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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · SP7 8HS
For saleReduced £50k (−8.7%) on 27 OctListed 152 days
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A beautifully located chalet style house with a simply stunning view of the Blackmore Vale as well as a surprising level of accommodation arranged over two floors.
THE PROPERTY Situated in an enviable position at the end of the cul-de-sac, this fantastic home has come to the market for the first time since its construction.
Offering surprising levels of accommodation laid out over two floors, this chalet style home could be the one you have been waiting for.
Briefly comprising an entrance hall, integral garage, WC, kitchen/breakfast room, sitting/dining room, three good sized bedrooms and a family bathroom.
LOCATION The North Dorset Saxon hilltop market town of Shaftesbury is famed for the iconic cobbled street of Gold Hill and rich history going back to the times of King Alfred.
Shaftesbury is a delightful community orientated town with an attractive and bustling High Street that provides most everyday requirements including a farmer's market, cafés, charity shops, various retail shops and a cottage hospital.
Families are drawn to this area by the quality of life and excellent choice of state and independent schools including Port Regis, Clayesmore, Sandroyd and Bryanston amongst many others.
Shaftesbury also offers several ways to explore the stunning countryside and traditional English villages of the Blackmore Vale, Cranborne Chase and Wiltshire Downs with their many miles of public footpaths and bridleways.
OUTSIDE To the front of the property is an extended driveway that provides ample parking for several vehicles.
The front garden has been enlarged by the purchase of some neighbouring land some years ago.
This has enabled the garden to present in its current form as a colourful, vibrant space with Intelligent planting, raised flower beds and mature shrubbery that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.
To the side is an area of patio that is the perfect sun trap that can be accessed from the kitchen and sitting room. There is also a well established area of lawn.
At the rear is a tiered rockery style garden with a pathway through it enabling the most amazing view of The Blackmore Vale.
Additional land has also been purchased at the rear to enable a larger garden and to make full use of the spectacular view. TENURE Freehold. SERVICES All mains services are connected.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Dorset Council, Band E. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment only via Boatwrights Estate Agents.
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