Spetisbury, DT11

The village of Spetisbury takes its name from the Old English words speoht (woodpecker) and byrig (a fort). It lies between the River Stour and the now disused Blandford to Poole railway (The North Dorset Trailway) suitable for horses, bicycles and walkers. The Spetisbury section starts at the East end of the village on Louse Lane and passes alongside the Iron Age hill fort at Spetisbury Rings and the remains of Spetisbury Halt Railway Station. This section ends just short of the "Tesco" roundabout on the outskirts of Blandford Forum.

Spetisbury benefits from a Parish Church, Village Hall, Primary School, Farm Shop and Café and there are excellent walking/cycling routes including a pleasant circular walk along the river and meadows. Further facilities are available in the nearby Georgian market town of Blandford Forum and there are regular buses to Poole. Blandford has a range of amenities and facilities including a leisure centre, restaurants, cafes, shops, supermarkets including a MandS Foodhall. There is also a fantastic range of independent and state schools in the area.

Steps lead to the front of the bungalow which is accessed via a UPVC door into the entrance porch which opens into the hall with airing cupboard and hatch to loft space with sliding ladder.

The loft has potential to convert subject to the relevant planning.

Double doors lead to; the large dual aspect sitting room with bay window and views across the garden. The recently refitted kitchen has a range of eye and base level units with inset sink, there are integrated appliances to include a four-ring hob with cooker hood above, eye level ovens, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. There is plumbing for a freestanding washing machine. There is further work surface space provided from a breakfast bar. The kitchen has a tiled floor.

The kitchen is also open plan to the dining area which enjoys a view of the enclosed courtyard.

The principal bedroom has built in wardrobes and a patio door to the courtyard there is also an ensuite shower room with corner shower cubicle, corner basin and WC. Bedroom two also has fitted wardrobes and a patio door to the courtyard. Bedrooms three and four are front aspect. The family bathroom has a panel enclosed p-shaped bath with shower and screen, the basin is set on a vanity cupboard with concealed cistern WC.

The gardens are a particular feature and have been landscaped with a number of large specimen trees and shrubs. The garden wraps around the bungalow. The land was part of a walled garden of the neighbouring property which gives the garden a lovely backdrop.

A gate gives access to the secluded and sheltered courtyard which a lovely spot for entertaining. There is an additional area of hidden garden through a wrought iron gate which gives access to steps leading to a carport. There is a further carport and gravel sweeping drive. The property has a large, gravelled parking area accessed via brick piers with borders and five bar gate giving access to the upper level. The garage has an electric up and over door with power and lighting and houses the solar panel controls. A door from the rear of the garage leads to the courtyard.

Viewing comes highly recommended to appreciate this property.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold

Parking: Garage, Carports and Driveway

Utilities:

Mains Electricity

Mains Gas

Mains Water

Drainage: Mains Drainage

Heating: Gas Central Heating

Broadband: Refer to ofcom website www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-and-broadband

Mobile Signal: Refer to ofcom website www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-and-broadband

Flood Risk: For more information refer to gov.uk, check long term flood risk www.gov.uk/check-long-term-flood-risk

Council Tax Band: D