Double glazing Central heating

The Old Chapel

Location:
Thornford, Dorset

No. of Bedrooms: 2 / 3
No. of Reception Rooms: 1
No. of Bathrooms / W/C’s 3

Guide Price: £249,000

Property Details

From the moment you enter this unique converted property the programme ‘Grand Designs’ comes to mind, no expense has been spared to create a stunning contemporary conversion over three floors, with part open plan living, giving it the ‘Wow’ factor in every way.

This property is presented with the highest quality interior, having been designed professionally by an architect and created by two professional carpenters and joiners, with nearly 50 years experience between them. The property is ideal for modern living and is set in the picturesque village of Thornford, Dorset, nestled amongst old stone and thatched period cottages. Thornford village has the following amenities; Primary School, C of E Church, Post Office, Shop, Public House, Doctors Surgery, Veterinary Practice, Recreational Ground, Village Green, Garage, and Cricket Club, and is just a stones throw from Sherborne with its new and old castles and well-known private schools.

Step inside through a pair of arched doors into the hall way with Utility Room to your right and downstairs Cloakroom to your left. Next, open a pair of maple doors into the Living area, which is just less than 20’ x 20’ feet, you will immediately see and feel the space and quality, with a solid maple hardwood polished floor with under floor heating, arched windows, impressive high ceiling and wall lighting which are handmade, and not forgetting the stunning spiral staircase, with its stainless steel handrails and glass / stainless steel balustrade. On rising up to the first floor you arrive at the designer Kitchen / Breakfast area. The Kitchen boasts soft close doors and drawers, low voltage lighting to ceiling and plinths with under wall unit lighting. It also comprises of integrated dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer with oven, hob and extractor. Making your way around the galleried landing to the Dining area or Study / 3rd Bedroom, with arched windows, flush fitted lighting and plenty of sockets for your use.

Gazing down from the galleried area onto your living space below is truly a sight to see. Looking around you appreciate the space and the natural light. If you can take yourself away and make your way up to the second floor you will arrive at the centre of a circular landing. The Main Bedroom and en-suite is to your left. You will notice the recessed ceiling with flush fitted lights, two velux windows with views across the village, open the door into the en-suite, consisting of bath, toilet, wash hand basin, and the walls tiled from floor to ceiling, the en-suite also has slate flooring.

Exit the Main Bedroom and across the landing enter the Bathroom, step onto the slate flooring with the walls tiled from floor to ceiling, with the latest digital power shower, bath, toilet and wash basin.


From the comfortably sized second Bedroom with views across the countryside this property will make a fabulous home for a professional couple, or as a second home for someone who wishes to enjoy this breathtaking part of Dorset, without the commitment or the upkeep of a garden. This property is fully carpeted, and has the latest discreet fire sprinkler system in every room.

As well as the above amenities in the village it also has a railway station (Thornford to Bristol and Weymouth). Sherborne railway station (direct link to London Waterloo). Bournemouth and Exeter Airports (1 to 1½ hrs drive). The M5 and A303 are within 35 minutes drive. The village is sited on the southern edge of the Yeo Valley, and is within a Conservation Area, and above the flood plain of the River Yeo.

It has vacant possession, is freehold with no forward chain, and is ready to be occupied.

ACCOMMODATION
(All sizes approximate)

ENTRANCE HALL

CLOAKROOM

UTILITY ROOM

LIVING AREA 21’11” (6.68m) max 19’2” (5.84m) min x 19’11” (6.07m) max 19’3” (5.87m) min.

KITCHEN / BREAKFAST AREA 19’ x 3’11” (5.8m x 1.2m).

DINING / STUDY / 3RD BEDROOM 20’4” x 6’2” (6.2m x 1.88m).

SECOND FLOOR LANDING

FAMILY BATHROOM

MASTER BEDROOM (Sloping ceilings) 11’8” (3.56m) x 10’11” (3.33m).

ENSUITE

BEDROOM 2 (Recessed ceiling) 6’8” (2.03m x 9’10” (3m).