Field Lane, Kington Magna, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 5EP

Fourgables

Abbot &Slater

Unique Detached Bungalow set in Gardens and Grounds of 3.31 acres and offering stunning and far reachingviews of the surrounding Countryside. Detached Double Garage, and Separate Workshop/Store offering potentialfor a number of uses STTNC.

The Village Kington Magna is a popular Dorset village,7 miles from Shaftesbury in the heart of theBlackmore Vale. This area was described verywell by Thomas Hardy as “the vale of the littledairies” because of the productive pastureland itprovides. The village has an active Village Halland charming Church of All Saints is in the EarlyEnglish style and has a square embattled tower.The views from the church grounds are both farreaching and spectacular. The Western edge ofthe Parish borders with Somerset and theadjoining Parish of Buckhorn Weston has theaward winning Inn, The Stapleton Arms.

The Property Purchased by the current owners some 25 yearsago the plot consisted of an extraordinarilylarge garden and dilapidated bungalow. Ourvendors then obtained Planning permission todemolish the existing property and replace itwith a well thought out cross shapedbungalow to increase the natural light into allrooms and create an exceptionally spaciousEntrance Hall off which the accommodationcan be found. The bungalow has Shearstone elevations undera pitched clay tile roof whilst the DetachedDouble Garage has Ibstock Golden Multi brickelevations under a double hipped clay tiledroof. An old outbuilding has been replaced tocreate a detached Workshop/Store which hascavity walls, an insulated roof space, powerand light. This exceptional space offerspotential for a number of uses including gamesor craft room, home office or Annexe Potentialsubject to the necessary consents.

There was tremendous attention to detailthroughout the construction process which wascarried out to a very high standard. Ceilingheights throughout the property are 8’6 (2.6m)adding a feeling of light and space to the ac-commodation and all windows with theexception of the patio window are mahogany.Externally the bungalow and outbuilding havebeen designed to require no maintenance togable verges. Possibly requiring some updating, thisproperty is of exceptional build quality and ispresented in very good order throughout. Externally the 3.31 acres of gardens andgrounds are an absolute delight with ourclients having created a wonderful parklandsetting to the rear elevation with wonderfulviews of the surrounding Countryside beyondon all sides. An array of specimen trees worthyof an arboretum including, oaks, maples,hornbeams, malus, alders, chestnuts, hollies,mountain ash and cherries lend colour, interestand texture to the gently sloping rear gardenwhich is a magnet for wildlife and birds.This is a must view property to appreciate itssetting, the quality of build and potential that itpossesses. A real gem, which offers space andversatility for the next owner.

Communication There is a mainline train service to LondonWaterloo and the West Country approximately3.5 miles away in Gillingham. London can bereached by car via the A303/M3 link. Thereare also good road links to the larger conurba-tions of Poole, Bournemouth and the Jurassiccoastline. The towns of Sherborne, Blandford,Shaftesbury and Gillingham are within easydriving distance.

LeisureSurrounded by glorious countryside walkingand riding are high on the agenda for somewhilst there are golf courses at Sherborne,Tollard Royal and Blandford. Clubs andsocieties are available within the village andsurrounding area with most tastes beingcatered for. National Hunt Racing atWincanton and Taunton with Flat Racing atBath and Salisbury.

Education State senior schools are to be found inGillingham, Sherborne, Sturminster Newtonand Shaftesbury. Private schools in the areainclude the Sherborne Schools, Leweston,Bryanston, Port Regis, Hazelgrove, Sandroydand Canford to name but a few.

Directions From the traffic lights at Henstridge proceedtowards Shaftesbury on the A30 and turn leftonto Common Lane, sign posted KingtonMagna and Buckhorn Weston. Continuearound to the right and on into South Streetand at the 4 way junction turn right into FieldLane, sign posted as a no through lane, whereFour Gables will be found on the righthand side.

Spacious Entrance Hall,

Sitting Room with wood

burning stove, Dining Room,

Kitchen, Utility Room,

Master Bedroom with

Ensuite Shower Room,

2 further Double Bedrooms

and Family Bathroom.

Workshop/Store, Detached

Double Garage and

Landscaped Gardens and

Grounds which enjoy a south

westerly aspect.

Accommodation:(Please see floor plan for approximate measurements).

Part Glazed Mahogany Front Door to:

Spacious Entrance Hall: Hatch to loftspace, ceiling lights, triple doors to coathanging and storage cupboards andfurther storage cupboard with doubledoors.

Sitting Room: Triple Aspect with farreaching views and views over the rear garden. Multi fuel stove set on a quarrytiled plinth, radiators and 3 ceiling lights.

