Welcome to Stonechat, a beautiful Grade II listed Purbeck stone cottage situated in the heart of the village. With three bedrooms, immaculately presented accommodation with many character features and designated parking nearby, just a stone’s throw away from the castle.
Stepping through the front door, you are welcomed into the flagstone hall with plenty of coat hanging and space for shoes. A part glazed door leads to the utility room with washer and drier, expansive airing cupboard and door to a generous WC and shower room.
The hall flows into the front reception with huge historic fireplace paying homage to the property’s heritage, a perfect place to relax with a good book or to use as extra entertainment space. Understairs storage with pretty lighting provides the perfect wine store.
The beautiful flagstone flooring continues down a couple of steps into the cosy sitting room with small log burner, another beautifully presented room, a perfect hub for entertaining family and friends or relaxing after a long day. The huge surprise of the cottage lies beyond as you enter the magnificent barn conversion kitchen and dining room. This is a beautifully light and spacious area with vaulted ceiling, original beams, exposed Purbeck stone feature walls and skylights, and is bathed in natural light throughout the day.
At the far end of the room, the dining area is bright and spacious with plenty of room for an eight seater dining table and chairs. The French window beyond leads to the pretty patio and garden.
An extension to the side of the dining area provides a large space for a comfy sofa with plenty of cupboard space – an ideal spot for a TV/ play area.The kitchen is fully fitted with modern base and eye level cupboards, range cooker with five ring gas hob, side by side American style fridge freezer with water and ice dispenser, integral dishwasher and dual Belfast sink. A breakfast bar further enhances the space, an ideal spot to enjoy coffee in the morning whilst gazing out over the Purbeck hills.
Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms, a good-sized single and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is a large and pretty room with fitted wardrobes, bedroom two is another generous double room with large fitted wardrobe and bedroom three has plenty of space for a single bed and desk, with good size wardrobe/storage cupboard.
The family bathroom is equipped with bath with shower over, WC, vanity unit with integral basin and heated towel rail and a pretty window with stunning views across the Purbeck hills.
Outside, the property boasts a beautiful and well stocked upper garden with dramatic views of the nearby castle and the tower of the village church. Here there is a pretty brick built shed/store room and also a lovely sunroom, the perfect spot to enjoy a sun-downer as you watch the sun set over the hills.
A small cottage gate leads to the extensive lower garden with wild flower meadows on either side of a grass path leading down to the home office which is complete with heating and WIFI. Working from home could not be lovelier!
This cottage has been lovingly modernised whilst retaining its original charm and characterful features. With contemporary fixtures and fittings, this home offers stylish living with the added benefit of designated parking a few minutes’ walk away. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fine residence in the heart of the village and viewing is highly recommended.
