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A Residential Smallholding with Land and Stables

 

Situated in a rural location and surrounded by open countryside, Dowse Farm is not only suitable for equestrian or canine use but is also a registered smallholding. This former farmhouse dates from the mid 19^th century with later additions making this an ideal family home. The house is set back from the road and shielded by mature trees and shrubs. A gated access leads to the drive which provides ample parking space for a number of vehicles and also leads to the outbuildings which include five stables,  tack room/feed room and a garage/workshop. There is vehicular access to the paddock land. Outside, there are formal lawned gardens with a pond having a waterfall to the front of the house. The accommodation comprises of a reception hall, lounge, dining room with a vaulted beamed ceiling, family room, study/office, farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room, boot room/utility room and a bathroom. On the first floor is a landing and three bedrooms. The land is divided into a number of paddocks making this a property ideal for equestrian use, but also suitable for rearing animals or growing vegetables. In all, this represents an ideal opportunity for those wishing to move to the country or seeking to enjoy the good life.           

ACCOMMODATION

 

RECEPTION HALL

Hard wood entrance door with etched glass inserts, ceramic tiled flooring, radiator, doors to the kitchen/breakfast room and bathroom.

 

LOUNGE

4.29m x 3.83m (14’1” x 12’7”)

Window to the front, radiator, feature brick built fireplace with oak mantle  housing a cast iron multi fuel burning stove.

 

DINING ROOM

4.09m x 3.58m (13’5” x 11’9”)

French windows to the side, vaulted beamed ceiling, ceramic tiled flooring, door to boot room, serving hatch and door to kitchen/breakfast room.

 

FAMILY ROOM

3.83m x 3.78m (12’7” x 12’5”)

Window to the side, feature brick built fireplace housing multi fuel stove, open staircase to the first floor, small under stairs cupboard and a radiator.

 

STUDY/OFFICE

2.92m x 2.95m (9’7” x 9’8”)

Part glazed door to the front, exposed brick wall, raised ceramic tiled flooring with archway from the family room.

 

KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM

4.04m x 3.73m (13’3” x 12’3”)

Two windows to the rear, range of ‘Shaker’ style wall and base cupboard units with rolled edge work surfaces over, Belfast sink with mixer tap, combi ‘Rangemaster’ cooker with two electric fan assisted ovens, grill and LPG five burner hob including a wok burner, ‘Rangemaster' extractor hood with lights, serving hatch to dining room, ceramic tiled flooring, exposed brickwork to two walls, oil fired combi boiler serving central heating and domestic hot water systems, space and plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine.

 

WALK IN PANTRY

A useful additional storage area with ceramic tiled flooring, tall storage cupboard with swing out shelves, further storage shelves and space for an upright fridge/freezer.

 

BOOT ROOM/UTILITY ROOM

3.50m x 2.16m (11’6 x 7’1”)

Window and door to the side, fitted cupboard units with work surfaces over, space and vent for tumble dryer and plumbing for a washing machine and fridge/freezer.

 

 

TACK ROOM/ FEED ROOM

3.66m x 2.44m (12’ x 8’)

Part of the main timber stable block and with power connected for electric fence etc. There is a further area which provides a useful storage facility for hay.

 

WORKSHOP

4.80m x 4.49m (15’9” x 14’9”)

Double sliding entrance doors, light, power and door to stable five.

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LAND

To the front of the property is a turn out paddock and to the side of the stables a further paddock area ideal for the installation of a manege (stpp). To the rear of the formal gardens, the land is divided into a number of paddocks at present. These are post and wire stock proof fenced in part, with the remainder being electric fenced.

 

BATHROOM

2.59m x 2.18m (8’6” x 7’2”)

Window to the front with privacy glass, white suite comprising of corner bath, shower cubicle with glazed screen, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin, tiled splash areas, ceramic tiled flooring and a radiator.

 

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

 

BEDROOM ONE

3.96m x 3.81m (13’ x 12’6”)

Window to the front, radiator and a range of fitted pine wardrobes with dressing table and bedside cabinets.

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BEDROOM TWO

3.68m x 2.84m (12’1 x 9’4”)

Window to the front and a radiator.

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BEDROOM THREE

2.56m x 2.46m (8’5” x 8’1”)

Radiator and step up to adjoining sleeping area measuring 7’7” x 6’3”. ‘Velux’ opening skylight window and access to loft storage area.

 

OUTSIDE

The property is set back from the road and reached via double metal gates. A gravelled driveway provides ample parking for a number of vehicles, and this extends to the side of the property, the stables and workshop. There is a large lawned area to the front and side of the house stocked with a number of mature trees and is fenced from the road with stock proof fencing. To the side is a large pond with waterfalls and flower and shrub borders. There is external security lighting.

 

STABLE BLOCK

Timber construction with a brick apron and concrete floors. All stables have lighting, rear windows and clear Perspex roof panels. The covered stable yard measures approx 10.97m x 9.45m (36’ x 31’) and has doors to the front to protect the yard from the elements.

• 1 @ 3.66m x 2.44m (12’ x 8’)
• 1 @ 3.66m x 3.66m (12 ’x 12’)
• 1 @ 4.87m x 3.66m (16’ x 12’)
• 1 @ 3.66m x 3.35m (12’ x 11’)

A further block built stable adjoins the workshop, this measures 4.80m x 4.49m (15’9” x 14’9”) and has a concrete floor, stable door, light, power and door to workshop.