Broad Oak, Sturminster Newton

The Property
Inside
Ground Floor The front door opens into a porch and then into a particularly spacious entrance hall, which has stairs rising to the first floor and doors leading off to the principal rooms. The sitting room is a generous and light-filled room, with windows to two sides making the most of the views and an gas effect open fire providing a lovely focal point. Sliding doors open into the conservatory, which enjoys views over the garden and countryside beyond and has doors out to the patio, a perfect spot to sit and watch the seasons change. There is a door from the hallway into the dining room, which has ample space for a family dining table and leads in turn to the kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and eye level units with work surfaces, a sink and drainer set beneath the window, and space for a cooker. The utility room has a door through to a rear hallway, which has a further door out to the garden. Back in the entrance hall, there is a further reception room, currently used as a second sitting room, which would make an ideal study or fourth bedroom. There are two double bedrooms on the ground floor, the main bedroom being a particularly generous room, the bathroom is fitted with a suite consisting of a bath, a walk in shower, WC and a wash hand basin. First Floor Stairs rise to the landing, which has a window to the side. Bedroom two is a spacious double room with fitted wardrobes and a window enjoying a lovely outlook. There is also a shower room, fitted with a shower, a WC and a wash hand basin.
Outside
Gardens One of the real highlights of this home is the gardens, which extend to approx 0.6 of an acre and enjoy stunning far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature hedges, trees and shrubs, the garden offers a wonderful degree of privacy. A patio area outside the sitting room and conservatory is perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply relaxing and taking in the views. There is plenty of space for children to play, keen gardeners to create their own planting, or to simply enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the setting. Truly a very special garden. Garages and Parking The property is approached through a five bar gate onto a block paved driveway with ample parking. There is an integral garage, together with a detached double garage, giving three garages in total. There is also a car port/open work space.
Useful Information
Energy Efficiency Rating: C Council Tax Band Mains Gas Central Heating (boiler installed within the last five years) Solar Panels Mains Electricity, Water and Drainage Freehold No Onward Chain
Location and Directions
Broad Oak is a small and peaceful rural hamlet set within attractive North Dorset countryside, surrounded by farmland and scenic walking routes, and lies just a short distance from Sturminster Newton. Sturminster Newton is a well regarded North Dorset market town set within the Blackmore Vale, offering a good range of everyday amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, schools, medical facilities and leisure facilities. The town is well positioned for road links via the A357, with easy access to Shaftesbury, Blandford Forum and Sherborne. Mainline railway stations at Gillingham and Sherborne provide direct services to London Waterloo. Surrounded by attractive countryside, the area offers a balance of convenience and access to rural walks, including the North Dorset Trailway. Postcode - DT10 2HG What3Words - material.curious.nicknames