Dining Room: Window to the rearelevation with views over the groundsand countryside beyond. Radiator andcentral ceiling light.

Kitchen: Dual Aspect with windows to the front andside elevations. Excellent range of floor standing unitswith complementary wood effect worktops havinginset double drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixertap over. Integrated appliances include an electric hoband under counter electric oven. There is space and fora full height fridge freezer. Grant oil fired condensingboiler, Terrazzo floor tiles, tiled splash backs andfluorescent tube lighting.

Utility Room: Window to the rear elevation. Goodrange of floor standing and wall mounted units withcomplimentary wood effect worktops having insetstainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over. Space andplumbing for washing machine, Terrazzo floor tiles,tiled splash backs and part tiled walls, ceiling light.Part glazed door to Porch and side of the property.

Entrance Hall

Sitting Room

Dining Room

Utility Room

Kitchen

Family Bathroom

Family Bathroom: Opaque glazedwindow to the side elevation. Greysuite consisting of a panelled bath,low level w.c., and pedestal washhand basin. Terrazzo floor tiles andfully tiled bath surround with parttiled walls to the remainder of theroom. Radiator.

Master Bedroom: Dual Aspect withwindows to the Front and Sideelevations. Fitted wardrobe and chestof drawers. Radiator and ceilinglights.

Ensuite Shower Room: Opaqueglazed window to the side elevation.Fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestalwash hand basin and low level w.c.Radiator and Terrazzo floor tiles.

Bedroom 2: Dual Aspect withwindows to the side and rearelevations. Built in wardrobe withdouble doors, radiator and ceilinglights.

Bedroom 3: Dual Aspect withwindow to the side and frontelevations. Radiator and ceilinglights.

Master Bedroom

OutsideThe property is approached from Field Lane (a no through lane) via doubleIroko gates supported on brick and tiled piers. The driveway providesparking for a number of cars in front of the:

Detached Double Garage: With up andover doors to the front a personal door tothe side and windows to the side and rearelevations. Power and light.

Workshop/Store: This impressive DetachedBuilding is 31’ long has Ibstock GoldenMulti brick elevations under a clay tiledroof. It has windows to the front and rearelevations, a tongue and grooved ceilingwhich is insulated, cavity walls, power andlight. This building offers scope for anumber of uses some of which may requireplanning consent. Gardens and Grounds: These are a standout feature of the property and having been

sensitively and lovingly cultivated. To thefront elevation the sweeping areas of lawnare dispersed by three flower and shrubbeds with pathways leading around to thesides and rear of the bungalow.

The main area of the garden to the rear ofthe property is south westerly facing andgently sloping. It is beautiful and yetproductive with an enclosed 76’ by 24’ fruitand vegetable garden providing anabundance of produce for both the table andfreezer. A productive orchard of 21 treesincluding apples, plums damsons, pears,cherry, apricot, quince and Mirabelle (plum).The remainder of the garden has the feel of

an arboretum with a wonderful array ofspecimen and native trees providing colourand interest throughout the seasonsincluding blossoms that continue fromFebruary to June and Red Oaks and Maplesthat provide wonderful colour in theautumn. Scarlet willow, floweringviburnum and holly will carry you throughthe winter months as will the berries whichattract many different species of birds to thegarden which is a magnet for wildlife. A well cared for a much loved home andgarden that is now looking for a buyer toenjoy both the setting and original buildquality it provides.

Double Garage Workshop/Store

Various Views of The Garden

Market Cross, Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 1AN Telephone 01258 830860 email: cslater@abbotandslater.co.uk www.abbotandslater.co.uk

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and substantially correct overall descriptionfor the guidance of intending purchasersand do not constitute part of an offer orcontract. Prospective purchasers and lesseesought to seek their own professional advice.

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Viewing: Strictly by appointment throughAbbot and Slater. Prior to making anappointment to view, the Agents stronglyrecommend that you discuss any particularpoints which are likely to affect your interest inthe property in order that you do not make awasted journey.

All measurements are approximate. Particulars prepared by CDSDesign by Media 4 GraphixPublished by Abbot & Slater © February 2018

Plan for indentification purposes only. Not to Scale.

FLOOR PLAN

GROUND FLOOR

Four Gables

Tenure: Freehold Services: Mains water and Electricity. Private Drainage and Oil Fired Central Heating. Local Authority: North Dorset District Council, Nordon, Salisbury Road, Blandford DT11 7LNTelephone 0345 0344569.Council Tax Band: EAmount payable for the year 2017/2018: £2,128.57. Accompanied Viewings: Strictly by appointment through the agents Abbot and Slater.