Guide price
£385,000
3 bed semi-detached house for sale
The Folly, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2Freehold
3 beds
1 bath
2 receptions
EPC Rating: E
Key information
Tenure
Freehold
Council tax band
D
About this property
No onward chain
Light and bright throughout
Character features mixed with modern conveniences
Two reception rooms
Utility room
Garden
Close to village centre
A beautifully presented three bedroom semi-detached cottage, close to village amenities and offered for sale with no onward chain.
The Dwelling
A pretty semi-detached cottage, tastefully updated and very well presented throughout. Nestled in easy reach of the village centre with a well regarded shop and doctors surgery, three pubs and excellent walking out from the property.
Accommodation
The accommodation comprises of a sitting room with chimney breast, hearth, and wood burning stove; wood style hard flooring continues into a separate snug. The kitchen/breakfast room extends across the back of the property and is fitted with a stylish range of cupboards and drawers, ample work surfaces, ceramic sink, integrated dishwasher and under counter fridge. There is a range style oven with brick tile splashback and attractive timber panelling. A downstairs cloakroom and separate utility with space and plumbing for a washing machine complete the ground floor.
Upstairs leading off the landing are the three bedrooms. The family bathroom has been updated with a white suite to include a bath with shower over, pedestal basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Outside
The front garden is well kept with established hedging and well stocked borders. There is a front gate with garden arch and a pathway leading up to the covered porch. The rear garden is private, mostly laid to lawn, with mature shrubs and different seating areas, there is an external boiler and covered log store.
Situation
Cerne Abbas, one of the most historic and picturesque villages in Dorset, is surrounded by unspoiled countryside and situated about 8 miles to the north of the county town of Dorchester. There is a regular bus service to Sherborne (12 miles away) and Dorchester (with the County Hospital); both towns benefit from mainline railway stations to London (Waterloo).
The village is noted for its excellent facilities which include the popular sub post office/village store, parish church, three public houses, brewery, doctors and dispensing surgery. It is a thriving community with various clubs, societies and a fine modern village hall.
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Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Broadband – Superfast speed available.
Mobile – It is reported that network coverage is likely for both indoors and out. (Information from )
Council Tax Band: D (Dorset Council
Material Information
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Listed by
Symonds & Sampson - Dorchester