Glebeland Close, West Stafford, DT2

Offered for sale, is this desirable and extended bungalow occupying a corner plot in a quiet cul-de-sac of a sought-after Dorset village. Accommodation includes a sitting room, tastefully fitted kitchen/diner and separate utility room, three double bedrooms with an en-suite to the third bedroom and family bathroom. Furthermore, there is an enclosed rear garden, generous front garden and driveway for two/three cars. EPC rating E.

Situation

West Stafford is a village two miles from Dorchester by the river Frome with strong Thomas Hardy connections. St Andrew's church where Tess married, Stafford House, the seat of Lord Julian Fellows who owns most of the surrounding land, an active Village hall, children's play field and notable pub. Talbothays Lodge and cottages, built by Hardy, are a short walk away. There is a chalk stream fishery nearby, a falconry, an organic farm and great walks across the fields and along the river. There are no street lights, shops or public transport. West Stafford has three parish councillors who meet monthly. Biannual parish meetings are arranged in the Village hall for all residents to have a say in local activities. A website https://www.west-stafford.com is active and a newsletter, Oyez, is distributed monthly.

Key Features

Enter to the property s hallway with engineered wood flooring which flows into the sitting room, a rear aspect room with sliding doors to the garden and central multi-fuel stove. The kitchen/diner is a real feature of the home with a light and spacious feel gained via a quadruple aspect. The kitchen has a range of modern wall and base level units with work surface and breakfast bar over. There is a 1 bowl sink and drainer, eye-level oven and grill with a four-ring induction hob. The room is finished with tiled splashback and tiled flooring throughout. A utility room offers further storage, sink and drainer, space for appliances and side door access. The three bedrooms at the property are all double in size, two of which benefit from fitted storage and bedroom three, which is currently utilised as a playroom but offers versatility to be used as either the main bedroom or well-appointed guest suite is accompanied by an en-suite shower room. The family bathroom is furnished with a suite consisting of a panel-enclosed bath, corner shower cubicle, WC and wash basin. Externally, the property sits on a good size corner plot with gardens to the front and rear. The rear garden is a south facing, enclosed garden laid to lawn and areas of patio. The driveway offers parking for two to three cars.

Flood Risk

Surface Water - Very Low RiskRivers and the Sea - Very Low Riskhttps://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/risk#

Services

Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating fired by Calor gas bottles.

Local Authorities

Dorset CouncilCounty HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJTel: 01305 211970We are advised that the council tax band is D.

Viewings

Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers