Summary - Homecroft, Sandford Orcas DT9 4SD
5 bed 3 bath Detached
A generous rural family home with extensive outbuildings and paddock near Sherborne.
Substantial period farmhouse circa 1892, fully renovated in 2022
Set well back from the lane, this imposing late‑Victorian farmhouse occupies just under two acres and delivers truly generous accommodation across 10,774 sq ft. The house was comprehensively renovated in 2022 and presents five double bedrooms, four reception rooms, a large open‑plan kitchen/family room and three modern bathrooms — including two en‑suites. Mature gardens, a large farmyard, double garage, stables and substantial outbuildings create scope for hobby farming, equestrian use or subject‑to‑planning barn conversions.
The property balances period character with contemporary comfort: flagstone floors, exposed pine boarding, cast‑iron radiators and high ceilings sit alongside a fitted shaker kitchen, Neff appliances and quality sanitary ware. Southerly and westerly aspects from principal rooms capture wide countryside views; the sweeping gated drive and abundant parking serve large households or visiting guests with ease.
Practical points to note: heating is served by an oil boiler and listed environmental features include double glazing; an air‑source heat pump is also recorded but mains and fuel arrangements should be checked. Broadband speeds are very slow so remote working relies on alternative connectivity. The stone walls are likely historic construction and assumed to lack modern cavity insulation. Outbuildings and barn conversion potential require planning consent. Council tax is described as expensive. Overall this is a versatile, characterful country home best suited to buyers seeking space, rural lifestyle and development potential rather than a low‑maintenance lock‑up property.
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