4-bedroom Detached for rent at Road To Melplash Court, Melplash, Bridport, DT6

A substantial two-storey house (over 300m2) in superb condition set in the beautiful West Dorset countryside. The property has been carefully renovated to preserve its character and many period features (must be viewed to be fully appreciated). At the same time, it also has numerous modern comforts, including underfloor heating across the ground floor, air source heat pump, fully refurbished bathrooms, and generous white goods (90cm Smeg range cooker, Bosch fridge freezer, Miele washing machine).

The kitchen, converted from a stable block, is over 30m2 (plus a walk-in pantry) and with its high ceiling also makes an excellent dining area. The rest of the ground floor contains a separate dining room, two substantial reception rooms, a study, and a large central hall with stairs leading to the first floor. Entrance porches at the front and the rear offer ample storage for coats, boots, etc. There are four double bedrooms upstairs – including a large master bedroom with ensuite bathroom (and dressing room), and similar sized guest bedroom. Both the ensuite bathroom and guest/family bathroom have separate showers and baths.

As per Ofcom broadband speed for the area are 48Mbps download/8Mbps upload, with high speed fibre broadband due to be installed in the next few months. Outdoors, 4G mobile coverage is noted as "Likely" (WiFi calling required indoors).   Energy efficiency is enhanced by the heat pump, coupled with an Economy 7 electricity meter (offering lower night time rates), as well as three woodburners (dining room, reception room, master bedroom).

The large garden on the north side (0.4 acres) features a lawn and mature trees offering fine views of the West Dorset countryside; plus a separate veg/flower bed (see photo). On one side the garden is bordered by 70m long stone wall which is over 2m tall, and on the other side the house & garden look out over extensive wildflower meadows, ponds & orchards, creating a peaceful and secure setting.

The property is accessed via a private drive (several hundred metres from the road turn-off), and there is courtyard parking for several vehicles. It is 4 miles to Bridport with its shops and amenities, and within easy reach of the spectacular Jurassic coast as well as Crewkerne station for the train to Waterloo.

Pets, furnishings and tenancy duration can be discussed after viewing.