Properties such as this rarely come the market, and being situated just a short stroll into the centre of Wimborne, this is a unique opportunity to acquire such a beautiful home and grounds within such a desirable location.Garth Lodge is a magnificent Victorian Residence which sits within an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, and is approached by a gated driveway which is accessed via the Wimborne to Colehill road. The property, which has been subject to major renovation and extension works within the last 10 years, retains an abundance of beautifully restored period features and has been maintained by the current owners to an excellent standard. The interior is of a traditional style yet offers modern living and a high quality finish throughout. The abundance of original features includes fine marble fireplaces, period tiled floors, and richly carved cornices. The pretty exterior has been sympathetically restored and extended, featuring mellowed brick facades beneath a slate tiled roof, with sold timber double-glazed sash and box-bay windows, and stunning conservatory.Accommodation comprises in brief; Entrance Hall, Dining Room, Kitchen & Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Drawing Room, Sitting Room, Gymnasium. Stairs rise from the Reception Hall to; First Floor Landing, Two Double Bedrooms, Shower Room, En-suite Double Bedroom, and spectacular Master Suite with Double Bedroom, Bathroom, Dressing Room. Stairs rise from the landing to the Second Floor with Two Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom, and Games Room.Outside to the rear is a magnificent veranda with terrace which is accessed via the Sitting Room. Beyond this is an extensive and level lawn which is surrounded by landscaped areas including planted borders and mature trees and shrub boundaries for privacy. To the back of the plot is a full size hard surface tennis court, and to one side the heated swimming pool. Steps lead down from the swimming pool area to a paved courtyard with feature fountain, from where the coach house is accessed.The coach house features a 27' x 15' garage to the ground floor, along with 2 changing rooms including showers and toilet. To the first floor are two bedrooms, shower room, and open-plan kitchen with living area.*We are obliged to disclose that an employee or an associate (or an associate of an employee) of Dorset Property has an interest in the property.

Immaculate listed Grade II family house in the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with further additional ancillary accommodation.DescriptionOn the market for only the second time in its history what is immediately noticeable on arrival at Didlington is the sense of privacy. The main house which forms the primary part of this cluster of buildings is accessed via a private road leading onto a gravelled driveway to the main house.The house is surrounded by extensive lawns running down to the chalk stream, creating a magical setting and a haven for wildlife. Didlington Farmhouse is Grade II listed and of striking red brick architecture. The house is believed to have been built in the late 18th century although internally it has been brought firmly into the twenty first century thanks to a comprehensive refurbishment and remodelling by the current owners.First impressions are superb, and the attention to detail in the work carried out is noticeable throughout. The entrance hall draws visitors into the magnificent kitchen with an open plan layout with the family sitting and dining areas. This is very much the heart of the property and the kitchen area has a vast island with space for informal dining at one end and one side of the room is almost entirely glass, giving wonderful views over the grounds towards the chalk stream and over the surrounding countryside.The glass door slides back to reveal a stone terrace, ideal for outdoor entertaining and summer drinks. The room is an L-shape with a vaulted ceiling over the sitting and dining areas and featuring a beautiful contemporary floating wood burner.The dining area looks over the rear courtyard with pond. Beyond the kitchen are the practical elements of the house including a large utility room and dog room/second utility with dog bath. At the rear of the house are two additional entrances leading to the courtyard and kitchen garden.Further reception rooms include a drawing room, accessed via the open plan kitchen, dining and sitting room with a delightful cosy feel and views over the courtyard garden. A study is situated off the entrance hall, ideal for those who need to work from home and there is an additional sitting room with charming bay window at the front of the house. The quality is outstanding throughout. The presentation and attention to detail continues to the first floor where there are five bedrooms, three of which have en suite facilities, and a further family bathroom. The principal bedroom is of particular note with a window of impressive width offering views over the stream and pond to the north of the house. The bathrooms are all finished to an exquisite standard and there is space in the loft to create further accommodation if required and subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.The Cottage with three bedrooms all en suiteThe Coach House with four bedrooms all en suiteAttached to the coach house is a double garageGardens, grounds and outbuildingsThe courtyard at the back of the house is flanked by a useful and attractive range of outbuildings with a pond running through the middle. The former piggery runs the entirewidth of the courtyard and has been refurbished to contain two workshops, a gym and estate office. Flanking the courtyard on one side is a stunning barn that has been painstakingly improved by the current owners to give numerous opportunities for its use including a party barn, studio, games room and more. Within the barn are two mezzanine levels. Further buildings include a double car port with store, connected to which is a home office with a kitchenette and WC. Accessed via a spur in the private road is an additional large agricultural barn with outside covered area currently used for storage. The grounds at Didlington Farmhouse match the quality of the house and buildings. Mature trees give a parkland feel to the gardens and the chalk stream provides a haven for various wildlife throughout the year. There are walkways and paths around the grounds and the large swathes of lawn gentle slope down to the stream. There is a productive kitchen garden to the rear of the house and numerous areas to sit and enjoy the outstanding views.LocationDidlington Farmhouse occupies a delightful, secluded position at the end of a private road with the River Allen running through the grounds.Situated in the sought after Cranborne Chase area of outstanding natural beauty and bordered by Crichel Estate land, the location offers the rare combination of privacy as well as the convenience of being just over five miles from Wimborne Minster.This popular Dorset town offers extensive shopping facilities including a Waitrose supermarket as well as a selection of restaurants, cafés and pubs.The coast is about 15 miles away with Bournemouth, Poole and Sandbanks offering sandy