Spread Eagles

SPREAD EAGLES is a truly fabulous detached four bedroom Grade II listed property built of local stone elevations under a tiled roof. Steeped in local history this former village pub has been impressively converted over the years to provide a substantial family home with a wealth of charm and character.

The property has been extensively renovated and improved by the present owners with further scope to convert the original hay barn to a range of possible uses. The accommodation includes a 32ft kitchen, sitting room, drawing room, utility room, master bedroom with en-suite and a newly fitted bathroom.

Sat in grounds extending to approx 3/4 acre of well kept gardens enjoying a sunny and sheltered position on the hill side with countryside views across this popular and pretty Dorset village.

A further rare and desirable feature of this property is an additional 2 acre paddock with road access situated directly opposite offering an exciting opportunity for those with equestrian interests.

This property simply must be viewed to fully appreciate all it has to offer.



APPROACHED Via an easy pull in from the B3081 through double wooden gates onto an area of hard standing providing parking for several vehicles.



ENTRANCE HALL: Paved path leads through rear garden to a part glazed wooden door leading into a spacious reception hall with double glazed wooden window, radiator, cupboard housing electric meters, original wooden latch door leads into cloakroom and matching door leads into:



DRAWING ROOM ( 21'2 x 15'1 ) A large and incredibly useful room with many character features including a stone mullion bay window, impressive limestone fireplace and surround with inset wood burner and the original wooden pub front door leading to outside. Further features include wooden flooring, wooden double glazed casement window to rear aspect, twin radiators, stairs to first floor and under stair storage cupboard. Original wooden latch door leads into the sitting room and matching door leads into:



KITCHEN DINING ROOM ( 32' x 12'6 ) A breathtaking room of fantastic proportions having been the main focus of recent renovations. The dining area is light and airy with a large stone mullion window with window seat, limestone fireplace and surround creates a cosy focal point with fireside alcove storage. Ample space for a large family table, twin radiators, picture rails, built in arched display storage opens into kitchen area.

The bespoke kitchen has been fitted with an extensive range of painted hardwood wall and floor cabinets with matching drawers, trim and contrasting wooden worktops over. Tiled splash backs, inset china clay Belfast sink with chrome mixer tap, integral mid height 'Bosch' double oven, built in dish washer, built in tall fridge freezer, large matching kitchen island and breakfast bar with inset four ring AEG induction hob and storage under. Fireplace with inset AGA and decorative tiled splash backs, original bricked bread oven, larder cupboard, flagstone flooring, double glazed wooden window, original wooden latch door leads into:



PANTRY ( 8'2 x 7' ) Providing excellent kitchen storage by the way of ample shelving, tiled floor, power points, space for wine cooler, Wooden door leads out to kitchen garden, double glazed window, wooden latch door leads into:



UTILITY ROOM ( 16'1 x 8' ) Fitted with a matching range of wall and floor cupboards with a contrasting wooden worktop, inset china clay sink and drainer unit with swan neck mixer tap, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, 'Worcester' oil boiler, radiator, tiled floor, tiled splash backs, double glazed skylight. Wooden latch door leads into:



CLOAKROOM ( 8'1 x 7'8 ) Walk through cloakroom with wooden floors, radiator, obscure double glazed window, attractive period wooden sink unit with wash band basin inset to a marble top with tiled splash backs and storage under. Wooden latch door opens into a small wc area. Wooden latch door leads back into the entrance hall.



SITTING ROOM ( 20' x 15' ) A beautiful character room of excellent proportions offering many period features including original stone mullion windows, exposed wooden beams, limestone fireplace and surround with inset wood burner, picture rails and original metal glazed double doors onto the rear garden. Several dual aspect windows provide pleasant outlooks over the rear garden and neighbouring countryside. TV point, radiators, fireside alcove storage, wooden latch door leads into hay barn.



LANDING: Shallow stairs from the ground floor rise to an open landing area with stripped oak hand rail and banister posts. Original single glazed windows provides natural light to the landing with built in hanging storage space, airing cupboard, loft access, several radiators, doors to further rooms.



MASTER BEDROOM (15'2 x 15'6 ) An impressively large master bedroom having been recently modernised. Two double glazed wooden windows and french doors enjoy access and stunning outlooks over the rear garden and Melbury Hill beyond, ample build in wardrobes, radiators, TV point, wooden door leads into:

ENSUITE BATHROOM: A recently installed luxury suite to comprise of a low level wc, freestanding bath with chrome freestanding floor mounted bath taps and shower attachment, large basin with built in storage under, corner shower enclosure with sliding glassed doors and wall mounted shower fittings, vintage style heated towel rail and radiator, fully tiled walls, double glazed window provides pleasant outlook over rear garden.



BEDROOM TWO ( 13'6 x 13' ) A large double bedroom with attractive stone mullion bay window providing gorgeous views across the adjacent paddock and countryside beyond. Original beams, corner vanity sink, TV point, twin radiators, small casement window provides wonderful outlook over rear garden and Melbury Hill.



BEDROOM THREE ( 12'7 x 11'6 ) Another good sized double bedroom with dual aspect windows providing views across neighbouring countryside, radiators, corner vanity sink.



BEDROOM FOUR ( 9'7 x 9' ) Currently used as a store room but could comfortably be a good sized guest room or home office/study. Original window provides outlook over neighbouring countryside, built in cupboard, radiator.



BATHROOM: Recently fitted with another high end suite comprising of free standing bath, traditional style pedestal wash hand basin, large glazed double walk in shower cubicle with wall mounted shower fittings, fully tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail, double glazed window.



SEPARATE TOILET: Recently fitted low level wc and corner wash hand basin with tiled splash backs, wooden window to front aspect.



HAY BARN: Wooden latch door from the lounge leads into the former hay barn that has been partially converted into a two storey building with steps down to a ground floor reception area (15' x 14'4) with windows, light and power, door leads into passage way with exposed stone walls and external door leading out to the driveway. The first floor room (11'3 x 7'3) could serve as a bedroom or office space with Velux windows, light and power. The Hay Barn offers huge potential for conversion (subject to necessary planning consent) and has scope to be used as a small annex, workshop and office space or even just as additional accommodation for the main house.



OUTSIDE: The grounds are a particularly wonderful feature of the property offering a vast range of colour and interest throughout the seasons. Extending to approx 3/4 of an acre the garden is laid mainly to gently sloping well kept lawn with interspersed established shrubs and specimen trees, flowering bushes and raised borders. There are several areas of patio and sun terrace to enjoy as the sun moves through the gardens with a wooden summer house and bbq pagoda seating. A large area of hard standing can be found at the top of the garden which once housed a large wooden outbuilding. The garden enjoying a private and southerly aspect taking in gorgeous views across neighbouring fields and Melbury Hill beyond. A wooden gate leads into a large sheltered area of wild kitchen garden with steps down to the pantry. A further wooden gate leads out to the bridle path that leads directly up to Melbury Hill. A five bar metal gate leads onto the driveway with ample parking for several vehicles.



SINGLE GARAGE: Detached wooden single garage with metal up and over door, glazed window.



PADDOCK: The paddock lies adjacent to the property and is accessed from the road via wide metal gate and extends to approx 2 acres. Within the paddock is a large stone outbuilding ideal for storage.



COUNCIL TAX: G

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TENURE: Freehold

Marketed by: Hambledon Estate Agents, Shaftesbury