House, Hammond Street, Mappowder, Sturminster Newton, Dorset

Glebe House is an impressive, detached property with a wealth of attractive character features, extensive accommodation and far-reaching gardens and grounds. Situated in the small and picturesque village of Mappowder and surrounded by rolling Dorset countryside, the property offers five well-presented bedrooms, while also benefitting from a detached annexe with further accommodation.

Ground-floor reception rooms include a generous drawing room with exposed timber beams, a fireplace, full-height windows and French doors opening to the front gardens. There is also an airy sitting room with a brick-built fireplace and a dual aspect, including French doors to the south-facing terrace for al fresco dining. Further living and entertaining space includes the formal dining room and the sunny conservatory, offering splendid views across the gardens, while the ground floor also has a well-equipped, open-plan kitchen and breakfast room with modern kitchen units, a range cooker, an Aga and a central island.

The stunning oak split staircase leads to a galleried landing, off which there are five double bedrooms, including the large principal bedroom, which features a vaulted ceiling with exposed eaves and benefits from a Juliet balcony overlooking the front gardens, and a large en suite bathroom. The second bedroom is also en suite and features dual French doors opening to a south-facing balcony, while the landing also leads to a dressing room and shared shower room. A further shower room is located on the ground level.