3 bed detached bungalow for sale

Silton, Gillingham, Dorset SP8

Set in a rural location and believed to date to the late 1960s/1970s, this fabulous detached bungalow offers spacious, light-filled accommodation with views across its land to the countryside beyond. Thoughtfully updated and beautifully maintained, the property blends classic charm with modern convenience, creating a home that is both welcoming and versatile.

Approached via a private drive, the bungalow enjoys a elevated position and is within walking distance of all the village's amenities. Nearby Bourton provides everyday essentials and nearby Wincanton, Mere, and the historic market town of Gillingham offer further facilities, with Gillingham also boasting a mainline railway station to London Waterloo and Exeter.

Inside, the accommodation is generous and well-planned. A spacious kitchen with adjoining utility room serves as the heart of the home, complemented by a light-filled sitting room and dining room. Three well-proportioned bedrooms are served by a stylish family bathroom and a separate shower room, making it ideal for both families and guests. Outside, the property truly comes into its own. The gardens are a delight, with lawns, mature planting, and a private courtyard area perfect for entertaining.

Beyond the garden, the land extend to just under three acres, offering huge potential for a variety of uses—whether stabling and equestrian pursuits, space for children to play, or even the chance to explore self-sufficiency with orchards, vegetable gardens, or small livestock. A gated driveway provides ample parking and leads to a substantial double garage, while the land itself adds an exciting dimension of opportunity to the property.

This is a rare chance to acquire a beautifully presented home in an idyllic setting, with space, privacy, and scope to create the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.

The Property

Accommodation

Inside

Upon entering the bungalow, you step into a bright and spacious entrance hall with ample space for shoes and coats. This home offers a spacious and sociable living space with a sitting room and separate dining room, both enjoying far reaching countryside views.

The kitchen is well equipped with a modern kitchen which offers plenty of eye and floor level storage cupboards, as well as a separate drawer unit for cutlery and kitchen utensils. There is an electric hob, oven, extractor fan, an integrated fridge and space for white goods. Adjacent to the kitchen is a separate utility space with doors leading into the additional entrance hall with doors to the garage, storage cupboard and shower room.

There are three generously sized bedrooms, all of which are light filled from the large windows. The family bathroom serves the three bedrooms and benefits from a bath with an overhead shower, vanity style wash hand basin and a low level WC.

Outside

Parking and Garage
There is a gated driveway leading up to the parking where there is ample space for multiple vehicles or for a horse box, boat, motor home or caravan. There is a large double garage which can be accessed via the up and over door or from the property. Double gates open to a further enclosed area where the oil tank is located, plus a timber shed and with potential to create an access into the land.

Garden
Set in a desirable location, this property enjoys a generous wrap-around garden with far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside and its land. The large front garden is mainly laid to lawn and framed by mature trees and established shrubs, offering both space and a high degree of privacy. To the side of the property, a separate paved courtyard offers excellent potential — ideal for outdoor entertaining and could easily be adapted to suit your own needs . A paved area to the front also provides convenient off-road parking.

The Land

This lies to the side of the bungalow giving it great security and with potential for direct access. There is also a gate from the lane, which is ideal if you wish to rent the land out. There is plenty of scope for a field shelter or to build stables (subject to the necessary permissions). There is also ample space to the rear of the bungalow for further outbuilding development. The land is about two acres and bordered by mature hedgerow. It offers immense variety as to its usage - pastureland, play space or perhaps a delve into self-sufficiency.

Useful Information

Energy Efficiency Rating E
Council Tax Band E
Oil Fired Central Heating
UPVC Double Glazing
Sewage Treatment Plant
Freehold
2.8 Acres of Land

Location And Directions

Silton is a pretty rural village tucked into the Blackmore Vale, close to the Somerset border and just a short distance from Bourton and the market town of Gillingham. Surrounded by rolling countryside, it is well known for its peaceful setting and strong sense of community. Despite its tranquil feel, Silton is well placed for everyday amenities. Nearby Bourton offers a village shop, primary school, and popular pub, while Gillingham provides a wider selection of supermarkets, schools, leisure facilities, and a mainline railway station with direct services to London Waterloo and Exeter. The larger towns of Shaftesbury and Wincanton are also within easy reach, adding further shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities. The village is perfect for those seeking countryside living with excellent access to transport links and day-to-day conveniences.
Postcode - SP8 5DF
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