4-bedroom detached house · DT10 1EB
Under offerListed 68 days
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About
An absolutely stunning chalet style house that has been carefully and thoughtfully upgraded throughout offering exceptional accommodation as well as a jaw dropping countryside view.
THE PROPERTY Welcome, to the jaw dropping, Iowa. Situated on the desirable Bath Road, this incredible home has been meticulously, intelligently and lovingly upgraded by the current owners.
The house has been remodelled throughout to now present a four bedroom, three bathroom property offering over 2,000 sq ft of high quality accommodation.
The living spaces are presented in an immaculate fashion and with every element of the house providing a calm, welcoming and superb place to be.
Briefly comprising an entrance hall, reception room, open plan kitchen/family room, utility room, four bedrooms including an attractive main suite boasting a dressing area and an ensuite.
There are also two other shower rooms, a WC and a boot room.
LOCATION Set in Dorset's picturesque Blackmore Vale, Sturminster Newton is a charming market town offering an attractive blend of historic character, community spirit and everyday convenience.
The town has a good selection of independent shops, cafés, traditional pubs and essential amenities, together with The Exchange, a thriving community arts and entertainment venue hosting theatre, live music, films and local events.
The River Stour and historic Sturminster Newton Mill create an especially scenic setting, while the nearby North Dorset Trailway offers a traffic-free route through the countryside for walking, cycling and horse riding.
Surrounded by rolling fields and traditional Dorset villages, the town is also well placed for reaching Blandford Forum, Sherborne, Shaftesbury and Dorchester—providing an appealing balance of peaceful country living and access to the wider region.
OUTSIDE Outside, Iowa continues to impress in all aspects. To the front is a gated entrance and a gravelled driveway with ample space for several vehicles.
A newly constructed Car Port is present as well a timber workshop both of which benefit from power and lighting.
The front of the property has seen many upgrades over recent years including new fencing, vegetable beds and feature planting creating a simply wonderful entrance.
To the rear, the private, westerly facing, tranquil and attractive garden is something very special.
The view of the neighbouring, undulating countryside and the River Stour is truly exceptional and can most certainly be enjoyed throughout the seasons.
There are several areas across the garden to sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings including a covered area with solar powered lighting to ensure that you can make the most of the outside whatever the weather.
The rear garden has also been upgraded with new fencing, landscaping and the installation of several... SERVICES All mains services are connected. TENURE Freehold.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Dorset Council, Band F. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment only via Boatwrights Estate Agents.
ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING As of 2017, Estate Agents are legally required to undertake Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all parties involved in the sale or purchase of a property.
Boatwrights Estate Agents Ltd are members of The Guild of Property Professionals and therefore use a professional service called Guild 365 to facilitate these checks.
These checks must be completed before a property is listed for sale and as soon as an offer is accepted. There is a charge for this service at a cost of £30+VAT (per person) which is non-refundable.
Boatwrights do receive small proportion of this fee in order to cover our administrative costs.
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