Bluntshay Lane, Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport

A fine and substantial detached country house in a very peaceful and secluded setting. Council tax band G. Grade II listed.

The Property - Plenty House is a fine and substantial detached country house, in a very peaceful and private rural setting within the Marshwood Vale on the outskirts of Whitchurch Canonicorum. It is understood to date back to the 18th century, with later additions in the 19th century, having colour-washed rendered elevations under a slate roof. The property is listed grade 2, of architectural or historic importance.

The house has been under the current long ownership since 1981 and over the years a whole number of improvements and alterations have been carried out. The accommodation is well proportioned and arranged over three floors with numerous classic features including a fine staircase, stripped pine doors, sash windows, fireplaces and flagstone floors. There are lovely views over the gardens and grounds and the surrounding countryside and hills.

The extensive gardens and grounds are also a further feature together with a self-contained flat and extensive outbuildings.

The accommodation extends to:

The House - Ground floor - Entrance hall, large reception/big hall, sitting room, dining room, third reception/playroom, office, cloakroom, kitchen/breakfast room, utility/boot room

First floor -Landing, four bedrooms, bathroom, separate WC

Second floor -Landing, bedroom with en-suite bathroom, bedroom, attic bedroom, shower room

Self-Contained Flat - Living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom.

Outside - Plenty House is well screened from the lane and approached over a long gravel driveway leading to a courtyard with a large group of buildings – stone stable, two garages and stone outbuildings.

There are extensive gardens and grounds together with an outdoor swimming pool and the balance divided into paddocks for grazing.

Situation - Enjoying a wonderful country setting on the edge of the pretty village of Whitchurch Canonicorum, which lies on the southern side of the beautiful Marshwood Vale. It has a thriving community and facilities include a church, public house and a village hall. The surrounding countryside is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The stunning World Heritage Coast and Golden Cap Estate are both within only a few miles.

The thriving market town of Bridport, the delightful coastal village of Charmouth and historic coastal town of Lyme Regis are all within easy reach.

The village has a pre-school and there are excellent primary and secondary schools very nearby, including Colyton Grammar School.

Services - Mains electricity and water (there is also a well). Septic tank drainage. The house has a modern wood pellet heating system.
Broadband - Standard up to 21Mbps.
Mobile phone service providers available are O2 and Vodafone for voice and data services inside and outside in addition to EE and Three for voice and data services outside.
(Broadband and mobile phone information taken from Ofcom website Results are predictions and not a guarantee. Actual services available may be different from results and may be affected by network outages).

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with Stags Bridport.

Directions - From Bridport join the A35 west to Morecombelake, turn right opposite Felicity’s Farm Shop, signed Ryall. On entering Whitchurch Canonicorum turn right, opposite the public house, into Bluntshay Lane. Plenty House is located after about 0.4 mile, on the left.