Behind the private gated entrance, in a prime location lies Newlands Manor House. Elevated on 3.5 unparalleled acres overlooking the Stour Valley, this masterfully renovated 10 000 square foot Victorian home is one of the most impressive property opportunities in the United Kingdom.
This fully updated smart home merges Victorian charm with modern-day convenience with under-floor heating, 3-phase electric, fully insulated with walls of windows that maximize panoramic views of landscaped grounds and the valley beyond.
Newlands is perfectly set up for both everyday living as well as large-scale entertaining. The grand entrance foyer leads to spacious open-plan formal and living areas. The magnificent gourmet kitchen with Wolf/Sub-Zero equipment opens out to an incredible oversized patio fire pit and patio area so you can enjoy entertaining with exceptional indoor/outdoor flow.
Downstairs is your own private spa oasis. Made up of a heated pool with a swim jet, oversized hot tub, steam room, Yoga area with change room, wet bar, and full bathroom facilities.
The spacious primary suite with a sitting area has 2 walk-in closets and an ensuite bathroom with separate vanities. The main house has 3 further bedroom suites that all have ensuite bathrooms and walk-in closets and a fully self-contained staff flat/guest accommodation.
Separate accommodation on the property is created in a 1,367-square-foot modern cottage with private access, a wildlife pond, and grounds.
The magnificently landscaped gardens include a formal walled garden, wildflower meadow, bespoke 3-level tree-house, and all-weather sports court.
This is a rare opportunity to obtain an extraordinary generational home.
Amenities:
– Large outbuilding
– Picturesque landscape garden
– Basketball Court
– Master Bedroom with En-suite and Walk-Through Dressing Room
– Private Driveway
– Indoor Pool
– Modern Detached Cottage
– Sauna and Steam Room
Enchanting History
A magnificent property with a fascinating history and a one-of-a-kind architectural design. Sir Charles Walters Oyly constructed the original house in 1884 following distinguished military service in India. The Oyly family resided on the property until the late 1970s. The present owners have extensively and completely modernized the interior, as well as built substantial outdoor gardens and additional buildings, to make this a truly exquisite home.
Education
The area is renowned for its excellent schools. These include Bryanston, Canford, St. Mary’s Shaftesbury, St Antony’s Leweston, Downside, Clayesmore, Milton Abbey, and Sherborne Boys and Girls Schools. Prep Schools include Castle Court, Dumpton, Port Regis, Sandroyd, Hanford, Bryanston Knighton House, Clayesmore Prep, Sherborne Prep and Hazlegrove. In addition, there is an excellent local state sector schools including The Blandford School, Queen Elizabeth School and Corfe Hills School, and Poole and Bournemouth Grammars.
Sporting and Recreation
Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury and Bath. Golf at Sherborne, Tollard Royal and Blandford Forum. Walking and riding and cycling in the surrounding countryside. Watersports on the south coast.