Winterborne Zelston, Blandford Forum, DT11

An exceptional countryside home with stunning 400 sq/m pond, annexe potential, and scope to personalise — offered with no onward chain.

Set within 1.39 acres in the desirable village of Winterborne Zelston, this substantial property offers approximately 3,567 sq ft of versatile living space, together with a rare opportunity to tailor both the house and its grounds to your own taste.

The beautifully established gardens provide a true sanctuary, with lawns, mature trees, a hidden fish pond, and the showpiece 400 square metre Pond — an outstanding feature that brings both beauty and tranquillity. Beyond the gardens lies a paddock with a timber field shelter/stable building built on a sold concrete base, ideal for equestrian pursuits or outdoor activities. The extensive outbuildings present excellent annexe potential, making the property highly adaptable for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or dedicated hobby and work spaces.

Inside, a timber conservatory with dual French doors connects seamlessly to the garden, creating a natural flow between indoor and outdoor living. The spacious lounge, centred around a stone open fireplace, leads into the dining room, providing an inviting setting for both family life and entertaining. The fitted kitchen includes integrated appliances and a breakfast bar, complemented by a versatile study for home working or as required a perhaps a 5th Bedroom. A practical utility room, double garage with electric roller door, and an aviary room and two further ground floor cloakrooms add to the home’s functionality.

Upstairs, the master suite enjoys a double-aspect outlook, dressing area, and en-suite bathroom. Solar panels enhance energy efficiency and help reduce running costs. The property is offered with no onward chain, making it a compelling opportunity for buyers.

Scope for Personalisation
The house and plot offers exciting potential for improvement and customisation. Both the house and gardens provide ample scope to update, extend, or landscape, enabling the next owner to create a truly bespoke countryside retreat.

Key Features

• Expansive 1.39-acre plot with mature gardens and sweeping lawns

• Striking 400 sq/m pond and paddock beyond.

• Annexe potential via versatile outbuildings – ideal for multi-generational living or guest accommodation

• Approx. 3,567 sq/ft of living space with scope to personalise and improve

• Offered with no onward chain

Entrance Porch

A welcoming glazed entrance porch with a sliding door, providing an inviting entry to the front door of the home.

Entrance Hall

A grand and spacious entrance hall sets the tone for the rest of the property, offering access to all principal ground floor rooms. A staircase ascends to the first-floor landing, enhanced by a large front-facing window that bathes the space in natural light.

Cloakroom

A convenient cloakroom featuring a WC and basin, with a side-facing window allowing for natural ventilation and light.

Study / 5th Bedroom

The study is a bright and airy space, benefiting from a double aspect that floods the room with light. It comes fully equipped with a range of fitted office furniture, ideal for a productive home working environment. Alternatively it could be used as a 5th ground floor bedroom.

Sitting Room

The sitting room is impressively spacious, boasting a double aspect that allows for plenty of natural light. A striking open fireplace with a stone surround and a recessed area for logs serves as the room’s focal point, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A charming stone archway leads seamlessly through to the adjoining dining room.

Dining Room

This generously proportioned dining room offers ample space for a large dining table and chairs, perfect for entertaining guests. Drinks cabinet with lighting and shelving behind elegant glazed doors provides a stylish storage solution. Sliding patio doors open out into the conservatory, blending indoor and outdoor living.

Conservatory

A beautifully crafted timber conservatory located on the west side of the property, offering a tranquil space to relax and enjoy the garden views. Two sets of double French doors open out into the side and rear garden, while return sliding doors lead back into the breakfast room, creating a harmonious flow throughout the home.

Breakfast Room

This versatile space offers plenty of room for a dining table and chairs, making it an ideal spot for casual family meals. Alternatively, it could serve as a cozy snug area. An opening connects this room directly to the kitchen, enhancing the open-plan feel.

