The Gate House 16 Witchampton Mill Witchampton BH21 5DE

THE GATE HOUSE When I first saw the house, I was overwhelmed by the beautiful setting says the current owner of Witchampton Mill. The property is set in beautiful open countryside and yet it s close to everything that Witchampton village has to offer. Being only a few miles from Wimborne the location is perfect for enjoying the country life.

This unique and simply stunning family residence is part of a select development at Witchampton Mill, in the heart of the Dorset countryside.

I love being in the lounge with the doors flung open to the garden so that I can enjoy the river and the countryside views. I also love spending time in the kitchen which is a joy to use as it is so spacious and again the doors can be opened to the garden to enjoy the river view.

Accommodation is spacious, versatile and impeccably presented throughout. This character home was built in the early 2000 s and finished to a high specification with a wealth of features and extensive use of mellow wood finishes including flooring, staircase, bressumer beam, feature timbers and wall panelling. The bespoke design kitchen has slate flooring with underfloor heating and a generous range of shaker style kitchen furniture with granite worktops as well as integrated appliances including, dishwasher, microwave, oven, inset gas hob, slide and hide oven and chimney style extractor above an island unit. Both the lounge and dining room have opening doors to an extensive patio along the rear elevation of the property, ideal for garden seating, from which to enjoy the river views and open farmland beyond. An imposing exposed brick fireplace in the lounge, with fitted woodburning stove offers a cosy room on a winter s evening! A utility room adjoins the kitchen/breakfast room and further rooms on the ground floor include a study, two bedrooms (with versatility to use as additional family rooms) and a bathroom.

Seller Insight We purchased the property off-plan from the local well-known building firm the owner continues, and so we took the opportunity to increase the specification of the bathrooms. Since then we have added a dormer window to the main bedroom. Other than that, the house didn t need any further touches it is perfect just as it is. The garden too is superb. The garden wraps around the house on all sides says the owner, and offers plenty of places to sit and enjoy the view. An ample patio on the sunny south side of the house is a great venue for parties and family gatherings. The garden is well tended and planted with well chosen varieties of annuals. In terms of location, the property is second to none. Witchampton village is a rare and special place says the owner. It has a small village school, church and village hall. A key aspect of Witchampton life is the Witchampton Club and the village shop which is run by the community. The Club holds regular events, live music and festivities as well as a great Sunday roast. Recently the village pulled together to fundraise and built a fantastic play park adjoining the cricket pitch. There are a number of active groups such as Open Gardens, WI, Beavers, Scouts and Cricket in the village which means that there is something for all ages. Annual highlights include the Boxing Day Go Kart racing down the hill in the centre of the village and the annual Tractor Rally. There are too many happy occasions to remember them all. The house has been full of parties and happy times. I have often enjoyed entertaining at dinner parties, especially as there is ample space in the kitchen to allow a chef to do the work! *

On the first floor there are three further bedrooms, each of which is beautifully presented and two of which have the benefit of stylishly fitted ensuites. In addition there is a second bathroom and on the landing a generous storage cupboard.

I will miss the tranquility of living at Witchampton Mill, seeing the ducklings on the river and swans swimming past the kitchen window. I enjoy being able to walk from the back door along miles of footpaths and around the neighbouring Crichel Estate grounds.

My Grandchildren love coming to play on the island and when the whole family is enjoying the sun on the patio, they have the freedom to enjoy the outside.

Outside, the grounds are immaculately maintained with established planting, mature shrubs and specimen trees and delightful river frontage. To the front of the property, with walled entrance, there is ample off road parking and a double garage with connecting door from the utility. Wrought iron gates lead to the garden and river frontage.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 08.06.2017

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