3 bed bungalow for sale

Burges Close, Marnhull, Sturminster Newton DT10

A tastefully updated three bedroom detached bungalow, full rewired with new gas boiler, set in a generous corner plot and with planning permission to extend. Sought after village location. Secure gardens and garage. Option of no onward chain

gth are pleased to offer this superb detached bungalow which offers spacious accommodation set in a peaceful, yet central village location. Under the current ownership the property has been tastefully updated to a high standard, including landscaping of the gardens, re-decoration, insulation upgrades, renewed flooring, bathroom upgrade, internal cottage style doors and electrical system rewire, to list but a few of the many fantastic improvements. The result is a comfortable and convenient home which is presented in excellent order and takes full advantage of the wonderful position, generous plot and wealth of natural light with a great degree of flexibility throughout the accommodation.
Internally the accommodation is very well proportioned with a healthy sense of separation between the reception rooms and the bedrooms. Accessed from the porch and wide, welcoming entrance hall the three bedrooms are all of generous proportions, the largest two enjoy double proportions with a bathroom comprising panelled bath with shower screen and power shower, pedestal sink and wc. Planning permission principle established to add ensuite side extension, if buyers wish to re-apply-p/hou/2022/05201.
The sitting / dining room is an ideal space available for every occasion with a feature open fireplace and bright southerly aspect.
Domestically the property is well equipped with excellent storage, a sizeable garage with a refitted utility area and plentiful storage within the kitchen as well as space for a breakfast table. The fitted kitchen is equipped with hide and slide units and integrated appliances to include a Whirlpool eye level double electric oven and grill, four ring hob with extractor hood and space for a dishwasher.
Services & outgoings

Mains water, electric and drainage. Gas central heating, new gas boiler. Council tax band E. Rewired in 2021. Solar Panels installed February 2026 and solar hot water boost.
Additional information

Broadband: FTTP-Ultrafast broadband is available-highest available download speed 1000 Mbps, highest available upload speed 220 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, three and vodafone. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.
Flooding: The property is in an area at a very low risk from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).

22 Burges Close is set in an appealing location on the edge of the village of Marnhull, just outside the conservation area. Marnhull is a picturesque village in North Dorset in the Blackmore Vale area, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The village is celebrated for its association to Thomas Hardy and was called Marlott in Tess of the d’Urbervilles. There are excellent amenities which include a post office and award winning Robin Hill Stores, newsagents and general stores, a hairdresser, a village hall, a gp surgery with pharmacy attached and two pubs with restaurants which are within reasonable walking distance. There are two primary schools in the village itself and secondary schools at Gillingham, Sturminster Newton or Shaftesbury which are all nearby. The village has a thriving community with a great choice of clubs and activities to suit all ages. Sporting opportunities are also catered for with a cricket club, football club and pitch, and a tennis club and court.

The bungalow is well set back and screened from the village road, having an excellent frontage and extensive side garden. There is a driveway leading to the single garage with power, and side access to the rear gardens. The gardens are a further feature being attractively laid out, well stocked and affording good privacy. The front garden includes a lawn and a whole range of established shrubs. There is pedestrian access to both sides of the bungalow. The rear garden is fully enclosed and enjoys an feature ornamental pond. It also includes a paved terrace, areas of lawn and again a whole range of established shrubs and an apple tree plus a detached timber shed/summerhouse which has power.