For Sale2 Bedroom Apartment in South Street, Sherborne, DT9£335,000

4 The Pageant is a lovely ground floor apartment overlooking Pageant Gardens and is ideally situated for the railway station and shops. The building was converted into eight apartments in 2004 and offers off-road parking, a communal garden and an entry phone system. The entrance to the apartment opens into a good-sized hallway with a heated linen cupboard. Internal French doors lead into a charming sitting room of generous proportions, with a stone fireplace and coal effect electric fire. The room faces southwest and being dual aspect, enjoys the sun all day. Further French doors open onto a small terrace with room for a bistro table and chairs. The well-equipped kitchen comprises cream fitted units, double-oven, gas hob, recess for microwave, fitted washing machine and space and connection for a dishwasher. Along the hall, the large dual aspect master bedroom is furnished with two fitted wardrobes and has an ensuite shower room with heated towel rail. There is also a second double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a family bathroom. The apartment is decorated in neutral tones giving it a light and airy feel. OUTSIDE There are pleasant communal gardens to the front of the property and a car park where the allocated parking space is conveniently situated close to the apartment. All things considered, this is a fabulous apartment in a most favourable location, perfect for those wishing to take advantage of the culture and amenities of this desirable Abbey town. LOCATION Dominated by its ancient Abbey and school, Sherborne is arguably the most attractive town in Dorset and recently quoted in The Sunday Times as the best place to live in the South West. Numerous musical and cultural events occur throughout the year and there is a superb range of traditional shops and boutiques. 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 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 in about 2 hours 15 minutes; the station is within walking distance. The A303 (linking with the M3) is a dual carriageway almost the whole way to the M3, thus putting London 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, cycling and riding. Water sports can be found at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (near Yeovil) or on the south coast and racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath or Exeter. Golf at various courses including Yeovil, Sherborne and Dorchester. There are numerous cultural events and venues including the recently renovated Sherborne House, Dorset's premier cultural hub. EDUCATION The area is particularly noted for the high quality of its schools. Sherborne Prep, Hazlegrove and Port Regis are all within reach, as are Sherborne Boys' and Girls' schools, Leweston, Millfield and the Bruton schools.