beaches, sailing as well as further restaurants, bars and cafés.The New Forest National Park is about 12 miles to the east and is an idyllic place for walking, cycling and riding.Communications in the area are excellent, with the A31 about nine miles to the south east connecting with the M27 and M3 giving access to London.There are direct rail services to London Waterloo from Poole, Bournemouth and Southampton Parkway stations.The area is well known for the quality of its schooling and there are a number of well-regarded schools nearby including preparatory schooling at Dumpton and Castle Court, senior schools include Bryanston, Canford, Sherborne & Milton Abbey.Square Footage: 3,065 sq ftAcreage:10.96 AcresDirectionsFrom Wimborne take the B3078 towards Cranborne and drive for approximately three and half miles going past the turning signposted to Witchampton. Continue along the Cranborne Road for about one more mile, turning left signposted to Didlington (opposite the turning to Chalbury). Proceed down this country lane for a quarter of a mile bearing left at the fork and Didlington Farmhouse will be seen on the right hand side.Additional InfoCouncil Tax Band H

Immaculate listed Grade II family house in the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with separate cottage, further additional ancillary accommodation.DescriptionOn the market for only the second time in its history what is immediately noticeable on arrival at Didlington is the sense of privacy. The main house which forms the primary part of this cluster of buildings is accessed via a private road leading onto a gravelled driveway to the main house.The house is surrounded by extensive lawns running down to the chalk stream, creating a magical setting and a haven for wildlife. Didlington Farmhouse is Grade II listed and of striking red brick architecture. The house is believed to have been built in the late 18th century although internally it has been brought firmly into the twenty first century thanks to a comprehensive refurbishment and remodelling by the current owners.First impressions are superb, and the attention to detail in the work carried out is noticeable throughout. The entrance hall draws visitors into the magnificent kitchen with an open plan layout with the family sitting and dining areas. This is very much the heart of the property and the kitchen area has a vast island with space for informal dining at one end and one side of the room is almost entirely glass, giving wonderful views over the grounds towards the chalk stream and over the surrounding countryside.The glass door slides back to reveal a stone terrace, ideal for outdoor entertaining and summer drinks. The room is an L-shape with a vaulted ceiling over the sitting and dining areas and featuring a beautiful contemporary floating wood burner.The dining area looks over the rear courtyard with pond. Beyond the kitchen are the practical elements of the house including a large utility room and dog room/second utility with dog bath. At the rear of the house are two additional entrances leading to the courtyard and kitchen garden.Further reception rooms include a drawing room, accessed via the open plan kitchen, dining and sitting room with a delightful cosy feel and views over the courtyard garden. A study is situated off the entrance hall, ideal for those who need to work from home and there is an additional sitting room with charming bay window at the front of the house. The quality is outstanding throughout. The presentation and attention to detail continues to the first floor where there are five bedrooms, three of which have en suite facilities, and a further family bathroom. The principal bedroom is of particular note with a window of impressive width offering views over the stream and pond to the north of the house. The bathrooms are all finished to an exquisite standard and there is space in the loft to create further accommodation if required and subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.The Cottage with three bedrooms all en suiteThe Coach House with four bedrooms all en suiteAttached to the coach house is a double garageVictoria Cottage with own access, gardens and grounds and three bedrooms.Gardens, grounds and outbuildingsThe courtyard at the back of the house is flanked by a useful and attractive range of outbuildings with a pond running through the middle. The former piggery runs the entirewidth of the courtyard and has been refurbished to contain two workshops, a gym and estate office. Flanking the courtyard on one side is a stunning barn that has been painstakingly improved by the current owners to give numerous opportunities for its use including a party barn, studio, games room and more. Within the barn are two mezzanine levels. Further buildings include a double car port with store, connected to which is a home office with a kitchenette and WC. Accessed via a spur in the private road is an additional large agricultural barn with outside covered area currently used for storage. The grounds at Didlington Farmhouse match the quality of the house and buildings. Mature trees give a parkland feel to the gardens and the chalk stream provides a haven for various wildlife throughout the year. There are walkways and paths around the grounds and the large swathes of lawn gentle slope down to the stream. There is a productive kitchen garden to the rear of the house and numerous areas to sit and enjoy the outstanding views.LocationDidlington Farmhouse occupies a delightful, secluded position at the end of a private road with the River Allen running through the grounds.Situated in the sought after Cranborne Chase area of outstanding natural beauty and bordered by Crichel Estate land, the location offers the rare combination of privacy as well as the convenience of being just over five miles from Wimborne Minster.This popular Dorset town offers extensive shopping facilities including a Waitrose supermarket as well as a selection of restaurants, cafés and pubs.The coast is about 15 miles away with Bournemouth, Poole and Sandbanks offering sandy beaches, sailing as well as further restaurants, bars and cafés.The New Forest National Park is about 12 miles to the east and is an idyllic place for walking, cycling and riding.Communications in the area are excellent, with the A31 about nine miles to the south east connecting with the M27 and M3 giving access to London.There are direct rail services to London Waterloo from Poole, Bournemouth and Southampton Parkway stations.The area is well known for the quality of its schooling and there are a number of well-regarded schools nearby including preparatory schooling at Dumpton and Castle Court, senior schools include Bryanston, Canford, Sherborne & Milton Abbey.Square Footage: 3,065 sq ftAcreage:11.87 AcresDirectionsFrom Wimborne take the B3078 towards Cranborne and drive for approximately three and half miles going past the turning signposted to Witchampton. Continue along the Cranborne Road for about one more mile, turning left signposted to Didlington (opposite the turning to Chalbury). Proceed down this country lane for a quarter of a mile bearing left at the fork and Didlington Farmhouse will be seen on the right hand side.Additional InfoCouncil Tax Band H