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See how verdicts work8-bedroom detached house · DT8 3LG
For saleListed 16 days
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A detached farmhouse in need of complete modernisation occupying a delightful and yet accessible rural position and set within a plot extending to 0.36 acres.
A charming detached farmhouse occupying a delightful rural setting in need of refurbishment and modernisation.
Set within a generous plot extending to approximately 0.36 acres, the property presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a renovation project with the potential to create a characterful country home.
Having been in the current vendors ownership for many years the sale affords prospective purchasers the rare opportunity to update and modernise the property throughout.
Nevertheless, it retains much of its traditional appeal and offers buyers the opportunity to adapt and enhance the accommodation to suit their individual requirements.
The accommodation briefly comprises a sitting room, kitchen, dining room and shower room on the ground floor. The first, second and third floor provide additional accommodation.
Services & outgoings Understood to be mains electricity, mains water and private drainage to a septic tank.
The drainage system, which has not been inspected, may require attention and prospective purchasers should carry out their own investigations.
Council Tax: Dorset Council Band D Local authority Dorset Council, County Hall, Colliton Park, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XJ.
Tel: Additional information Broadband: Understood to be: Basic: 3Mbps; Superfast: 80 Mbps Mobile Coverage: Understood to be available via Three, EE, Vodafone & O2.
For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. Flooding: Understood to be very low.
Newgate Farmhouse is set within the highly regarded Dorset National Landscape and occupies a delightful rural position in a readily accessible location.
The town of Crewkerne lies approximately 4.8 miles to the north and affords a full range of everyday shopping facilities together with rail links to London (Waterloo).
The larger center of Yeovil 14.2 miles to the north east and provides a more extensive range of recreational and commercial services.
Despite its rural position the property enjoys easy access to the surrounding districts and further afield with access to the A30 at Crewkerne and M5 at Taunton (J25) being approximately 20 miles distant.
Outside, the property benefits from a useful store together with generous grounds.
Enjoying an attractive countryside position whilst remaining accessible to nearby amenities, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a property with significant potential in an attractive rural location.
Value & comps
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Returns
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