LOCATION Set in the tranquil hamlet of Crendell (near an ANOB and International Dark Sky Reserve, with nearby Alderholt's amenities including a convenience store, a sports and social club and a recreation ground. Fordingbridge hosts local services - shopping, a library and a medical centre, with infants and junior schooling. Whilst Cranborne has a pub, restaurant, schools a, garden centre, post office and Drs. A wider range of facilities lie in Ringwood, Blandford, and the cathedral city of Salisbury, which has a station with train services into London, Cardiff, Exeter and Southampton.

The A36, A338, A30 and the M27 provide links to the wider road network and to Southampton Airport for travel further afield. Well-regarded schooling in the vicinity includes Salisbury Cathedral School, Chafyn Grove and Godolphin School, as well as Bishop Wordsworth and South Wilts Grammar Schools

THE PROPERTY Occupying a tranquil rural position within five-miles of the Fordingbridge and with excellent access to surrounding countryside walks is this three-bedroom semi-detached family home. The accommodation has been meticulously updated throughout, and offers a range of versatile spaces with scope to cater to prospective buyer's requirements.

The ground floor comprises a bright and welcoming entrance hall, the homely sitting room with central redbrick fireplace housing a wood burner, a kitchen with integrated appliances and adjoining dining room. The he kitchen (accessed via the lounge) is a particular feature of this property. With a comprehensive range of matching base and eye level units, quartz work surfaces, a Belfast sink and inset drainer. The integrated appliances include fridge freezer, dishwasher and a SMEG induction range cooker (which is available by separate negotiation).
The ground floor has an additional reception room with bi-folding door overlooking the beautiful rear garden. There is also a practical utility room, and a convenient shower room. The modern downstairs shower room comprises a three piece suite which includes a large walk in shower, WC and wash basin. There is also a large airing cupboard which houses the hot water cylinder.

Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, with a dressing area to the main bedroom with fitted wardrobes. All the bedrooms are served by the family bathroom with roll top bath centrepiece. The family bathroom has a three piece suite including a bath, WC and hand basin.

MEASUREMENTS Sitting Room - 4.97m (16'4) x 3.29m (10'10)

2nd Reception Room - 5.18m (17') x 2.81m (9'3)

Dining Room - 3.71m (12'2) x 3.45m (11'4)

Kitchen - 8.03m (26'4) x 2.03m (6'8)

Utility Room - 2.29m (7'6) x 2.13m (7')

Downstairs Shower Room -2.81m (9'3) x 2.01m (6'7)

Bedroom 1 - 5.19m (17'0) x 2.72m (8'11)

Bedroom 2 - 3.6m (11'10) x 3.4m (11'2)

Bedroom 3 - 3.32m (10'11) x 2.46m (8'1)

Bathroom - 3.57m (11'9) x 1.69m (5'7)


OUTSIDE Leading to the outside of the property. The property is approached via a gravel drive with two parking spaces leading to a car port with an additional parking space. At the rear of the car park is an attached large shed/storage area with eaved storage and covered log store.

The well maintained gardens surround the cottage on three elevations which include a raised patio area providing views over the neighbouring countryside at the rear of the of the property.

The front garden has a small vegetable patch, flower borders and a heated above ground pool (available by separate negotiation) which is securely fenced. The side garden is fenced with lawn with mature shrub borders.

The SOUTH facing rear garden is simply stunning with beautiful views across open fields. From the rear of the property there is a large patio area which makes the perfect spot for a morning coffee, evening glass of wine and BBQs.

The remaining garden is mainly laid to lawn with attractive flora and shrub boarders, with an additional large patio area for outdoor dining overlooking the field beyond and the Cranborne forest. The whole garden is dog proof with timber fencing and planted borders.


VIEWINGS The property would make a great home, or second home and one that definitely should not be overlooked.
Viewings are seen as essential so please call Carter & May today.