9 bedroom detached house for sale

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9 bedroom detached house for sale

Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester, DT2.
£7,650,000

Price History

Initial price £8,000,000
14/09/24 £7,650,000
Price Change -4.38%

Description

This historic estate, Lot 1 Bingham's Melcombe, is a warm and welcoming family home with enormous charm and historical pedigree. The property has been in the same family for two generations and boasts a mix of 17th and 18th century panelling, elaborate chimney pieces, and original fireplaces. The estate's gardens and grounds are largely attributed to Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe and feature a series of terraces, a bowling green, a summer house, and a tennis court. The property also includes a thatched stable block, a garage block, and a mid-18th century dovecote. The estate's parkland and farmland stretch to the north and south, with open farmland to the west. The property is located in a hamlet, surrounded by open farmland, and is accessible to the nearby villages of Melcombe Bingham and Ansty. The estate offers a range of amenities, including a convenience store, and is close to a selection of prep schools and public schools. The guide price for the estate is £4,500,000.