For sale by informal tender. All offers to be received by 12 noon on 26th September 2011 in writing to the Sole Agents, Symonds & Sampson LLP (Dorchester). The forms of tender and offer form are set out on the attached letter or in the property details . The bungalow enjoys an elevated setting backing onto farmland and with views over its garden to countryside beyond. The external elevations are predominantly reconstituted stone under a pitched tile roof. The bungalow has well proportioned rooms and will benefit from some updating through out. It is situated towards the southern end of the village, backing onto Lot 2, above which is St Mary's Church. Lot 2 - Guide £11,500 with 2.29 acres. Lot 3 - Guide £30,000 5.43 acres. Lot 4 - Guide £5,500 1.39 acres. Lot, 2, 3 and 4 are subject to an oral agriculral tenancy.

The Old Byre is a detached property of brick and stone elevations under a pitched tiled roof. The former dairies and cow barns were converted in the mid 1990s to part residential and part holiday let and office accommodation but has always been used as a single residential dwelling. The current accommodation is particularly adaptable and spacious with plenty of character and good sized rooms. The property offers a number of income earning opportunities as well as a family home. Part of the property has accommodation over two floors with spacious reception and living rooms and ground floor annexe while the remainder is on the ground floor. Outside there are gardens and grounds of about three quarters of an acre with the garden adjoining open fields. The Old Byre is located in beautiful, tranquil countryside yet just under 2 miles from Gillingham with all its amenities, traditional High Street, Waitrose and mainline station to London Waterloo.

A residential farm of approximately 18.80 Acres (7.60 Ha.) thought to be of particular interest to those with horses. In an elevated rural location with access to a myriad of bridleways providing excellent hacking in the surrounding downland countryside. Planning permission has been obtained to replace the existing 3 bedroom bungalow with a traditional style 4 bedroom farmhouse together with a garage/office and stables.

A detached 3 bedroom farmhouse with a useful range of farm buildings and an excellent block of free draining arable/pasture land, suitable for equestrian or agricultural use. In all about 42.94 acres (17.37 ha).

Eastcliff comprises a most attractive 3 bedroom detached period residence built principally of a flintstone construction under a slate roof, set in grounds of approximately 19 acres. The character-rich accommodation provides 2 principal reception rooms with period features to include part exposed stone walling and open fireplaces, enhanced by a blend of stone and timber flooring combined with modern-day conveniences such as a LPG gas Aga and central heating system. The accommodation is set over 3 floors with the majority enjoying stunning rural views over its own grounds and the popular Marshwood Vale. The gardens and grounds extend in total to approximately 19 acres, having been extensively landscaped to provide a haven for wildlife providing various ponds and terraced sections. Within the grounds is an individual timber fronted annexe which provides auxiliary accommodation having been finished to an exceptionally high specification. There is also a plunge pool, bespoke summerhouse and range of timber stables.

Oak Cottage is a substantial detached five bedroom farmhouse-style property situated in a peaceful, rural location with stunning views. Built in 1989 of stone elevations under a thatched roof the house is individually designed and built with excellent attention to detail. Oak Cottage has a great deal of farmhouse character and charm yet being only a little over 20 years old has the benefit of modern living and maintenance. The well appointed family accommodation is over 3,000 sq ft and flows very well with the main reception rooms and kitchen accessed from a large central entrance hall, also having staircase to the first floor with beautiful Newel post. The sitting room has a Victorian fireplace and is dual aspect with views to the front and over the garden. Bi-fold glazed doors then open into the garden room which is also dual aspect, with oak framed windows and honed slate floor which continues into the kitchen. This room also has French doors to the garden with far-reaching views. The well equipped family kitchen/breakfast room fitted in 2008 has an oil fired Rayburn, built-in twin oven and Neff touch hob with extractor fan over, fitted dishwasher, double Belfast sink, mixer tap and stylish splash backs. There is an excellent range of wall mounted and floor standing units with Quartz work surfaces. At one end of the kitchen there is a hatch to the dining room and at the other end a door opens into the large 18' utility/workroom with good range of fitted cupboards and doors to garage and garden. The first floor has five double bedrooms two of which have ensuite bath and shower rooms and there is a family bathroom and a spacious landing. All the windows in the house are hardwood and double glazed. The garden surrounds the house and adjoining it is a paddock with stone and timber barn. There are stunning, panoramic far-reaching views and Oak Cottage stands in 1.92 acres. (0.77 ha).

Silver Mead comprises a well proportioned individual country house (& 3 additional holiday lets) providing versatile living accommodation with 2 principal reception rooms and 3 double bedrooms, the majority enjoying far reaching rural views over adjoining countryside and established fishing lake and 15 acres. The bright and spacious accommodation has been enhanced with the introduction of en-suite facilities, oil central and uPVC double glazing with the master suite enjoying a balcony. Silver Mead is approached by a tree lined drive via a stone pillared entrance way, nestled in approximately 15 acres. Within the grounds are 3 holiday lets producing a welcome income, currently available through www.Cottages4U.co.uk (Reference 24996). The current vendor created the cottages and has been letting for approximately 1 year (detailed statement of accounts available upon request). There is also planning consent for the erection of a garage.

A four bedroom single storey dwelling on the site of a former large Manor House. Situated in a glorious position on a private estate 32.87acres (13.30ha) of parkland and woodland. The property would be an ideal footprint for a much larger dwelling, subject to planning permission. Turnworth House is a single storey dwelling built of timber construction with cedar wood boarding and a cedar shingle roof. There is also a small pond on the left of the drive as you enter the estate. On entering the Turnworth Estate, Turnworth House is the first property with some fine specimen trees flanking the entrance. The garden is secluded by mature, well kept hedges. The property has the following accommodation:- Entrance Hall, Cloakroom, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Boiler Room, 4 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Separate Cloakroom, Study

A fine country house providing excellent accommodation with numerous outbuildings in a secluded estate. In all about 1 acre (0.4ha). The accommodation is both luxurious and practical and the property benefits from being in a position where wonderful walks into open countryside can be enjoyed. Okeden House is approached through a gated private estate passing a pond, open fields and a few houses before opening onto open farmland. Built of brick and flint below a slate roof, Okeden House has been designed as a good sized family home with five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The large rooms are ideal for entertaining. The outbuildings provide storage and garaging.

A charming 3 bedroom Mill House in a stunning location with attached cottage, farm buildings, stables, barns, lakes and farmland. In all approximately 53 acres (21.7ha).

A fine example of a Dorset Country House dating from the Jacobean period with later additions. This lovely house with up to 10 bedrooms sits in stunning West Dorset countryside with mature gardens and trees around. Easy access to Bridport, the coast and the pretty town of Beaminster. The rear of the house provides secondary accommodation and the house has plenty of period features, a lovely Victorian conservatory, coach house and walled garden. About 9.135 acres of land including the house, grounds and paddocks.