STEEPLECHASE WEST STOUR, GILLINGHAM Exceptional barn conversion of over 6,000 sq. ft. Steeplechase, Church Farm, Church Street, West Stour, Gillingham, SP8 5RL Freehold · 4 bedrooms Description · 3 bathrooms Surrounded by its own 0.6 acre private garden and · 3 reception rooms extending to over 4000 sq. ft. internally, the home’s · 0.6 of an acre gardens design is the work of award-winning builders Stour Homes. The house is particularly notable for its large This expansive four bedroom contemporary swathes of glazing which bathe the space in light barn conversion sits within a private 50 acre throughout the day whilst framing the wonderful views equestrian estate in the village of West Stour, of the surrounding agricultural landscape that form an a delightfully rural setting in the heart of ever-changing backdrop. North Dorset. The home’s silhouette observes the simple form of its previous incarnation as a steel-framed agricultural barn. Following the footprint and form of the original building, Features the proportions are dramatic. Entrance Hall, Four Bedrooms (3 en-suite), Family Shower The home acknowledges modern living requirements, Room, Kitchen/Sitting/Dining Room, Utility Room, Attic using materials and systems that are both highly energy- Room, Plant Room, Double Garage, Summer House, efficient and labour-saving creating a home that is as 0.6 of an Acre Gardens, Blackmore Vale views. impressive as it is functional. The internal design radiates around the spectacular central reception hall, featuring a log-burning stove and a seemingly endless ceramic tiled floor. The eye is immediately drawn to the view at the far end of the home where, through a glorious wall of glass there are outstanding views across the garden towards the Blackmore Vale countryside beyond. The bedrooms flank the reception hall. There are four generous double bedrooms. The master bedroom has fitted furniture and a wet room with full-body shower system. Two remaining bedrooms have en-suite showers or a bathroom while the fourth has an adjoining shower room/cloakroom. Twin doors lead through to the expansive 1104 sq. ft. of living accommodation, enhanced by lofty ceilings. The impressive kitchen, dining and living room have been carefully designed around their views across the garden through the sliding picture windows that span three sides of the rear of the home. This seamless space provides unrivalled flexibility and is large enough for expansive entertaining while being easily zoned to provide more intimate and individual living areas. Naturally, there is a choice of formal as well as informal dining and seating areas. Much of the living space opens onto the illuminated covered terrace and there is a real sense of bringing the outside in. The kitchen is superbly appointed with quartz worktops, integrated NEFF appliances and a large central island. Positioned behind the kitchen is the useful fully-fitted utility room, a must for rural living. In addition, there is 2000 sq. ft. of first floor space, with integral plant room and with the potential to create a workspace, games room or gym or extensive further usable accommodation (subject to planning consent). 2 3 4 Situation The village of West Stour provides a good range of everyday amenities including a church, a village hall, local garage with Spar shop, and the popular Ship Inn public house and restaurant. East Stour has the award-winning Udder Farm Shop. There are plentiful walking, cycling and riding opportunities directly from the property into the surrounding countryside. Both Gillingham (Waitrose, Aldi, Lidl and Asda) and Shaftesbury (Tesco) are approximately five miles away. The town of Gillingham has the benefit of a mainline rail connection for London Waterloo. Access to the A303 is a few miles north of the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury (made famous by the “Hovis” advert at Gold Hill). Attractive Sherborne is 10 miles away on the A30. Popular with tourists, the town of Sturminster Newton is four miles to the south. It has the largest community centre (a theatre, cinema and music venue) in North Dorset and marks the start of the 17-mile North Dorset Trailway – a splendid walking, cycling and horse-riding route that runs alongside the River Stour on the dismantled railway line from Sturminster to Spetisbury, in Dorset, passing through pretty villages and towns such as Stourpaine and Blandford. 