Property description
Oaks House is a magnificent family residence offering substantial accommodation extending to around 3200 sq ft in a very private enclave within walking distance of the town centre.
This stunning home features large entrance hall with feature staircase leading to a galleried landing, four spacious principal ground floor reception rooms as well as a conservatory of good proportions (the drawing room alone is 25ft x 14'10ft) with absolutely outstanding views over the Stour and Blackmore Vale from the majority of them.
The first floor comprises a master bedroom with en suite, overlooking the gardens, river and Vale views. There is a second bedroom with similar outlook which is also an en suite. Additionally there are a further three double bedrooms served by a luxury family bathroom.
Within the idyllic grounds there is a detached double garage.
In all about third of an acre.
SituationSturminster Newton is a thriving small market town on the banks of the River Stour with a theatre and community centre, doctors surgery, supermarket, delicatessen/butcher, a fresh fruit and vegetable shop, and any number of individual shops and boutiques, as well as banks, pubs and the Swan Hotel in the market square.
The local schools are excellent and within easy reach; these include St Mary's School, Clayesmore, Port Regis, Sandroyd and many highly regarded local state schools including William Barnes Primary in the town (Rated Good by Ofsted July 2013). The communication links in the area are very good with the A303 to the north providing road access to London & the West and a mainline railway station at Gillingham (9 miles) to London Waterloo.
The County town of Dorchester lies to the south and offers a wide range of facilities. The other towns of note include Blandford Forum, Shaftesbury and Sherborne, whilst the Cathedral City of Salisbury lies to the East.
OutsideSituated in a cul-de-sac located within easy walking distance of the town centre; the property is one of six properties positioned at the head of the close, only three of which take advantage of the spectacular views.
The house is approached via a driveway with high hedge boundaries offering a high degree of privacy; there is plenty of space for both parking and turning in front of the property.
A detached double garage with pitched roof, ideal for storage, side door and key fob remotely operated up and over door.
The rear gardens are terraced; directly leading from the conservatory is a terrace with herbaceous borders and then leading to a formal area of lawn. Steps take you down to a seating area with wooden balustrade overlooking the lower garden; this is the perfect vantage point to enjoy alfresco dining and capture the glorious sunsets.
Further paths and steps take you down to the lower gardens with direct access onto the river walk where you can walk for miles and enjoy the majesty of the Stour. The lower garden has been maintained more as a wildlife habitat rather than a formal garden, and hence requires only occasional strimming and pruning. The entire lower garden is fenced providing contained roaming for both children and pets.
Property Features :
- Five Bedrooms
- Four Reception Rooms
- Large Entrance Hall
- Large Gardens
- Double Garage