House For Sale £350,000
High Street, Stalbridge, Sturminster Newton, DT10

This charming cottage is a tardis and will charm you every step of the way, leaving a lasting impression with its surprisingly generous accommodation. The first part of the cottage dates to around 1890 with a more recent extension to the rear and incorporates the 17th century barn which was reputed to have been used by John Wesley and his horse to sleep in when he was preaching in the town. The cottage is not listed but lies within the conservation area of Dorset's smallest town close to all amenities and countryside walks. The front windows are traditionally a sash with secondary glazing whilst to the rear the windows and doors are uPVC. Other character features include exposed timbers and Victorian style fireplaces and a wood burning stove. The property also benefits from gas fired central heating via radiators. You MUST go inside to appreciate this home and explore its wonderful features and delightful garden.

ACCOMMODATION


Ground Floor


Snug/Study
3.81m'' x 2.92m'' (12'6'' x 9'7'') - Wooden door opens into a useful entrance with electrical consumer unit, coat hooks and part wood panelled walls. Oak door opens into the reception room. An adaptable space currently used as an office. Sash window with secondary glazing overlooking the high street. Ceiling light. Smoke detector. Radiator. Power and telephone points. Victorian style fireplace with black iron work. Laminate flooring. Oak door opens to the:-

Inner Hall
Ceiling light. Coat hooks. Stairs rising to the first floor with storage recess under. Oak door opens to the:-

Sitting Room
3.99m'' x 3.76m'' (13'1'' x 12'4'') - Ceiling and wall lights. Radiator. Power and telephone points. Television connection. Wood burning stove on slate hearth. Wooden mantle beam. Recess to one side of the chimney breast with display shelves and storage cupboard under and storage cupboard with glass fronted cabinet above to the other side. Glass block wall to the Summer Room. Oak floor. Opening to the:-

Inner Hall
3 Velux Windows. Window to the side. Wall lights. Radiator. Power points. Wall mounted new gas fired central heating boiler. Tiled floor. Steps rising to the kitchen/dining room, door to the bathroom room and opens to the:-

Summer Room
2.36m'' x 3.07m'' (7'9'' x 10'1'') - French doors with full height windows to either side opens to the rear garden. Exposed stone wall and timbers. Power points. Tiled floor.

Dining Area
4.65m'' x 2.95m'' (15'3'' x 9'8'') - Steps rise to the dining area. Window to the side elevation. Exposed timbers. Wall lights. Radiator. Power points. Television connection. Fitted cupboard with space and plumbing for a washing machine, space over for a tumble dryer and shelves to one side. Black and white tiled floor. Steps rise up to the:-

Kitchen Area
4.83m'' x 3.45m'' (15'10'' x 11'4'') - Upvc part glazed stable door to the rear and three windows to the side aspect. Recessed spot lights. Exposed feature beams. Fitted with a chic and contemporary range of contrasting kitchen units consisting of metal storage cupboards with roll up doors, separate drawer units with deep pan drawers and eye level cupboards and cabinets. Generous amount of work surfaces. Circular stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Further one and half bowl stainless steel sink with mono tap sited on the peninsula. Integrated fridge and freezer. Space for an American style fridge/freezer. Space for range style cooker with extractor hood over. Tiled floor.

Bath Room
Part vaulted ceiling. Velux window. Wall light. Copper wash basin with mixer tap on wooden washstand. Bath with shower head and shower attachment. Tiled splashbacks. Heated towel rail. Low level WC. Parque effect laminate floor.

First Floor


Landing
Stairs rise and return to the landing. Ceiling light. Power point. Stairs rising to the second floor. Wooden doors to both bedrooms.

Bedroom One
4.01m'' x 2.74m (13'2'' x 9') - Approximate measurements - Window looking towards the rear garden. Ceiling light. Loft access. Radiator. Power points. Television connection. Two built in wardrobes with hanging rail and shelf. Opening to the:-

En-Suite Shower Room
Ceiling light. Extractor fan. Tiled walls and timber walls. Storage shelves. Low level WC with economy flush facility. Pedestal wash hand basin. Shower cubicle. Wood laminate floor.

Bedroom Two
3.28m'' x 2.95m'' (10'9'' x 9'8'') - Sash window with secondary glazing to the front aspect. Ceiling light. Radiator. Power points. Television connection. Built in wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Sliding door to the:-

En-Suite Cloakroom
Ceiling light. Pedestal wash hand basin with mirror over. Low level WC with economy flush facility. Tiled walls.

Second Floor


Landing
Velux window.

Bedroom Three
3.81m'' x 3.00m'' (12'6'' x 9'10'') - Plus landing area - Stairs rise and return to the landing with skylight to the rear aspect. Exposed timbers. Radiator. Power points. Television and phone connection. Victorian style fireplace. WC with washbasin mounted above cistern.

Outside


Garden
French doors open from the Summer Room onto small area with steps rising to a path leading along the side of the cottage to further shallow steps rising to a good sized paved alfresco dining area and to a paved sun terrace. The main garden is laid to lawn with shrub, flower beds and a variety of fruit bushes and trees. There is a greenhouse, timber shed and storage areas. The garden is fully enclosed in part by old stone walls and offers a sunny and private aspect.

Directions


From Sturminster Newton
Leave Sturminster via Bridge Street at the traffic lights go over the bridge and turn right onto the A357. Continue on this road for approximately 5 miles turning left where Stalbridge is signposted. On entering the town go through the single lane onto the High Street. The property is on the left hand side - opposite the Swan Inn. Postcode DT10 2LH.