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House in Dorset in Dorchester

Perfect for exploring beautiful Dorset, this wonderful house nestles on the edge of the conservation village of Melbury Osmond. Deep in the heart of Hardy Country, this charming detached property is an ideal spot for guests who are looking to explore the local area which is abundant with pretty villages and towns, the Jurassic Coast, plenty of beaches and sheltered coves which are all within a short drive.

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Perfect for exploring beautiful Dorset, this wonderful house nestles on the edge of the conservation village of Melbury Osmond.

Deep in the heart of Hardy Country, this charming detached property is an ideal spot for guests who are looking to explore the local area which is abundant with pretty villages and towns, the Jurassic Coast, plenty of beaches and sheltered coves which are all within a short drive. With easy access to the A37, there are also a wealth of other attractions to suit all tastes. Locally there are walks including through Melbury Park to the neighbouring village of Evershot with pub and shop. There are many Thomas Hardy locations (his mother was born and married in the village), Sherborne with its abbey and two castles, Montacute House, Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm museum, Haynes Motor Museum, the Cerne Giant and on the coast Abbotsbury, West Bay and Bridport, Weymouth and Lyme Regis. For more energetic activities, sailing is available on the nearby reservoir and golf enthusiasts can try out one of the nearby golf clubs in Yeovil or Sherborne. Visitors can use the tennis and boules court in the village. On entering this fantastic house, a welcoming entrance hall leads into the bright and inviting triple aspect lounge. With an open fire, TV/DVD and French doors opening onto the garden, this is a beautiful room to relax in. From the lounge, double doors lead into the elegant dining room, which offers a charming view over the garden and is perfect for sitting down for a special meal. Heading into the kitchen/diner, the kitchen area is equipped with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, TV and a kitchen table ideal for breakfast or supper. The kitchen leads to the useful utility room which has a washing machine, sink, a stable door leading to the garden and a door leading to the garage where you will find the freezer. Exploring further on the ground floor, you will find a delightful snug, which is furnished with a desk, seating, a TV/DVD and a selection of books. The garage houses a games room with a table tennis table and there is a separate WC on the ground floor too. Moving upstairs you will find four spacious bedrooms. There are two double rooms, one with an en suite shower room. Also there is a twin room and a single room which has an additional pull out guest bed. Completing the first floor is a bathroom with a bath and shower attachment, separate shower cubicle and a WC. Stepping outside, you will find a large, fully enclosed garden, mainly laid to lawn, with a covered decked patio area, garden furniture and BBQ which is ideal for enjoying an evening drink or dining al fresco. Ample off road parking is available in the driveway. Need to know: 4 bedrooms on the first floor 1 double with en suite shower room, 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single (with additional pull out guest bed stored underneath). Sleeps 7 1. 1 en suite shower room with WC; 1 bathroom with bath and shower attachment, separate shower cubicle and WC; 1 separate WC on the ground floor. Kitchen electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge and TV. Utility room with washing machine. Garage with freezer. Open fire first basket of logs included. Separate dining room. TV/DVD in lounge; TV/DVD in snug; TV in kitchen/diner. Selection of books and games available. Games room, with table tennis, situated in garage. Electric and central heating included. Wi Fi included. 2 dogs welcome (must be kept downstairs, stairgate provided). Fully enclosed garden with covered decked patio area with garden furniture and BBQ. Ample off road parking. Visitors can use the tennis and boules court in the village. Sailing (reservoir) and golf are also available nearby. Beaches 18 miles, pubs and shops 3 miles.

7-Day Forecast

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Mon 25th Light rain 11°C 6°C 20mph 0.5mm 1,002mb
Tue 26th Light rain 9°C 5°C 17mph 1.7mm 1,016mb
Wed 27th Moderate rain 6°C 2°C 18mph 6.7mm 1,016mb
Thu 28th Light rain 7°C 2°C 11mph 0.2mm 1,026mb
Fri 29th Scattered clouds 9°C 7°C 17mph 0.0mm 1,025mb
Sat 30th Overcast clouds 9°C 6°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,022mb
Sun 1st Overcast clouds 8°C 6°C 15mph 0.0mm 1,018mb

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