Ref: 1397 Eccliffe Cottage

GILLINGHAM

Shaftesbury 5 miles.

A small bustling North Dorset market town in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, well served by a good selection of local shops, inns and restaurants. The town was immortalised by John Constable's famous painting of The Old Town Bridge, which now hangs in the Tate Gallery. The Blackmore Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is part of the Stour Valley, vividly depicted by Thomas Hardy in Tess of The D'Urbervilles, as 'Vale of the little dairies', with lush green countryside and a 'patchwork quilt' of fields. The area abounds with pretty rural walks and offers numerous National Trust properties and historic houses within a short drive, such as Stourhead, Longleat and Wilton, whilst the wonderful Dorset Heritage Coast is also an easy drive.

The Property: Eccliffe Cottage

Gillingham 3 miles. A superb wing of a sandstone and brick property, set down a country lane in a peaceful location just three miles from the market town of Gillingham in North Dorset. Originally two quarrymen's cottages dating back to the early nineteenth century, Eccliffe Cottage has been cleverly renovated to form a delightful self-contained holiday home, set in a large lawned garden and boasting beamed bedrooms, lovely wooden floors and a cosy sitting room. Enjoy the many local country walks close to the River Stour, or within an easy drive can be found Stourhead House and gardens, Longleat House and wild-life park, Shaftesbury, Salisbury and Stonehenge. Adjacent to the property is a BHS approved Riding School offering quality tuition and riding holidays to both adults and children.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 2 x single. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, basin and WC. Superb split-level fitted kitchen with dining area. Large utility room. Cosy sitting room.

Amenities

Oil fired central heating throughout. Range-style electric oven and hob (with griddle), microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, colour TV, radio etc. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen inc. in rent. Off road parking for two cars. Enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture. Sorry no pets and no smoking. Shop 1 mile, pub 3 miles. Note: This property accepts children aged 5 yrs and over only.