* Freehold
* Four bedrooms
* Attic room
* Double garage and ample parking
* South facing garden
* Paddock land with stable
* No onward chain
An intriguing and substantial property located centrally in this sought after
village along with paddock land amounting to approximately 3. 5 acres.
Cradle House is a substantial property with some intriguing design aspects
such as the curved hall and landing walls, circular staircase and striking
arched fireplace in the drawing room. The property is presented in good order
with a good ‘flow’. The side door opens into a generous cloakroom split from
the utility room. Adjoining this is a W/C then the hall. Also from the utility
area is the kitchen which has solid wood cabinets arranged for maximum
storage. A door leads on to the garden room which is fully glazed on two sides
maximising the views and sun. A further door opens into the dining room which
also faces south and connects with the hall where there are two small steps up
into the large drawing room with its feature fireplace and French doors to the
garden. The circular stair well houses a substantial spiral staircase to the
landing, a mirror of the hall below. Two steps lead to the principle bedroom
with ample storage and spacious ensuite shower room.
**Situation**
Berwick St John is a delightful village nestled in a valley between the chalk
slopes of the West Wiltshire Downs and Win Green, in the heart of the
Cranborne Chase an Area of outstanding Natural Beauty. The parish includes
Ashcombe Park, part of Ferne Park and most of Rushmore Park and comprises
character and period properties. The village has a thriving community spirit
based around the Church and village hall. The nearby town of Shaftesbury ( 5
miles ) offers Tesco and Lidl supermarkets and a vibrant High Street with a
variety of national and independent retailers for your everyday needs
including opticians, dentist, doctors, and a cottage hospital. A small range
of amenities are available in the nearby villages of Ludwell and Broadchalke
which both have village shops, butchers, and primary schools. For more diverse
shopping the Cathedral City of Salisbury (17 miles) is accessible by road
along the A30 or by train from Tisbury station ( 6 miles ). There is a good
choice of state and independent primary and secondary schools in the area and
excellent communication links with the A303 (14 miles) providing access to
London and the Southwest as well as a mainline railway station at Tisbury.
**Outside**
The property is approached from the lane via a tarmacadam drive rising to the
front of the property where there is space to park several vehicles. A double
garage is sited to the left of the house and steps lead up to the garden which
envelopes the property mainly to the south and west sides. There are soft
fruit frames and vegetable beds, fruit trees and a variety of shrubs and
bushes planted throughout. A green house and shed are located on the eastern
side and the whole garden enjoys a sunny aspect and fabulous views.
Method of Sale
This property is for sale by Informal tender. Bids are to be submitted to the
Shaftesbury Office no later then 12. 00 noon on Thursday 7th March 2024. Please
contact the office for a bidding form.
**Council tax**
Wiltshire Council D
EPC: E
**Services**
Mains water and electricity are connected to the property. An oil fired boiler
provides heating and hot water. Solar panels also provide hot water. Calor gas
bottles are connected to the kitchen for cooking.
**Directions**
Post code: SP7 0HQ
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From the A30 just 3. 5 miles east of Shaftesbury turn right towards Berwick St
John. At the centre of the village, turn right onto Luke Street and the
property is located on the left.

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