Cottage for sale in Sturminster Newton DT10, 2 Bedroom

Tackers End is a charming detached 2 double bedroom period ‘Victorian Rock Faced Villa’ C1880’s, built of local natural stone under a clay tiled roof.
The cottage has been lovingly restored and much improved and maintained to an exceptionally high standard by the present owners to create a comfortable and spacious character home, retaining period features including cosy open fire with wood burning stove, oak floors, exposed beams and incorporating a beautiful oak kitchen, 2 reception rooms, home office/study, luxury bathroom and 2 W.C’s.
Enjoying a pleasant location in the heart of this popular and favoured North Dorset village of Marnhull with enclosed cottage gardens, parking and attached garage/workshop.
An early viewing is recommended to secure this beautiful village home.

Approached from Sackmore Lane via wrought iron latch gate, winding brick pathway runs alongside cottage garden to:

Entrance: Outside lantern, bell push. Painted 1/2 panelled timber front door with obscure glazed top panel.

Hallway: Spacious reception area, terracotta floor tiles, panel radiator, solid oak staircase, useful under stairs recess.

Sitting room: 11’ X 12’ Nicely proportioned character room, good ceiling heights, chimney breast with feature fireplace of mellow brick with decorative oak surround, inset wood burning stove creates cosy focal point, fireside alcoves, power points, TV aerial point, panel radiator, double glazed window, sunny aspect with pleasant outlook over front garden.

Snug/study: 14’ X 7’ A useful room, bright and airy, dual aspect, panel radiator, ample power points, double glazed casement windows.

Dining room/family room: 12’ X 19’
Wonderful character room being nicely proportioned with good ceiling heights and period beams, chimney breast with fireside alcoves, wall lights to return wall, attractive feature fireplace with tiled hearth, inset multi fuel burner creates a cosy focal point, inset shelving, double glazed casement window, panel radiator, power points, ample space for dining table and chairs.

Kitchen: 22’ X 7’ Bright and attractive character room well equipped and fitted with an extensive range of oak floor and wall cupboards with matching draws and trim, glass display cabinets, roll edge work tops and counter, inset china clay sink and drainer with swan neck taps, ceramic tile splash backs, space for range cooker, ample power points, double glazed casement windows, exposed beam, inset ceiling spotlights, panel radiator, space for under counter appliances, UPVC double glazed barn door with obscure glass panel leads to rear garden.

Inner lobby/utility area: Wall hung ‘Ideal’ gas central heating boiler, space and plumbing for appliances, terracotta floor tiles, panel radiator, personal door to garage/workshop.

Downstairs cloakroon: White suite comprising low level w.C, pedestal wash hand basin, ceramic tiled splash back, terracotta floor tiles, panel radiator, obscure double glazed window, extractor fan.

Staircase: Solid oak return stairs rise to:

Landing: Solid oak banister post and handrail, panel radiator, double glazed casement window, vaulted ceiling with loft access storage cupboards.

Bedroom 1: 12’ X 10’ Nicely proportioned room with good ceiling heights, power points, panel radiator, double glazed casement window enjoys a pleasant outlook onto front gardens and countryside beyond.

Bedroom 2: 12’ X 11’ Bright ample room, nicely proportioned with good ceiling height, panel radiator, dual aspect double glazed windows enjoying pleasant outlook over front garden and countryside beyond.

Family bathroom: Modern ‘cottage’ style suite in classic white comprising of ceramic bath with painted side panel, telephone style mixer tap with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C, separate tiled shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiles, shaver point, obscure double glazed window, panel radiator.

Outside: The gardens are an attractive and delightful feature being of a good but manageable size and lying to the front and rear of the property with side access. Having

been beautifully maintained by the present owners the gardens are laid out in traditional cottage style, predominantly laid to lawn with well stocked flower beds and boarders planted with a variety of established flowering plants
and shrubs. Useful wooden shed, with water
butt. Enjoying a private and enclosed position with a wooden pergola with raised brick terrace ideal for relaxing or eating Al fresco. Outside tap.

Garage/workshop: Useful storage, ample power points, outside tap, florescent strip lighting, double wooden doors lead out onto an area of hard standing providing off road parking.

Council Tax Band: D
EPC rating: E
Property M²: 105

tenure: Freehold

viewing: Strictly by appointment through the agents.