Shepherds Walk, West Stafford, DT2

OFFERED WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN. This 3-year-old luxury detached bungalow is situated in the sought-after village of West Stafford and located just two miles from Dorchester. The property was designed, and custom-built for the present owners and offers spacious and versatile accommodation including a sitting room, kitchen/dining room with separate utility room, principle bedroom with en-suite and dressing area, two further bedrooms and family bathroom. The home benefits from a beautifully landscaped front garden with double width driveway leading to the garage, plus enclosed rear garden with cabin/home office and large entertaining patio accessible from three sets of French doors. There is double glazing and underfloor heating throughout (via air-source heat pump) and there is also an electric car charging point. The property has Amtico wood-effect flooring throughout the main living spaces and tiled flooring to the bathroom and ensuite. EPC rating B.

Situation

West Stafford is a village just over 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 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

An entrance door takes you into an enclosed porch with cloaks cupboard. From there, double doors open to the main hallway and secondary hallway which allows access to the majority of rooms. The main hall provides a view of the rear garden via French doors. The sitting room is a good size and features a twin aspect and wood/multi-fuel burner. The kitchen/dining room has been tastefully fitted with an extensive range of wall and base level units, including a pull-out larder cupboard. Integral appliances include a double oven, four-ring hob with extractor fan above and dishwasher. There is solid wood worksurfaces, a display cabinet and dining area with plenty of lighting options. The separate utility room has space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, a further pull-out larder cupboard and additional sink with ample storage.The principle bedroom benefits from a dual aspect with French doors leading directly onto a lovely patio area. The dressing area has fitted wardrobes and there is an en-suite with double width shower, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail. The further two bedrooms enjoy plentiful natural light and there is a large family bathroom with a vanity sink, panel enclosed bath with rain shower and glass screen over and WC. The room is also furnished with a heated towel rail.Externally, the front garden has been extensively landscaped in addition to a smaller lawned area. The enclosed rear garden is accessible via personal gates to both sides of the bungalow. The patio is accessible from three sets of French doors and there is a manageable lawn with hedgerows and willow fenced borders. The south facing cabin/home office provides versatile additional space and features an insulated floor and roof and internet/power.

Agents Notes

Please note Shepherds Walk is a private road. Please note there is an annual charge of ?225.00.

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. Air source heat pump and under floor heating installed.

Local Authorities

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

Viewings

Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers Tel: 01305 340860