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Front Street, East Stour, Gillingham

PROPERTY TYPE

Cottage

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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Description

Nestled in the picturesque rural village of East Stour, this charming 3 bedroom detached period cottage on Front Street is a true gem waiting to be discovered, conveniently located near the towns of Gillingham and Shaftesbury. The property boasts a delightful double car port, a fenced and walled garden adorned with lush green lawns, trees, and shrubs, creating a serene outdoor space perfect for relaxation and entertaining. EPC Band:- TBC

Description - Nestled in the picturesque rural village of East Stour, this charming 3 bedroom detached period cottage on Front Street is a true gem waiting to be discovered. The property boasts double glazing, oil fired central heating, a delightful double car port, a fenced and walled garden adorned with lush green lawns, trees, and shrubs, creating a serene outdoor space perfect for relaxation and entertaining.
As you step inside you are greeted by a hallway with stairs to the first floor and doors to:- a good sized kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a range of floor and wall units including a Range Cooker with cooker hood above, integrated fridge, plumbing for dish washer, understairs cupboard, vinyl flooring and double glazed door to:- a double aspect utility room with door to the garden; a double aspect sitting room featuring a stone open fireplace, adding character and warmth to the space. To complete the layout on this floor is a cloak/shower room. The landing on the first floor leads to all bedrooms and a family bathroom. Bedroom one is a well proportioned, light an airy room with built in wardrobe; bedroom 2 and 3 are both good sized double bedrooms. The family bathroom is fully tiled and is fitted with a white suite comprising:- panelled bath with chrome mixer tap shower attachment, pedestal wash basin, low level WC and an airing cupboard.
Conveniently located near the towns of Gillingham and Shaftesbury, this property offers the best of both worlds - a tranquil village setting with easy access to amenities and transport links. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a cosy home to make your own, this cottage on Front Street is sure to capture your heart.

Outside - The easy maintenance front garden is laid to lawn under a large stone boundary wall.
There is a 5 bar gate that opens onto the rear of the property which leads to a large gravelled parking area providing space for several vehicles along with a timber double carport. There's a generous sized enclosed fenced and walled rear garden which is predominantly laid to lawn with trees, shrubs, a patio area and views over stunning countryside.

Location - East Stour is a popular residential village located approximately 3 miles from Gillingham, 5 miles from the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury and 6 miles from Sturminster Newton. The village has a highly regarded Farm Shop / Restaurant, an active village hall with adjoining recreation ground, 2 pubs and parish church. A primary school is available at nearby Woodville and a main line station in Gillingham (Exeter ~ Waterloo).

Additional Information - Services: Mains Water, Oil, Electricity & Drainage.
Council Authority: Dorset Council ~ Council Tax Band: E
Caution: NB All services and fittings mentioned in these particulars have NOT been tested and hence we cannot confirm that they are in working order.
Energy Performance Certificate: Rated: E

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Front Street, East Stour, Gillingham
COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: E
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Covered
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Front Street, East Stour, Gillingham

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  • Gillingham (Dorset) Station1.9 miles
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About Chaffers Estate Agents Ltd, Gillingham

6 The Centre, High Street, Gillingham, SP8 4AB
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Chaffers Estate Agents have offices prominently located in Gillingham, Sturminster Newton and Shaftesbury covering North Dorset, South West Wiltshire and South East Somerset in the South of England.

The company was first founded in 1990 and the name was taken from an Old English word meaning to "negotiate" or "trade". Chaffers Estate Agents now have three offices in prominent positions in Gillingham, Shaftesbury and Sturminster Newton and we pride ourselves on being a friendly yet ambitious company. The company is now one of the leading independent estate agencies in the area with departments in residential sales, lettings, commercial and surveys.

As a company we offer a wealth of experience, we have developed an extensive knowledge of the local property market enabling us to offer a wide-ranging service that is both thorough and professional. We are committed to providing our customers (whether property sellers, buyers, developers etc.) with individual high-quality advice based on the wealth of experience of our local dedicated sales team.

With all the traditional values you would expect from a well-established independent firm combined with the latest innovations and technology allowing us access to the wider national market via the internet, we offer a modern quality service to our customers.

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