Milton Abbas Blandford Forum Gth.Net Milton Abbas Blandford Forum DT11 0BL

Milton Abbas Blandford Forum gth.net Milton Abbas Blandford Forum DT11 0BL

An immaculate 2 bedroom semi detached Grade II listed period cottage of great character and charm, enjoying views over the village from the garden, set in renowned Milton Abbas, which is conveniently placed between the County Town of Dorchester and the Georgian market town of Blandford Forum. EPC exempt.

Guide Price £335,000

Description The Property is one of the classic rendered cob and thatched cottage that form the main street of Milton Abbas. Grade II listed, dating from the 18th Century, the whole is now in immaculate decorative condition and steeped in character. It is thought eminently suited for those who seek a permanent home or a holiday/ week end retreat in a wonderful unspoilt village location within central Dorset. The accommodation has many features including a fine inglenook fireplace, French limestone stone and tiled floors and OIL fired central heating which is underfloor to the ground floor. The

whole provides a charming and well-appointed home in a the first floor with exposed floor boards. The landing truly special location. leads to the 2 bedrooms. Bedroom one, with a featured fireplace, has a window seat overlooking the village

street. Bedroom two looks over the rear garden. The accommodation: Arranged over two floors and with a

ground floor extension, the shared entrance vestibule leads to the sitting room with its fine inglenook fireplace, Outside wood burning stove and window seat overlooking the The driveway leads to the stone gravelled parking space front garden. A doorway leads to the dining room. The with timber shed, outside tap and the oil tank. The country style cream finish kitchen has a Belfast style sink, lawned front garden with planted border leads down to timber worksurfaces, base cupboards together with a the village street. matching dresser style fitment and other store The rear garden, which enjoys fine views over the village, cupboards. There is a recess with LPG cooker rises beyond the extension with a flight of steps to a connection and chimney style extractor hood. The stone gravelled path with planted border and then steps shower room has a walk in shower, vanity unit, heated lead to a stone gravelled level terrace. Further steps then towel rail and wc. The stairs rise from the dining room to lead to a paved terrace with a second timber shed. Steps then lead on to a former vegetable garden with greenhouse and then beyond is a grassed section with maturing trees which adjoins woodland at the rear boundary.

Situation The village of Milton Abbas dates back to 1773 when building commenced at the instruction of Lord Milton as part of the transfer of the old town of Middleton originally located within the grounds of Milton Abbey. It famous for its Abbey, public school and picturesque Main Street of thatched cottages, with local facilities including a farm shop, public house and Doctors surgery. The County Town of Dorchester lies

approximately 12 miles to the south west, with facilities including rail link to London Waterloo. The historic market towns of Blandford Forum, approximately 8 miles, and Sherborne are also close-by. The A 303/M3 link to London is about 22 miles away, and there is an International Airport at Bournemouth (about 24 miles). There is a ferry service to France from Poole Port (about 20 miles). The Jurassic World Heritage Coast lies about 15 miles to the south and the stunning National Trust Beaches at Studland are also within easy reach by car.

Directions Leave Dorchester on the A35 towards Poole, leaving the Puddletown bypass at the exit signposted to A354 Blandford Forum. Proceed to the village of Milborne St Andrew, and then in the centre of the village turn left signposted Milton Abbas. Follow through into the village and the cottage will be found on the left hand side of the Main Street.

Services Main water, electricity and drainage. Dorset Council tax band D

45 High West Street Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UT

Email: [email protected] Tel: 01305 268786 Ref: DOR200021 IMPORTANT NOTICE For clarification we wish to inform any prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. They must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you please contact the office prior to viewing the property. gth.net