| Status: | Sold STC(M) |
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| Tenure: | freehold |
Full description
This outstanding property comprises a substantial historic 17th Century country house which stands in superb grounds of approximately 4.225 acres (1.71 hectares) together with 6 superior holiday cottages. Upton Farm and Cottages, originally a series of barns, have been converted to an exceptionally high standard during recent years resulting in a most attractive character dwelling set around a gravel courtyard and totally unspoilt countryside. The holiday cottages are furnished with a mix of antique and contemporary furnishings which blend beautifully throughout. There is a further opportunity to increase the business as there are two paddocks which could be offered for camping and caravanning subject to consent, one of which has an independent road access. In addition, a further field and outbuilding may be rented for £10pa with an option to purchase for £100,000 within the next two years. The properties offer many superior features which include
EXPOSED NATURAL STONE WALLS AND ROOF TRUSSES
BEAMED CEILINGS
OPEN FIREPLACES
IMPOSING ENTRANCE HALL AND GALLERIED LANDING WITH PINE BALLUSTRADE AND DOORS TO THE FIRST FLOOR
MAGNIFICENT VIEWS OVER SURROUNDING FARMLAND
SUPERIOR AND SPACIOUS, FLEXIBLE ACCOMMODATION
Upton Farm lies in the shelter of the downs and is situated off the A353 near the village of Poxwell, about three quarters of a mile from the sea at Ringstead Bay, adjoining magnificent countryside which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural beauty, including a World Heritage Coastline. There are an excellent range of facilities at the county town of Dorchester (8 miles) and at the seaside resort of Weymouth (6 miles), the latter offering superb sailing and other water sports. There is a fine golf course at Came Down. From Crossways and Wool there are intercity train services to London (Waterloo), the journey taking approximately 2 hours 15 minutes. The larger towns of Poole and Bournemouth are within easy driving distance.
The business operates throughout the year and has built up a strong repeat trade. All the cottages are fully furnished and equipped to a high standard and are rated 4 Star with a Gold Award. Accounts are available for genuine applicants to view upon request. The en-suite bedroom of Owls Roost Cottage could easily be incorporated into the main house, if required. Each property is furnished to a high standard and the kitchens are equipped with integrated oven, hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave. The website for the business is http://www.uptonfarm.co.uk/
ACCOMMODATION
SPACIOUS & IMPOSING ENTRANCE HALL full height picture window overlooking South facing gardens, pine staircase leading to first floor with storage cupboard under, exposed stone and brick walls, stone and brick floor, built-in storage cupboard, doors to Sun Room, Ratty's Cottage and:
SITTING ROOM 6.82m max x 5.75m max (22'4" max x 18'10" max), North, Purbeck stone fireplace with brick mantle and tiled hearth, exposed natural stone and brick walls, beamed ceiling, two glazed doors to:
STUDY 5.72m x 2.34m (18'9" x 7'8"), South and West, beamed ceiling, two glazed doors to gravelled driveway and gardens.
CONSERVATORY 3.6m x 2.91m (11'9" x 9'6"), North, West and East, double glazed sliding doors to courtyard.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 5.51m x 4.98m (18' x 16'4"), South and East, range of hand made farmhouse style units with worktops, drawers and cupboards under, stainless steel sink, tiled splashbacks, integrated dishwasher, feature inglenook with range cooker and filtration hood over, 4 walk-in cupboards for storage and pantry, beamed ceiling, door to:
LAUNDRY ROOM 4.88m x 2.74m (16' x 8'11"), West, range of units with drawers and cupboards under, wall cabinets, space and plumbing for two washing machines and tumble dryer, floor standing oil central heating boiler, door to Courtyard enabling this facility to be used by the cottage guests.
FIRST FLOOR
SPACIOUS GALLERIED LANDING South and North, vaulted ceiling with exposed roof trusses, similar views to entrance hall, access to storage space in the loft, recessed linen cupboard, storage cupboard.
MASTER BEDROOM 6m x 4.2m (19'8" x 13'9"), East, superb views over the gardens and surrounding countryside, 2 recessed wardrobes, vaulted beamed ceiling with exposed roof trusses.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 4.2m x 2.57m (13'9" x 8'5"), suite in white comprising panelled bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin, tiled splashbacks, sloping beamed ceilings.
BEDROOM 2 4.76m x 4.3m (15'7" x 14'1"), South, similar views to master bedroom, recessed double wardrobe.
EN-SUITE WC.
BEDROOM 3 4.67m x 4.3m (15'3" x 14'1"), South, similar views to master bedroom, recessed double wardrobe.
EN-SUITE WC 1.63m x 0.74m (5'4" x 2'5").
FAMILY BATHROOM 3.93m x 1.96m (12'10" x 6'5"), North, views over the Courtyard, suite in white comprising corner bath with shower attachment, tiled splashbacks, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, bidet.