5 The renowned National Trust property, Stourhead, is also nearby. There is fishing at the nearby River Stour with a licence obtained from private clubs and organisations. There are also a number of highly regarded state and independent primary and secondary schools in the area, including Port Regis, Clayesmore and Sherborne. Gardens and Grounds The property is approached by a private road leading to a sweeping driveway to the front entrance and the integral double garage. The garden extends around three sides and extends to 0.6 of an acre. Its position in the landscape is well- screened with many mature trees to the south and west. There are attractive panoramic views across the Blackmore Vale to the rear. The expansive paved terrace wraps around the home, incorporating an illuminated and covered terraced - the ideal alfresco dining and entertaining space. Beyond, the garden is laid to lawn, with rose beds, a shrubbery and laurel and beech hedging. The garden pavilion provides a further restful outdoor space, perfect for entertaining. In addition, there is a useful garden shed in the north-west corner of the lawn. 6 7 Specification List • Underfloor heating, air source heat pump • Vent-Axia heat recovery and ventilation system • Zoned open plan kitchen, dining room lounge • High ceilings • Alarm system • Kitchen: Integrated Neff appliances – five ring induction hob, two circotherm ovens, microwave, coffee machine, full height fridge, full height freezer, dishwasher, 3m island unit, quartz worktops, bespoke units, Franke waste disposal • Water softener • Electric ‘Enlight’ blinds by Hillarys Local Authority Dorset Council. Services Mains water and electricity. Independent sewage treatment plant. Tenure Freehold. 8 The prime team would be delighted to show you around this property. Prime +44 (0)20 7493 8222 [email protected] Salisbury 01722 417939 [email protected] Head Office UK House 180 Oxford Street London W1D 1NN hamptons.co.uk W Approximate Area = 573.4 sq m / 6172 sq ft (Including Garage / Attic Room) Summer House = 19.6 sq m / 211 sq ft S N Total = 593.0 sq m / 6383 sq ft Including Limited Use Area (54.8 sq m / 590 sq ft) E W Approximate Area = 573.4 sq m / 6172 sq ft (Including Garage / Attic Room) Summer House = 19.6 sq m / 211 sq ft S N Total = 593.0 sq m / 6383 sq ft Including Limited Use Area (54.8 sq m / 590 sq ft) E Kitchen / Sitting / Dining Room 10.12 x 10.03 Summer House 33'2 x 32'11 5.24 x 3.75 17'2 x 12'4 = Reduced head height below 1.5m Kitchen / Sitting / (Not Shown In Actual Dining Room Location / Orientation) 10.12 x 10.03 Summer House 33'2 x 32'11 5.24 x 3.75 Utility 17'2 x 12'4 6.95 x 1.73 = Reduced head height below22'10 1.5m x 5'8 Bedroom 6.97 x 5.45 Up 22'10 x 17'11 Dn (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Garage Utility Hall 6.76 x 5.93 6.95 x 1.73 22'2 x 19'5 22'10 x 5'8 Bedroom Plant Attic Room 6.97 x 5.45 Up Room 18.04 x 13.71 22'10 x 17'11 Bedroom 59'2 x 45'0 Dn 6.97 x 4.22 22'10 x 13'10 Dn Garage Hall 6.76 x 5.93 22'2 x 19'5 Plant Attic Room Bedroom Bedroom Room IN 18.04 x 13.71 4.75 x 4.63 Bedroom 4.19 x 3.25 59'2 x 45'0 6.97 x 4.22 13'9 x 10'8 15'7 x 15'2 22'10 x 13'10 Dn Ground Floor First Floor Surveyed and drawn in accordance with the International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS 2: Residential) fourwalls-group.com 276815 Bedroom IN Bedroom 4.19 x 3.25 4.75 x 4.63 13'9 x 10'8 15'7 x 15'2 Steeplechase Approximate gross internal area. Main house = 6,172 sq ft / 573.4 sq m (including Garage / Attic Room), Ground Floor First Floor Summer House = 211 sq ft / 19.6 sq m, Total = 6,383 sq ft / 593 sq m, Including Limited Use Area (590 sq ft / 54.8 sq m) Surveyed and drawn in accordance with the International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS 2: Residential) For Clarification fourwalls-group.com 276815 We wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and rounded: they are taken between internal wall surfaces and therefore include cupboards/ shelves, etc. Accordingly, they should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. Formal notice is also given that all fixtures and fittings, carpeting, curtains/blinds and kitchen equipment, garden ornaments and statuary, whether fitted or not, are deemed removable by the vendor unless specifically itemised within these particulars..