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£1,275,000
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Washing Pool House is a Grade II listed Elizabethan former farmhouse set within approximately 0.75 of an acre of land. This substantial property retains many of its original features and has been thoughtfully refurbished to a high standard including the conversion of the barn. This wonderful home boasts versatile and spacious accommodation including family bathroom, three double bedrooms with ensuite facilities to the principle room. The ground floor has three well-proportioned reception rooms, a garden room, shower room. and kitchen. The Hayloft and The Cowshed feature in the converted barn and offer self-contained living/holiday home accommodation.
There is an attractive, landscaped south-westerly rear garden with open views and a walled garden to the front. Plentiful off-road parking is offered.
Situation - Beautiful Washing Pool House is located in the much sought after village of Martinstown, conveniently situated just a few miles from the historic county town of Dorchester and the coastal town of Weymouth. Local facilities include a parish church, village shop and post office, village hall, and public house. There are well-received catchment schools in nearby Winterbourne Abbas and Dorchester. Martinstown is a vibrant and friendly village offering an active and close-knit community. Its location offers easy access, straight from the front door, to a plethora of countryside walks and bridlepaths. Nearby towns offer a number of shopping and social facilities with cinemas, museums, leisure centre and weekly market. There are many excellent restaurants and public houses and Brewery Square in Dorchester is a vibrant area offering a central open space hosting several events throughout the year. The nearby train station provides links to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads.
Key Features - Washing Pool House is a distinguished Grade II listed Elizabethan former farmhouse, dating back to 1590. Set within approximately 0.75 of an acre, this substantial property retains many of its original features, including exposed stone walls, flagstone flooring, timber beams, two inglenook fireplaces (one with a bread oven), and sections of rare Elizabethan panelling, all contributing to its historical integrity. Constructed from attractive stone beneath a slate roof, the house has been thoughtfully refurbished to a high standard including the conversion of the barn. This wonderful home, accessed via a no through road from the main Martinstown road, boasts versatile and spacious accommodation including family bathroom, three double bedrooms with ensuite facilities to the principal room finished with Carrerra marble. The ground floor has three well-proportioned reception rooms, a garden room, and a shower room. The generous kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units and offers plentiful space for informal dining.
The Hayloft and The Cowshed feature in the converted and refurbished barn and offer self-contained living/holiday home accommodation. Both are stylish and in-keeping with the main house with exposed brickwork, timber framing, and wooden staircasing. Further outbuildings include a large laundry room, workshop and games room.
The attractive, landscaped rear garden enjoys a south-westerly aspect and open views. Mainly laid to lawn with a variety of mature shrubs and trees, the garden offers a peaceful and tranquil setting and features a log store and greenhouse. To the front of the property is a walled garden, laid to lawn with stone path leading to the entrance of this enchanting home. The highly popular Brewers Arms pub is just a stone throw from the property.
Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating.
Solar Panels - Installed 2024 and are owned outright
Agents Notes - We are advised the property is subject to a tree preservation order
Flood Risk - Enquire for up-to-date details or check the website for the most current rating.
Mobile And Broadband - At the time of the listing, standard and superfast broadband are available.
Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider and we recommend you visit the Ofcom website checker to confirm.
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Epc Ratings - Main House - D
Hayloft - C
Cowshed - C
Local Authorities - Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
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We are advised that the council tax band is G.
Stamp Duty - Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance.
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Monthly Payment: £ 8,216.87
Monthly Payment: £ 8,216.87
Monthly Payment: £ 8,216.87
Amortization For Monthly Payment: £8,216.87 over 30 years ( Based on 3.20% Interest )
Using your investment as a 25.00% deposit and £ 5,833 in costs for purchasing and getting ready to let.
Stamp Duty is a tax paid on completion via your solicitor, the calculation includes the 3% surcharge for second homes.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
The refurbishment budget is set to 2.50% of the purchase price, but this will vary dependent on the suitability of the property for the rental market. Select a value that you feel is appropriate to the condition of the property.
This will vary between lenders, type of report and whether or not you are buying with a mortgage, for advice on which type of survey would be appropriate speak with an advisor from Preston Baker Financial Services.
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