Lawn House Slough Lane Horton, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7JL

Lawn House Slough Lane Horton, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7JL

A STUNNING 4 BEDROOM DETACHED COUNTRY HOME SET IN GARDENS AND GROUNDS OF ABOUT 5.9 ACRES INCLUDING A LARGE LAKE Lawn House is a beautifully presented, modern 4 bedroom detached country home in an idyllic rural location, tucked well away from main roads and traffic noise. The property extends in total to about 2600 square feet of living space, with the majority of the accommodation arranged on the ground floor. The first floor is primarily a guest bedroom suite incorporating an en suite bathroom and balcony. SUPERB OPEN COUNTRY VIEWS Lawn House was originally built in 2003, but since then, no expense has been spared in creating an impressive, traditional country home. The property is approached through secure electric gates, which lead into a large courtyard with a central roundabout. Viewings by appointment Price Guide 1,385,000 Freehold

There is a large L-shaped entrance hall with a feature slate floor, full height glass and hardwood screens overlooking the front gardens and a shingle terrace. The superb living room has a stone fireplace (with inset wood burning stove,) and sliding doors leading to a large entertaining terrace with views onto the formal gardens. The ground floor has 3 good sized bedrooms, with the main bedroom having an en suite bathroom and sliding doors leading to a private balcony with a superb view onto the lake. In addition, there is a beautifully appointed family shower room. An outstanding feature of the ground floor is a magnificent kitchen which has a high vaulted ceiling and exposed A-framed timbers. The kitchen has a highly individual polished granite worktop, and matching island with curved surfaces making a real feature. The units are of a light oak, and there is a whole range of built-in appliances including Neff twin ovens, touch control ceramic hob, extractor, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine fridge and microwave. Also, there is a breakfast bar for 2, and a large family area with space for a table and 6 chairs. 2 pairs of sliding doors lead to an entertaining terrace and garden, with a lovely outlook over the grounds. A half turn staircase leads to an impressive landing on the first floor, with a glass wall overlooking the gardens. The guest bedroom has sliding doors to its own private balcony which gives a superb outlook over the formal gardens and beyond. There is an en suite bathroom.

Outside, there is a detached double garage (with electric doors,) and an adjacent concrete pad for further garaging. There are excellent parking facilities for vehicles/boxes/trailers etc. Lawn House is approached via a wide driveway, with a large, grass meadow to the right hand side enclosed by an established tree line (mainly of oak.) The driveway is flanked by a beech hedge, and the front garden area has a large, flat lawn enclosed by established borders with a variety of rhododendrons and hydrangeas. Also, there are established willow and oak trees. A second vehicular entrance (with ledged and braced double entrance gates) comes off Slough Lane leading to a stone driveway. The main garden area lies to the south side of the house, where there is a large, split level entertaining terrace with wrought iron gates leading to the garden. Beyond, there is a low, box hedge which surrounds a small area of lawn, enclosed on both sides by a wide variety of flowers. Wrought iron gates lead to a large, mown paddock enclosed by hedgerows and a tree line, interspersed with willow and oak trees, and with a potting shed and greenhouse. There is a large, timber workshop and raised cloches. Gravel pathways lead through to the lake, which has a stone bridge over. The lake is enclosed by a wide variety of specimen trees including bamboo, grasses and spindlewood. There is a lovely walk on all sides of the lake. The main driveway from the front of the house continues by the side of the garage, and leads to a second courtyard. There is a large, detached barn (with roller door,) which extends to about 2000 square feet. The barn is sub-divided to create office and storage space. Adjacent, there is open-fronted garaging and storage, with 2 stables, a tack room and a hay barn. COUNCIL TAX: Band G. EPC RATING: Band D. DIRECTIONS: From Wimborne, proceed north on the B3078 towards Cranborne, for about 5 miles. At the Horton Inn, turn right and proceed through Horton village. After passing Drusilla's Inn on the left, proceed through Wigbeth and, as you go over a bridge, turn left into Slough Lane. Lawn House is situated about quarter of a mile along on the left.

15 East Street, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 1DT Tel: (01202) 841171/2 Fax: (01202) 842714 Email: properties@christopherbatten.com www.christopherbatten.com 'CONSUMER PROTECTION FROM UNFAIR TRADING' REGULATIONS: The agents have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services, and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from his or her solicitor. References to the tenure of the property are based on information supplied by the vendor. The agents have not had sight of the title documents. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from his or her solicitor. Applicants are advised to check the availability of a property before travelling any distance to view.