North Road, Sherborne, DT9

The Beeches is an excellent detached house of brick elevations under a tiled roof constructed around 35 years ago. The property offers elegant, yet homely and welcoming accommodation, which is well planned and spacious with plenty of light. The house, which is set over 2 floors, is fully double glazed and is beautifully presented throughout. The front door opens to the entrance hall off which are the downstairs rooms including a west facing snug/study with fitted shelving and cupboards. Adjacent is the discreet cloakroom and opposite, is the elegant sitting room with rear window overlooking the garden and sliding doors to a sheltered terrace. A central fireplace with inset gas fire provides a focal point and ensures a cosy atmosphere. Glazed doors lead to the dining room, which has sliding doors to the garden. Following on is the well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room with a range of cream base and wall units with dishwasher, 1½ bowl stainless-steel sink, ceramic hob with extractor over, and an eye level microwave and oven with warming drawer below. There is room for a breakfast table and chairs, plus there is an American style fridge freezer and a substantial wine cooler. A door leads to the utility room with stainless steel sink and fitted units below, plus a Bosch washing machine, a tumble dryer and a wall mounted Glow Worm gas boiler. Fitted timber shelving with cupboards below provide extra storage. Doors open both to the garden and to the integral double garage. Stairs rise to the first-floor landing, off which are 4 double bedrooms, the family bathroom and a generous airing cupboard. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, with fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. The 2 rear facing bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. The 4th bedroom, currently used as a study, has fitted bookshelves. The property, which is set well back from the road, is approached via double iron gates which lead to a substantial gravelled turning and parking area plus the integral double garage with twin up and over doors, one being electric. OUTSIDE The attractive east facing rear garden with a clear south facing aspect is an enjoyable retreat and is bordered by close boarded fencing and a low stone wall, affording a good degree of privacy. The garden is mostly laid to lawn with a varied selection of mature shrubs and richly planted flowering borders, which provide colour and cover for much of the year. A Holm Oak and Cypress give form and shade. Immediately abutting the rear of the house is a paved terrace accessed from both the sitting room and dining room, providing the perfect sheltered spot for some alfresco dining. There is side access from both sides of the house, secured by timber gates. The front garden is well stocked with a good selection of shrubs, bushes and trees. There is outside lighting, tap and power sockets. The lasting impression is of a charming, well designed and eminently practical house in an excellent location within a short walk of all the town's amenities. There is no onward chain. SITUATION Dominated by its ancient Abbey and school, Sherborne is arguably the most attractive town in Dorset. Numerous musical and cultural events occur throughout the year and there is a superb range of traditional shops and boutiques. The two castles--one of which was home to Sir Walter Raleigh-- reflect the historic nature of the town, the centre of which is designated a Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to preserve its special character. West Dorset is well known for its unspoilt landscape and there are many pretty villages and countryside walks nearby. The Jurassic Coast is a mere twenty miles away at Weymouth. This stretch of coastline, from Portland to Lyme Regis, with its spectacular cliffs, has recently been designated a World Heritage Site. Communications to this part of the country are excellent. From Sherborne there is a regular train service to Waterloo in about 2 hours 25 minutes; the station is within walking distance. The A303 (linking with the M3) is a dual carriageway almost the whole way to the M3, thus putting London within a reasonable drive. The area is well known for its beauty and there is a network of bridleways and footpaths which cross the countryside, making it ideal for walking, bicycling, and riding. Water sports at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (near Yeovil) or on the south coast. Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath, or Exeter. Golf at various courses including Yeovil, Sherborne, and Dorchester. There are well regarded independent schools in the area, with Leweston, Sherborne Boys' and Girls' Schools, Sherborne Prep, Perrott Hill, Hazelgrove and Millfield all within easy reach. The Gryphon secondary school is highly rated and is close by.