Detached bungalow for sale in Stour Close, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum DT11

A bright and roomy detached bungalow with two double bedrooms, two reception rooms and presented to the market with no onward chain. The bungalow enjoys a quiet position at the end of a small cul de sac and is within walking distance of all the village's amenities. The desirable village of Shillingstone lies 5 miles from the market town of Sturminster Newton and 6 miles from Blandford Forum in the opposite direction. The village provides a range of facilities, including a primary school, public house and garage, which has a convenience store. There is also a Co-op, cricket ground and the Trailway.

The bungalow is thought to have been built in the late 1960s/early 70s and has been a much loved and enjoyed home for eleven years. During this time it has been very well cared for and offers comfortable living spaces with scope to add your own personal touches. The sitting room has plenty of space for a dining table and chairs plus double doors that open into the conservatory, which could also double up as a dining room. The kitchen is fitted with a range of country style units and the shower room is fitted with a modern suite. Outside, there is a delightful rear garden, that boasts a private and sunny aspect backing onto the village's recreational grounds and takes in a view of Hambledon Hill. The front aspect also has a pleasing outlook of wooded hillside. There is also plenty of parking for residents and guests plus a larger than average single garage with power.

Located in a sought after village, this bungalow presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a peaceful and semi rural lifestyle with access to amenities and main towns. An early viewing is strongly advised so as not to miss out on the opportunity to own this lovely home.

The Property

Accommodation

Inside

The main entrance is to the side of the bungalow where a part glazed door opens into a useful porch, which in turn opens to a welcoming entrance hall. The hall has access to the part boarded loft space with a drop down ladder and is fitted with a light and white panelled doors open to all the main rooms, except the conservatory. The combined sitting and dining room overlooks the rear garden and enjoys a view of Hambledon Hill in the distance. Double doors open to the conservatory which has access to the rear garden. The kitchen has an outlook down the close with views of wooded hillside and a door opens to the side of the property. The kitchen is fitted with a range of country style units consisting of floor cupboards with pull out corner carousel, tall larder cupboards with shelves and eye level cupboards and cabinets. There is a good amount of work surfaces with tiled splash back and one and half sink and drainer with swan neck mixer tap. In addition, there is space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher, housing for a fridge/freezer and included is a dual fuel slot in cooker. The two bedrooms are both double sized - bedroom one has a double aspect and takes in a view of wooded hillside, whilst bedroom two overlooks the rear garden and a partial view of Hambledon Hill. The shower room is fitted with a corner shower cubicle with mains shower, vanity wash hand basin and low level WC.

Outside (5.05m'' x 2.64m'' (16'7'' x 8'8''))

Drive and Garage
The property is situated at the end of the cul de sac, approached from the road onto a long block paved drive with space to park three cars and leads up to the garage. This has an up and over door, fitted with light and power plus floor cupboards and shelves. A personal door to the side opens to the rear garden. The garage measures - 5.05 m x 2.64 m/16'7'' x 8'8''.

Gardens
The front garden is laid to lawn. There is access to the rear garden from both sides of the bungalow. The rear garden has been attractively landscaped and is laid to lawn with a large paved patio, borders planted with a variety of shrubs and flowers and backs onto the village's recreational grounds. There is also a greenhouse. The garden is fully enclosed and enjoys a sunny and private aspect.

Useful Information

Energy Efficiency Rating C
Council Tax Band D
uPVC Double Glazed
Gas Fired Central Heating
Mains Drainage
Freehold
No Onward Chain

Directions

From Sturminster Newton

Leave Sturminster via Bridge Street. At the traffic lights proceed over the bridge and turn left heading towards Blandford. After about 5 miles you will arrive in the village of Shillingstone. Go past The Ox public house and take the next turning left into Hine Town lane, then first right into Stour Close. The property will be found at the end of the cul de sac. Postcode DT11 0SU