Holnest, Sherborne, DT9

Holnest Lodge is a substantial (1491 square feet), period, character, Grade II listed detached lodge offering deceptively spacious, well laid out single storey accommodation. This unique home stands in a generous level plot and lovely gardens extending to just over a third of an acre (0.36 acres approximately) with a superb rural backdrop. The main rear garden enjoys a sunny south facing aspect. There is gated, private driveway parking providing off road parking for 5 to 6 cars or more leading to a detached double garage. The property is beautifully finished and is heated by oil-fired radiator central heating system. It also benefits from double glazing and secondary double glazing. The property offers fabulous scope for further extension, subject to the necessary planning permission. The flexible, well laid out accommodation boasts excellent levels of natural light from large windows and dual and triple aspects. It comprises entrance porch, entrance reception hall, generous sitting room / dining room with cast iron log burning stove, open-plan kitchen / breakfast room, master double bedroom with en-suite shower room, two further double bedrooms and a modern family bathroom / WC. There are lovely countryside walks from the front door of the property – ideal as you do not have to put the children or the dogs in the car! This rare and unique home is set in a highly sought-after, semi-rural address, a short drive to the vibrant, historic town centre of Sherborne with its superb boutique high street with cafes, restaurants, Waitrose store and independent shops plus the breath-taking Abbey, Almshouses and Sherborne’s world-famous private schools. It is also a short drive to the mainline railway station making London Waterloo directly in just over two hours. Sherborne has recently won the award for the best place to live in the South West by The Times 2024. It also boasts ‘The Sherborne’ – a top class, recently opened arts and conference centre plus superb restaurant.