Detached bungalow for sale in Bath Road, Sturminster Newton DT10

This stunning property has been greatly improved by the present owners, having been sympathetically modernised. Originally built in the 1930's this house, completed in 2022 is ideal for a modern lifestyle, with a contemporary, fully fitted kitchen, the open plan living area, with a feature wood burning stove, underfloor heating, large windows and sliding patio doors as well as a spectacular roof lantern flooding the living spaces with natural light. The properties elevated position, along with clever garden landscaping has created stunning views across The River Stour and the beautiful Dorset countryside beyond. The property is just a short walk from the centre of Sturminster Newton, where there is a great range of shops, eateries and public houses, both chain and independent, schools for children of all ages are also within walking distance and the town further offers both Dental and Doctors practices. For the more adventurous there are a plethora of country and riverside walks along which you can soak up Dorset's beautiful scenery and there is wonderful coarse fishing practically on the doorstep.

Outside

Entering through a double five bar gate, to the front of the property is a large area which is mostly gravelled providing parking for multiple vehicles, the garden is fenced in and there are a variety of plants around the border and an area toward the front which would make an ideal spot for a car port or garage, (subject to the usual planning requirements). There is also a large timber studio with power and light which could be used as a home office or workshop.
The garden wraps around both sides of the property offering easy access to the wonderful landscaped rear garden. Here there are patio areas with pergola seating, as well as lawns, raised beds and vegetable garden and a variety of plants. The elevated situation along with clever landscaping and fencing gives the impression that the Stour Valley and open countryside, extending as far as the eye can see, is all a part of the garden.

The House

The house is entered via the front door with original stained glass panels which have been lovingly restored and strengthened with double glazing, once through the door there is a warm and welcoming entrance hall providing access to all of the ground floor accommodation.
To the right there is a utility area, a w/c and a boot room. The Master Bedroom suite has a Dressing Room area and a Bathroom with fantastic views to the rear, on the opposite side of the house is a large Guest Suite with Bedroom and En-Suite Facilities, Bedroom Three is adjacent to the guest suite and directly opposite the family Bathroom. There is also a separate Sitting Room/Snug on the ground Floor which might be utilised as a further bedroom if needed, stairs from the hall lead up to Bedroom Four, which is presently used as a music studio and has uninterrupted panoramic views.
Of particular note is the grand Open Plan Family Room incorporating the Kitchen, Dining Room and Living Area, this room all but extends across the whole width of the house and has large sliding patio doors leading to the lawned garden and three double glazed windows to two aspects, to add to the feeling of light and space. There are two Roof Lanterns allowing the room to be flooded with natural light and for the garden to become an extension to the living space. The finish throughout the property is of the highest standard and the living area has Limestone Flooring with under floor heating, and to add to the warmth and ambience there is a feature Wood Burning Stove.
The Kitchen area is a cooks paradise and is fitted with everything that you might need to entertain family and friends or simply cook a meal for two. The units are modern and stylish and include 'Neff & Haler' appliances, including an induction hob with extractor over, a slide and hide double oven with a warming drawer and microwave oven, dishwasher, there is also an integral large American Style Fridge Freezer and an island unit.

Agents Note

This property has been extended and improved with a great deal of thought and consideration and the quality and finish is of the highest standard, this coupled along with it's location would make this an ideal place to live for a wide variety of buyers, for these reasons we would Highly Recommend Early Viewing!