Situation
Cranborne 6 miles, Blandford 8 miles, Salisbury 14 miles, Wimborne 18 miles, Bournemouth 26 miles Mainline Train Services: Salisbury to London (Waterloo) 90 mins. Airports: Bournemouth International 26 miles. The Paddocks lies between the hamlet of Cashmoor to the north and the small village of Gussage St Michael to the south and is tucked off the main A354 as it runs through the Cranborne Chase and West Wilts Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The nearest amenities include the village stores at Cranborne, public houses at Cashmoor and the sister village of Gussage All Saints. A wider range of shops and amenities are at Blandford, Salisbury and Wimborne, all within easy reach.

Education
The area abounds with good schools including Sandroyd, Canford, Clayesmore, Bryanston, St Mary’s Shaftesbury, Forres Sandle Manor at Fordingbridge and the girls and boys grammar schools in Salisbury. For further details see www.isc. co.uk for independent schools and www.1.dorsetforyou.com/ learning for state schools information.

Local, Sporting & Recreational
There are numerous sporting and recreational opportunities: the local area has numerous bridleways and footpaths popular with horse riders and walkers alike. Walkers can also enjoy Larmer Tree Gardens and Moors Valley Country Park. There is racing at Salisbury, Wincanton and Newbury. Golf can be played at Tollard Royal. Sailing and water sports can be enjoyed along the south coast. See www. visit-dorset.org.uk for more details.

The Paddocks
The Paddocks has been developed over the last 6 years into the thriving smallholding it is now, with a beautifully presented family home. The holding could be continued in its present form or diversified into a number of alternative equestrian, leisure or commercial uses subject to obtaining the relevant planning consents.

House - Lot 1
A delightful rendered brick house with tiled roof extending to some 4,090 ft2 (GEA). The current owners have extended and renovated the house to a high standard throughout using reclaimed brick and oak timbers and oak doors; with a lot of thought going into the positioning of the windows and balcony to capture the morning and afternoon sun whilst enjoying the views across their own and neighbouring land.

Accommodation
• Large open plan Kitchen/Dining Room with bespoke kitchen units, Rangemaster cooker, slate floor with under floor heating, dining area with vaulted ceiling supported by an oak truss and gallery over, French doors to terrace, windows to two aspects creating a light filled room taking in the morning sun. • Sitting Room with Inglenook fireplace amp; wood burning stove and French doors opening onto a terrace receiving the afternoon sun. • Family Room currently used as a home cinema. • Study with good broadband connection. • Master Bedroom with en-suite Shower Room amp; balcony, a further 3 Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower cubicle. • Boot Room/Utility with Belfast sink, work surface, range of cupboards, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, oil-fired boiler, tiled floor. Door to outside.

Outside
• Gravel Driveway and parking area for several vehicles. • The Gardens are to the front and side of the house, mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs providing seclusion; paved terrace on the east elevation and decked terrace on the west elevation. • Heated Swimming Pool with Roman style steps and under water lighting set into a stone terrace. Pool House with pumps, filter amp; heat exchanger. • Duck pond with island and duck house.

Outbuildings
All buildings benefit from water and electricity and comprise:- • Stable Block: L-shaped timber frame with corrugated roof amp; canopy, concrete floors, comprises 4 boxes (12’ x 12‘) amp; feed/ tack room. Lean-to Store to rear. • General Barn: (43’ x 21’6) timber frame with corrugated roof, concrete floor. • Workshop: (21’ x 12) timber frame with corrugated roof, concrete floor. • Polytunnel

Land
The land lies to the north of the property and is split into four post amp; rail fenced paddocks, each with a water supply. There is also an area of mature strawberry beds adjacent to the polytunnel. A winterbourne runs along the western boundary. In all Lot 1 amounts to some 5 acres (2.04 ha).

Agent's Notes
Property Misdescriptions Act 1991 Fox Grant and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

Health & Safety
Given the potential hazards of a working smallholding we would ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around buildings and machinery. Children must be supervised by their parents on site.

Plans, Areas & Schedules
These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and calculated by the vendor’s agents, however the purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof.

Town & Country Planning
The property is sold subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient monument orders, town planning schedules and resolutions, which may or may not come into force. Purchasers will be deemed to have full knowledge and have satisfied themselves as to the provisions of any such matters affecting the estate.

Rights of Way
There are no rights of way across the property. The lane leading to The Paddocks and Ogden Down Farm (marked yellow on the sale plan) is owned by The Paddocks with Ogden Down Farm having a right of access over it.

Authorities
East Dorset District Council Tel: 01202 886201 Dorset County Council Tel: 01395 221000

Council Tax
Band ‘E’

Services
Mains water and electricity, private drainage to a septic tank, oil-fired central heating. Calor gas for Rangemaster cooker.

Tenure
The Paddocks is sold freehold with vacant possession given upon completion.

Fixtures & Fittings
Unless mentioned specifically all fixture, fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale but may be available by negotiation.

Particulars
Prepared in January 2010. Photos by Jon Stone and Simon Barnes.

Directions
From Salisbury head south west along the A354, for approximately 14 miles, towards Blandford. At the Cashmoor crossroads turn left signposted to Gussage St Michael. Continue along the lane for approximately 500 yards and the entrance lane will be found on the right. Turn onto the lane, and the entrance to The Paddocks will be found shortly on the right hand side. Post Code BH21 5JE

Viewings
All viewings strictly by appointment through the agents on 01722 782727. For further information or to book a viewing please contact William Grant or Sara Netherway.

Property Misdescriptions Act 1991 Fox Grant and their clients give notice: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Fox Grant has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.