For Sale3 Bedroom House in Portman Square, Sherborne, DT9£650,000

Built in 2013 by Redcliffe Homes, Portman Square is an exclusive development, perfectly positioned for easy access to the centre of this popular market town. Built in the former grounds of Sherborne House, it is in an attractive Georgian Style, with good proportions and character. Set over three storeys and being at the end of a terrace, Number 12 is in a very favourable spot, benefitting from great light that is further enhanced by the numerous double-glazed sash windows. Upon entering, you are welcomed into an open hallway with space for coats and a useful ground floor cloakroom. This leads through to a lovely, bright bay fronted kitchen with good space for a dining table and chairs. Modern fitted wall and base units provide ample storage alongside an integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer. There is an inset AEG stainless steel eye level double oven, AEG four hob cooker and fitted water softener. To the rear is a sizeable drawing room, with elegant marble fireplace, electric fire and two sets of double-glazed French doors that open out onto the pretty south west facing garden. The first floor consists of a beautiful principal bedroom, with built in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room, a second double bedroom and a family bathroom. On the second floor is a large twin double bedroom with built in wardrobes and access to under eaves storage. OUTSIDE The private and sheltered garden is at the rear of the property, with a paved terrace perfect for outside entertaining or evening drinks. A gravelled area, set behind a timber gate and alongside the old Sherborne House wall, provides a very convenient allocated parking space for the property, whilst temporary on street parking is also available. A small shed provides some useful additional storage. LOCATION Dominated by its ancient Abbey and school, Sherborne is arguably one of the most attractive towns in Dorset. Numerous musical and cultural events occur throughout the year and there is a superb range of traditional shops and boutiques. The beautifully refurbished Sherborne House is a landmark destination for the arts. The two castles, one of which was home to Sir Walter Raleigh, reflect the historic nature of the town, the centre of which is designated a Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to preserve its special character. West Dorset is well known for its unspoilt landscape and there are many pretty villages and countryside walks nearby. The Jurassic Coast is a mere twenty-five miles away at Weymouth. This stretch of coastline from Portland to Lyme Regis, with its spectacular cliffs, has recently been designated a World Heritage Site. Communications to this part of the country are excellent. From Sherborne there is a regular train service to Waterloo (approx 2 hours 15 minutes), the station is within walking distance. The A303 - linking the M3 and the M5 - is dual carriageway almost the whole way, thus putting London and the West Country within a reasonable drive. SPORTING AND RECREATION The area is well known for its beauty and there is a network of bridleways and footpaths which cross the countryside making it ideal for walking, bicycling and riding. Water sports can be found at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (near Yeovil) or on the south coast, as well as racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath or Exeter. Golf at various courses including Yeovil, Sherborne and Dorchester. EDUCATION The area is noted for its independent schools with Leweston, Sherborne Boys', Sherborne Girls', Sherborne Prep, Perrott Hill and Hazlegrove all within easy reach. The Gryphon secondary school is highly regarded and very easily accessible.