 sq m / 479 sq ft Utility Total = 281.5 sq m / 3030 sq ft Room Up 3.08 x 2.10 Office Up 10'1 x 6'11 3.25 x 2.96 10'8 x 9'9

Summer House Workshop 3.79 x 3.77 3.00 x 2.73 12'5 x 12'4 9'10 x 8'11

(Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Garage N 4.80 x 3.05 15'9 x 10'0

Dining Room Bedroom 2 5.04 x 3.99 3.97 x 3.95 16'6 x 13'1 Outbuilding 13'0 x 13'0 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)

Up Dn Bedroom 3 3.82 x 2.79 Kitchen / 12'6 x 9'2 Sitting Room Master Bedroom Dining Room 4.37 x 4.08 4.39 x 3.95 6.40 x 4.79 14'4 x 13'5 14'5 x 13'0 21'0 x 15'9 Bedroom 4 3.86 x 1.88 12'8 x 6'2

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