- Two bedroom +
- Character features +
- Rural village setting +
- Sought after location +
- Large garden +
- Off street parking +
- Close proximately to local amenities +
Stone Cottage is a period semi-detached residence nestled along a quiet lane within the scenic, rolling countryside of Charlton Horethorne.
Accommodation - Upon stepping into the property, you are welcomed by a generous entrance hall featuring a side-facing window and radiator.
Continuing through, you are greeted into the dining room and living room which are separated by the stairway. The living room boasts a front-facing windowlooking over neighbouring paddocks, with a remarkable log burner commanding attention as the centrepiece of the room.
The dining room features a radiator and access to the stairs, also offering a under stairs cupboard and shelving. Throughout these spaces, open beams add a wealth of character to this charming property.
The kitchen presents a well-appointed space with a combination of wall, base, and drawer units. It features a 1.5 sink, an electric hob and oven, as well as ample room for white goods, all white goods will be included in the sale. A rear window allows natural light to fill the room, complemented by a convenient stable door leading out to the garden. The kitchen also accommodates the boiler.
The snug/third bedroom is flooded with natural light with large windows to the side and French doors that open onto the patio. There is also radiators.
Ascending to the first floor, the landing provides access to all principal bedrooms and features a side window, offering the space with natural light.
The master bedroom is adorned with two built-in wardrobes, a feature fireplace, and a window overlooking the front of the property.
Bedroom two offers a built-in wardrobe, radiator, and a single glazed window with views of the rear of the property. Both bedrooms offer access to the loft, with the master bedroom providing a light and ladder.
The bathroom comprises a WC, his and her basins, a bath with an overhead rainfall shower, and a radiator.
Outside - The garden provides a delightful outdoor space, featuring a patioed area and steps leading up to a lush lawn adorned with mature shrubs and trees. As you ascend further, up the garden there is a greenhouse and shed. Towards the rear, an orchard unfolds, showcasing apple and pear trees as well as a large workshop that offers power.
Situation - Charlton Horethorne is a vibrant small village set in picturesque rolling countryside on the Dorset/Somerset border. The village offers a shop, primary school, The Kings Arms pub and hotel, parish church and village hall. Located approximately 5 mile away Sherborne's main shopping street offers a wide range of shops, local businesses and facilities including a Waitrose supermarket. Other towns within driving distance include the regional centre of Yeovil (10 miles) and the town of Wincanton (8 miles).
Sherborne also has an excellent range of schools with two primary schools within the town, both feeding to The Gryphon School for secondary education. Private schools in the area include the Sherborne schools, Leweston, Haselgrove and the Bruton schools. Sherborne has a regular mainline service to Waterloo taking about 2.5 hours and there is a fast train service from Castle Cary (10 miles) to Paddington, which takes about 90 minutes. Bournemouth, Bristol and Exeter Airports are all easily accessible.
Services - Mains electric, drainage and water
Oil central heating
Somerset Council -
Council Tax Band – E
EPC - D
The Government’s flood risk assessment at gives the flood risk of an area, not a specific property. The owners report there have been no issues for this property with flooding during their 24 years of ownership.
Superfast broadband is available in the area
Mobile phone coverage is available inside and outside
Source Ofcom ofcom.org.uk