5 bed detached bungalow for sale

Slough Lane, Horton, Wimborne BH21

A detached 5 bedroom bungalow for renovation or replacement (STPP/consents), with a range of outbuildings in grounds of about 1.60 acres (0.64 hectares), in a rural location on a no-through lane. For sale by Public Auction on Friday 16 May 2025 at Merley House, Wimborne BH21 3AA

Public Auction

Friday 16 May 2025 at Merley House, Wimborne, BH21 3AA and via Livestream

The Property

Situated in a rural position and accessed via an unmade, no through lane, this substantial detached bungalow provides scope for renovation/remodelling or replacement subject to the required planning permission/consents. The current accommodation measures 1,824 sqft./169.4 sqm. And comprises reception hall, sitting/dining room, kitchen, 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. There are a range of dilapidated outbuildings providing excellent potential including a barn and former aviary, off-road parking for several vehicles, and grounds of about 1.60 acres. The property enjoys delightful views over the surrounding countryside.

Situation

Slough Lane is located to the east of Horton village and is well placed for easy access to the surrounding areas of Verwood, Three Legged Cross, West Moors and the historic town of Wimborne Minster for local amenities and shopping facilities. The larger towns of Ringwood (7 miles), Poole, and Bournemouth (both 15 miles) are within easy reach with further facilities including mainline stations to London Waterloo. There are good road links nearby via the A31 with routes to Salisbury (A338), London, and Southampton (M3/M27).

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Services

Mains water and electricity. Private drainage**

Local Authority

Dorset Council - Council Tax Band E

Agents Notes

We understand the property is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. Please refer to the letter dated 26 April 1978 in the legal pack. We are advised that the solar panels are owned outright however our client has no further knowledge. **The septic tank may not comply with current regulations and buyers should factor the cost to replace the system into their maximum bid. Standard broadband available. Mobile network coverage limited to none indoors. Likely from most providers outside. Full planning permission has been granted for the conversion of an existing stable block to 3 x holiday units to the north east of the property at Knobs Crook. Planning ref: P/ful/2023/05767. The property is situated within the Greenbelt.

Solicitor

Harold G Walker
Wimborne BH21 1NF Email tbc