Rowden Mill Lane, Stourton Caundle, Sturminster Newton, DT10

Constructed of brick under a tiled roof, Mill End is a particularly bright and versatile detached home, surrounded by delightful gardens on a quiet lane in the much sought after village of Stourton Caundle. Of particular note is the fantastically spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/conservatory to the rear of the house. It is a wonderful space which draws you into the heart of this home. The recently fitted conservatory with self-cleaning glass and electric roof windows, runs along the back of the house allowing natural light to flood in and adding another dimension. An ideal space equally suited for day-to-day living as it is for entertaining, this conservatory room opens out onto the terrace and garden which gives the property a real sense of indoor/outdoor harmony. The modern fitted kitchen has a good range of neutral wall and base units under an impressive worktop incorporating integrated Miele appliances (washing machine, dryer and dishwasher) and Belling double oven (black) with induction hob, ''Insinkerator' boiling water tap (1kw/3litres), Kinetico water-softener and American style fridge/freezer (white). Off the entrance hall is an additional separate sitting room with dual aspect windows, wooden floors and electric fire with stone surround. There are four excellent sized bedrooms, the principal of which has built-in cupboards and an ensuite shower room. The three further bedrooms also have the use of a family bathroom with a bathtub and overhead shower. GARDENS AND OUTBUILDINGS Mill End is approached from Rowden Mill Lane in the heart of this thriving Dorset village. The driveway comfortably allows parking for several cars, in front of a large double garage which also provides some very useful additional storage. A real highlight of this property are the dual aspect views across the fields and remarkably private gardens which are well stocked with a variety of flowering borders, evergreen laurel hedging, mature shrubs and a variety of trees providing year round interest and colour. In addition, a wonderful summerhouse provides an excellent space for entertaining in all weather and is a delightful alternative spot for al fresco dining and enjoying the evening sun. An additional timber outbuilding (with swallow box) can be found beyond the summerhouse. The lasting impression is of a wonderfully practical home that is peaceful, incredibly private, notably bright and in a most sought after village location. There is no onward chain. LOCATION Stourton Caundle lies in the heart of the Blackmore Vale and is a pretty village tucked away from main roads. This wonderful landscape, which has changed little for centuries, comprises mainly of dairy farms and thus the area is predominantly grassland, broken up with hedges and small woodland coverts. This gently undulating landscape is well known for its beauty and was immortalised by Thomas Hardy in his Wessex novels, since which time it has remained unspoilt. To the south, the Dorset Downs rise up with the majestic heights of Bulbarrow and High Stoy in the distance. The heart of the village, which is a Conservation Area, embraces mainly period stone houses and cottages and has a public house, The Trooper Inn. The nearby small town of Stalbridge retains its timeless character and offers various local amenities and accommodation. At Bishops Caundle (2 miles), you will also find a post office/stores, service station and a primary school. The pretty town of Sherborne, renowned for its Abbey, schools and two castles, is approximately 6 miles away and offers a range of traditional shops, boutiques and supermarkets. Other accessible towns in the area include Blandford, Sturminster Newton, Shaftesbury, Yeovil, Dorchester and Wincanton. Communications to this part of the world have improved markedly in recent years with the upgrading of the A303, to the M3 and London. To the north of the village, the A30 gives access to Shaftesbury and Salisbury and there are main line railway stations in Sherborne and Templecombe, serving London Waterloo in a little over two hours. SPORTING AND RECREATION 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, cycling and riding. Water sports can be found at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (near Yeovil) or on the south coast and racing at Wincanton, Taunton, Bath or Exeter. Golf at various courses including Yeovil, Sherborne, Wheathill or Long Sutton. EDUCATION The area is particularly noted for the high quality of schools for children of all ages with Sherborne Prep, Perrott Hill, Hazlegrove Prep, Port Regis, Sherborne Boys' and Sherborne Girls' all within easy reach. The Gryphon secondary school is also highly rated and very easily accessible.