Guide price

£750,000

5 bed detached house for sale
Newbury, Gillingham, Dorset SP8

    • 5 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 3 receptions

  • EPC Rating: D

  • Freehold

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About this property

  • Substantial period home

  • Development potential

  • Five bedrooms

  • Flexible reception rooms

  • Commanding central location

  • A large plot of 0.56 acres

The Elms is a substantial red brick Victorian villa, occupying a commanding and enviable position in the heart of Gillingham. Standing proudly within 0.56 acres of well-established grounds, this period residence perfectly balances grand proportions with a versatile layout ideal for modern family life.

This property features a grand entrance hallway with original floor tiles and staircase, alongside bright, spacious reception rooms. The first floor hosts three double bedrooms and a family bathroom with bath and shower, while the versatile attic houses two additional bedrooms or a quiet home office. The property requires some updating throughout but offers a wonderful opportunity to new owners.

The Situation
Gillingham is an expanding town offering services to cater for most everyday requirements including Waitrose, Asda and Lidl supermarkets, pharmacy, bank, post office, doctors’ surgery, pubs and cafes. Gillingham enjoys a mainline railway station serving London Waterloo (2 Hours) and the West Country and is located just 4 miles from the A303 giving road access to the South West and London via the M3, whilst the A350 provides access to the coast. For more diverse shopping the towns of Yeovil and Salisbury are 30 – 45 minutes by car. The area provides a number of highly regarded state and independent primary and secondary schools and numerous leisure activities are on offer at the local leisure centre as well as golf, horse-riding, cycling and more in the vicinity.

Gardens & Grounds
The property is approached via a sweeping private driveway that curves through mature lawns, providing a grand sense of arrival and ample parking for multiple vehicles.
The rear garden is a true oasis in the centre of town. The private lawns are bordered by mature hedges and a selection of established fruit trees, offering a secure and tranquil environment for outdoor dining and play.
A detached double garage offers secure vehicle storage.
Note: Two trees have a Preservation Order.

A historic pre-application to demolish the house and build five news homes received a favourable response from Dorset Planning.

Services
Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property. A modern gas boiler provides heating and hot water. Ultrafast broadband is available and all phone networks have good coverage ( outside ).

Directions
Post Code. SP8 4JX
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