OUTSIDE The property is approached by a sweeping driveway with extensive PARKING. There is an open fronted BARN 7.6m x 6.2m (24'11" x 20'4"), used for storage and has the potential to be converted into additional accommodation, subject to planning consent. The house is surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaped GARDENS of approximately 4.225 acres with magnificent southerly views over surrounding countryside. To the front there is a feature waterfall standing in gravelled COURTYARD which leads to several sun terraces at the front, side and rear of the house, the lawns are tiered with well maintained flower beds and borders together with numerous trees, plants and shrubs, duck pond, orchard, woodland with stream running through, separate PADDOCK with an independent access from the road which could be offered for caravanning/camping, subject to consent.
HOLIDAY COTTAGES
PHEASANT PLUCKERS (sleeps 5/6)
OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM/KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM 8.9m x 4.68m (29'2" x 15'4"), North and South, feature fireplace and beamed ceilings, staircase to first floor. Kitchen Area: range of kitchen units.
BEDROOM 1 4.86m x 3.96m max (15'11" x 12'11" max), East and West, recessed wardrobes.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 1.75m x 1.92m (5'8" x 6'3"), tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, extractor fan.
BEDROOM 2 4.71m x 3.17m (15'5" x 10'4"), West, wash basin with cupboard under, recessed storage cupboard.
BEDROOM 3 4.82 x 2.82m (15'9" x 9'3"), West, wash basin with cupboard under, recessed wardrobe, vaulted ceiling.
BEDROOM 4 2.37m x 1.9m (7'9" x 6'2"), West.
BATHROOM 2.92m x 1.54m (9'6" x 5'), East, suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, cupboard housing central heating boiler, ladder radiator, part tiled walls, tiled floor.
OWLS ROOST (sleeps 6)
OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM/KITCHEN 8.2m x 4.9m (26'10" x 16'), East and West, beamed ceiling.
MASTER BEDROOM (could easily be incorporated into the main house to form Bedroom 4) 6.36m x 5.2m (20'10" x 17'), South and East, beamed ceiling, recessed wardrobe.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 3.19m x 1.53m (10'5" x 5'), South, suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, part tiled walls, ladder radiator, beamed ceiling.
BEDROOM 2 4.9m x 4.12m (16' x 13'6"), East, pedestal wash hand basin, recessed wardrobes, beamed ceiling.
BEDROOM 3 3.9m x 2.48m (12'9" x 8'1"), East.
SEPARATE SHOWER ROOM 2.62m x 1.3m (8'7" x 4'3"), West, recessed shower with sunflower head, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, tiled walls and floor, beamed ceiling.
RATTYS RETREAT (sleeps 4)
LIVING/DINING ROOM 6.4m x 5.81m (20'11" x 19'), North and South, exposed brickwork, beamed sloping ceiling, feature Purbeck stone fireplace.
KITCHEN 3.97m x 2.31m (13' x 7'6"), North, modern cream units.
BEDROOM 1 6.26m x 4.2m (20'6" x 13'9"), South and West, double glazed casement doors to sun terrace, recessed wardrobes, wash hand basin.
EN-SUITE WC.
BEDROOM 2 5.62m x 2.4m (18'5" x 7'10"), South and West, two doors to Courtyard and door to hallway of the main house.
BATHROOM 2.6m x 1.8m (8'6" x 5'10"), North, suite comprising panelled bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, part tiled walls and floor, ladder radiator, extractor fan.
POACHERS COTTAGE (sleeps 3 to 4)
This cottage was let at the time of our inspection, therefore, no measurements available
LIVING ROOM East, picture window overlooking the Courtyard and door to sun terrace, feature fireplace.
KITCHEN
BEDROOM 1
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
BEDROOM 2
EN-SUITE WC.
GAMEKEEPERS (sleeps 2)
OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM/KITCHEN 5.14m x 4.18m (16'10" x 13'8"), South and West, doors to sun terrace.
BEDROOM 4.18m x 4.04m (13'8" x 13'3"), West, recessed wardrobe, wash hand basin with tiled splashback.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 1.86m x 1.34m (6'1" x 4'4"), suite in white comprising tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, part tiled walls and floor, extractor fan.
FOXHOLES COTTAGE (sleeps 2)
OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING ROOM/KITCHEN 4.91m max x 4.57m (16'1" max x 14'11"), doors to garden with picture window overlooking the Courtyard. Kitchen Area: range of kitchen units, storage cupboard and cupboard housing gas central heating boiler.
BEDROOM 3.65m x 2.92m (11'11" x 9'6"), West, recessed wardrobe.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 3.18m x 1.84m (10'5" x 6'), cream suite comprising corner bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ladder radiator, extractor fan, tiled floor and part tiled walls.
SERVICES Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil central heating serves the house, Owls Roost, Rattys Retreat. Calor gas heating serves Pheasant Pluckers, Foxholes Cottage, Gamekeepers, Poachers.
COUNCIL TAX We have been advised by Purbeck District Council that the house is Band "G" which amounts to £2,612.20 and the Rateable Value for the business is £15,500, the current amount payable being £6,603 for 2011/2012, although this must be confirmed by your conveyancer prior to exchange of contracts.
VIEWING By appointment only please through the Agents, Corbens, 01929 422284.