Kitchen

The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a range of base-level cupboards and drawers complemented by matching wall cabinets, providing ample storage. A peninsula breakfast bar offers space for stools, making it a perfect spot for quick meals. The kitchen is equipped with integrated appliances, including a fridge freezer, ceramic four-ring hob with extractor above, oven, and grill. A stainless steel one and a half bowl sink with a drainer is positioned under the rear-facing window, offering delightful views of the garden, with an additional side-facing window for extra light.

Utility Room

The utility room mirrors the style of the kitchen, featuring matching cupboards and wall cabinets. There is ample space for a washing machine, tumble dryer, and an additional appliance. A stainless steel sink with a drainer is situated beneath a rear-facing window, overlooking the rear garden. A built-in large larder cupboard for food tins, jars etc and ideal for household essentials.

Potting Room (Rear Conservatory)

The potting room conservatory is a large functional room, which connects the utility room to the gardener’s toilet, where there is plenty of space for a chest freezer and the double garage. It features sliding patio doors and a solid perspex roof, allowing light to flood the space. An electric night storage heater ensures the room remains warm and functional year-round.

First Floor Landing

The first-floor landing is generously sized, leading to all bedrooms, the family shower room, and a walk-in airing cupboard with slatted shelving and a hot water cylinder. A side-facing window enhances the space with natural light. Alarm system is also situated here to activate at night.

Aviary Room

Accessible from the rear garden, this unique aviary room includes cupboards and a sink positioned below a side-facing window. The room leads into an internal aviary, as well as external wire aviaries, making it a perfect space for bird enthusiasts.

Master Bedroom Suite

The master bedroom suite is an exceptional space, featuring a large double bedroom with a double aspect, filling the room with light. The suite includes fitted bedroom furniture and an elegant archway leading to the dressing area, which also boasts matching fitted wardrobes and drawers. A side-facing window offers additional light, while eaves access provides extra storage space and houses an additional hot water cylinder. Access to the loft space is also available, which has electric lights.

En-Suite

The en-suite bathroom comprises of a panelled jacuzzi spa bath, complete with a thermostatic shower, a bidet, WC, and pedestal basin. A front-facing opaque window ensures privacy while allowing natural light to filter through. The fully tiled walls add a sophisticated finish.

Bedroom Two

A large double bedroom, tastefully furnished with a range of fitted furniture and wardrobes, with a side-facing window that provides ample natural light.

Bedroom Three

Another well-proportioned double bedroom, featuring two double fitted wardrobes and an additional single cupboard for ample storage. A side-facing window ensures the room is bright and welcoming.

Bedroom Four

A comfortable double bedroom, fitted with wardrobes and a side-facing window, making it a bright and functional space.

Shower Room

The shower room comprises of a walk-in shower cubicle equipped with a thermostatic shower, a bidet, WC, and a pedestal basin. A heated towel rail adds comfort, while a rear-facing window offers views over the garden.

Front Garden

The property is accessed through a five-bar gate, leading to a gravel driveway with ample parking space and direct access to the double garage. Adjacent to the driveway, a lawn area with mature shrubs and trees ensures privacy. On the North side of the property, double timber gates and a pedestrian gate lead to the rear garden, providing additional convenience and security. Useful brick built sheds with outside electric power.

Rear Garden

The rear garden is a true highlight of the property, offering a large expanse of lawn surrounded by mature shrubs and trees, ensuring complete seclusion and privacy. A rear patio with a pergola sits adjacent to the house, creating a perfect space for outdoor dining and relaxation. A large hidden pond enclosed by post and rail fencing, add to the garden’s natural charm and with further landscaping could be opened up to provide even more of a feature and views. The garden extends into a paddock area, complete with various mature trees and a timber field shelter/stable. An additional side garden area provides access to the front garden, has a BBQ area complete with outdoor electric.

Parking - Double garage

A spacious double garage, complete with an electric roller door, power, and lighting, providing secure and convenient storage for vehicles and tools. Outside security lights

Disclaimer

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