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Greenhayes, Okeford Fitzpaine
Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11
Guide Price
£1,895,000
Ref: SAL250133
A Grade II listed former Rectory
- 6 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
- 5 reception rooms
- 6,180 square feet
- 1.27 acres
- Freehold
- Council Band H
- Energy Efficiency Rating D
Features at a glance
- Significant period house
- Wonderful origional features
- Stunning interior
- Light and airy reception rooms
- Large Kitchen/breakfast room with doors to terrace
- Double garage
Overview
The Old Rectory is a handsome and substantial detached period property, set in a picturesque village position in Okeford Fitzpaine. Dating from the mid-18th century with historical links (there is a blue plaque), the house retains an elegant array of ornate period features throughout, complemented by beautifully maintained gardens.
A welcoming reception hall at the front features flagstone-style flooring and double doors leading through to the inner hall. The library and morning room are both impressive reception spaces, each with dual tall sash windows and fireplaces fitted with log burners. Towards the rear, the 35ft drawing room provides a generous setting for relaxing and entertaining, with south- and west-facing bay windows drawing in plenty of natural light. The ground floor also includes a garden room with access to the walled gardens, together with a generous kitchen and breakfast area featuring rustic timber beams, Shaker-style fitted units, a central island with breakfast bar and an Aga, alongside space for a family dining table. A utility room, pantry and wine store provide useful additional storage and space for appliances.
Two staircases rise to the first floor, where there are six well-appointed bedrooms and a snug providing further flexible living space. The spacious principal bedroom benefits from extensive built-in storage and an en suite shower room with dual washbasins and a walk-in shower. Two further bedrooms have en suite facilities, while a family bathroom completes the accommodation on this floor.
This property has 1.27 acres of land.
Outside
The house is surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens, designed and planted by Martin Lane Fox, with a gravel driveway and turning circle to the front, centred on a pristine lawn and enclosed by established hedgerows. To the side, a walled courtyard garden is accessed from the garden room. The rear gardens include a sunny south-facing terrace, with manicured lawns beyond, well-stocked borders and clipped hedgerows creating several peaceful, distinct areas. There is also a productive vegetable garden with raised beds, a shed and greenhouse, together with a hard tennis court, which has recently been re-surfaced, enclosed by chain-link fencing.
Situation
The property is in Okeford Fitzpaine, a highly sought-after village located six miles northwest of the market town of Blandford Forum and on the edge of the beautiful Cranborne Chase National Landscape. The village is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, and has a local pub, a post office, a convenience store, a village hall and a parish church. The neighbouring village of Shillingstone provides further amenities, including a Co-op, a primary school and a tea room, while Blandford Forum offers a choice of shopping, larger supermarkets and leisure facilities. There is an excellent selection of schools locally, including reputable state schools at primary and secondary level, and Hanford, Bryanston and Clayesmore independent schools.
Directions
Take the A354 from Salisbury in a south westerly direction towards Blandford Forum. Continue for 25 miles to where the A354 meets the A350. At the roundabout take the third exit on to the A350. At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit continuing on the A350. After 1.8 miles, at the traffic lights, turn left onto the A357 signposted towards Sturminster Newton. After 3.2 miles, in the village on Shillingstone, turn left onto Poplar Hill signposted towards Okeford Fitzpaine. Continue into the village of Okeford Fitzpaine and at the church turn left onto Greenhayes. The Old Rectory is the first property on the right hand side opposite the lychgate of the church.
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