5 bed country house for sale

East Dean, Salisbury, Hampshire SP5

A truly exceptional four/five bedroom, three bathroom family home with a one bedroom annex finished to the highest of standards.

Dane Mont has been meticulously renovated by the current owners and is a stunning family home situated between the desirable villages of West Dean and Lockerley.

Spanning 2800 sq ft the property has an abundance of versatile accommodation set over two floors. Upon entering the property, the level of detail in the refurbishment is very apparent from the moment you step through the front door. The entrance hall is spacious with attractive wooden floors and a fire place whilst acting as a wonderful focal point for the whole house. On the ground floor the accommodation comprises of, a drawing room which has a wood burning stove and adjoins the study through connecting wooden panel doors. This gives the option to either have a fabulous triple aspect entertaining or a cosier family space when required. There is a further reception room which has bespoke cabinetry and works well as a snug/playroom alongside the fourth double bedroom and downstairs shower room. The ground floor cumulates with the kitchen/dining room which is an absolute showstopper. It is triple aspect and bathed in natural light which is accentuated by the kitchen’s style and design. There are a number of integrated appliances, under counter storage units, a large pantry cupboard as well as a bespoke island. Moreover, there are two sets of bespoke aluminium doors leading out onto the garden (one set of bi fold doors and one set of French windows).

Moving upstairs, the principal bedroom has an en suite shower room, plenty of built in storage and fantastic views over the rear garden and surrounding countryside. There are two further double bedrooms upstairs to complement the family bathroom. As with the ground floor the design is focused around creating a wonderful light space benefiting from a modern finish. In addition, there is plenty of built in storage and the property benefits from double glazing throughout.

Dane Mont is situated in the rural village of East Dean which has a church, with a Post Office/store and primary school in nearby Lockerley and a railway station in West Dean. West Dean railway station is on the Salisbury – Southampton line and offers great access to schools in Salisbury including: Godolphin, Bishops Wordsworth and South Wilts. The nearby village of West Tytherley also offers a Post Office/store, public house, the village primary school, church, village hall, recreation ground and play area. The town of Stockbridge on the River Test and the abbey town of Romsey are both some ten miles distance, and the cathedral city of Salisbury is about twelve miles.

Dane Mont is well situated in the centre of the plot which is approaching 3⁄4 of an acre, ensuring that there is a wrap around garden and plenty of parking to the front of the property. There is a marvellous patio which offers the opportunity for alfresco dining and the garden is predominantly laid to lawn. The garden is bordered by mature hedges either side offering lots of privacy and there are two garden sheds at the end of the garden which offer useful storage options if needed.

In addition, the one bedroom annex has been tastefully finished and could offer the opportunity for either a further entertaining space, multi-generational living or a good source of income through Air B&B. As with the main house the annex has bi folding doors and a modern bathroom. The living room has a bar, bespoke windows and exposed beams which results in a unique space.

Furthermore, there is an outbuilding which houses the utility room and doubles up as a bar. Alongside the annex these buildings offer another focal point for entertaining and complement the house superbly.

Mains water and electricity.
Oil fired central heating.
Private drainage.

From our office in Salisbury, head onto the A36 towards Southampton. After 5.5 miles turn left onto the Grimstead Road. After 3.8 miles follow the road round to the right and onto Moody's Hill for 0.2 miles before truning onto East Dean Road. Dane Mont will be found on the right hand side after 2 miles.