9 bedroom detached house for sale

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9 bedroom detached house for sale

Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester DT2.
£7,645,000

Price History

Initial price £8,000,000
15/09/24 £7,650,000
09/12/24 £7,645,000
Price Change -4.44%

Description

This estate, Lot 1 Bingham's Melcombe, is a historic and charming family home with 103 acres of land, including formal gardens, a tennis court, and a dovecote. The house has been in the same family for two generations and features a mix of medieval, 17th, and 18th-century architectural styles. The property is approached through a 14th-century gatehouse and has a dramatic entrance drive. The gardens were designed by Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe and include a bowling green, summer house, and a Grade II listed dovecote. The estate also includes a thatched stable block, a garage block, and parkland and farmland. The property is located in a hamlet, one mile from the village of Melcombe Bingham, and is surrounded by open farmland. The estate is a unique and special opportunity for a family or individual looking for a country estate with a rich history and plenty of space.