Dating from the mid-17th century, this striking thatched Grade II listed country residence in the hamlet of Benville is set in 6.4 acres of land with stables, paddocks and outdoor pool. The spacious central hallway, with original flagstone flooring, provides access to the sitting room and snug (both with fireplaces) and a dining room with window seats, polished herringbone flooring and fireplace. The kitchen, with adjacent pantry and scullery, has bespoke Neptune kitchen units, wine cooler and a dark blue Aga cooker. Completing the ground floor is a boot room, which could be used as a tack room, and cloakroom. Access to the first floor is via two staircases creating two wings, ideal for families, multi-generational living or separate guest accommodation. The sizeable double-aspect master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with Jack and Jill access. There are two further bedrooms and a large family bathroom. Bedrooms four and five, both doubles, and a third bathroom can also be accessed via a secondary staircase.
Outside is a 6.7-acre paddock with ménage and a stable block comprising five stables with power and light. Wrapping around the property are attractive gardens, beyond is a small established orchard and a swimming pool with uninterrupted views of the West Dorset countryside.
Freehold Guide Price: £1,450,000
Agent: Greenslade Taylor Hunt 01305 268786/gth.net
THE LOCAL AREA
Corscombe is just five miles away from Evershot, the location of the fantastic Summer Lodge and The Acorn Inn.
For great local produce, you can buy some visit an artisan baker in the industry for over 150 years at the Evershot Village Bakery.
Seven miles to the north, you will find Crewkerne, a market town just over the border in south Somerset. A place full of pretty buildings and beautiful surrounding countryside that is perfect for a walk at any time of year.
