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5 bed House - detached
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Contact:
01308 428000
BR/BA:
5 BR, 2 BA
Location:
Bridport, Dorset
Description:
A substantial Georgian former rectory in the heart of this sought after village. Self- contained one bedroom annexe. Dual aspect drawing room and sitting room. Kitchen/ breakfast room with aga, utility. Dining room, study. 5 bedrooms, family bathroom and 2 cloakrooms. Mature gardens and ample parking and double garage.
SITUATION AND AMENITIES
Shutes House is nestled in a pretty valley in the unspoilt village of Symondsbury just east of the iconic Colmers Hill which can clearly be seen from the property. This sought after village is predominantly of period properties that benefit from a highly accredited primary school, an artisan pottery, a welcoming local pub and a charming village church; all in the heart of the village. There are many pretty walks and bridleways near the property from which to explore this lovely part of West Dorset which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby town of Bridport has a twice weekly market as well as regular farmers and vintage markets and offers a range of quirky and artisan local shops. The town has a thriving music, arts and literary community, hosting the renowned Bridport Literary Festival and offering a wealth of artistic events to add to the diary. Bridports mainstream amenities include restaurants and hotels, a cinema and leisure centre, supermarkets, a museum, a health centre and a number of excellent primary schools and secondary schooling. Bridport has good access to the famous Jurassic Coast from the pretty harbour of West Bay with its assortment of pubs and restaurants not to mention the breathtaking coastal path. There are a variety of excellent beaches to cater for all tastes in the area, whether it be bathing, a spot of fishing, rock pooling or a fossil hunt. Dorchester is 16 miles away and offers a wider range of amenities and shops with a main line connection to London Waterloo and the whole area is well catered for with regards to road links to London and farther west.
DESCRIPTION
This charming Georgian residence is of stone and rendered elevations beneath a slate roof, benefiting from period additions over the years that have added charm and character as well as added accommodation. Shutes house was formally the Church Rectory believed to have dated back to the18th Century. The property is laid out over three floors which include; a lovely dual, aspect drawing room, a relaxed sitting room, a spacious kitchen/breakfast room with Aga, adjoining utility and downstairs shower room, dining room and study; all on the ground floor. The first floor houses three double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a handy separate cloakroom. Two further bedrooms and the loft space can be found on the second floor. One of the property's main feature is the Colonial veranda which runs along the front elevation. Some other charming character features are the flagstone flooring in the inner hall, some beautiful sash windows and the well proportioned rooms.
Shutes house also boasts a self contained one bedroom annexe, formally the stables. This houses a downstairs bathroom and utility, a first floor open plan living space and dual aspect bedroom.
OUTSIDE
The mature gardens are located to the front, rear and side of the house and comprise sweeping lawns, well stocked shrubs and borders and a variety of mature specimen trees. A stone terrace lies to the front of the veranda offering a sheltered spot to enjoy the tranquillity of the grounds. A kitchen garden with soft fruit and a small orchard with pears, apples and greengages lie beyond.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment only through Bridport Stags. Call 01308 428000
SERVICES
Mains Water, mains electricity, oil fired central heating to the majority of the main house, not including the 2nd floor and the annexe.
DIRECTIONAL NOTE
From our Bridport office proceed towards the traffic lights at the town hall, turning left on to West Street and continuing over the two mini roundabouts and out towards the A35 bypass. Take the second turning towards Symondsbury passing the Illchester Arms and the school and continuing onto Shutes Lane. Shutes House can be found directly on the right hand side.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
West Dorset District Council
Stratton House
58-60 High West Street
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1UZ
01305 251010
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Property Type:
Single-Family Houses
Amenities:
Parking
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Phone:
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