Extending in excess of 2,100 sq ft of accommodation, the property has been thoughtfully planned around a spectacular open-plan living space, where a soaring fan-vaulted ceiling, exposed timber structure and sweeping glazed elevation create an extraordinary sense of volume and light. Framed by mature gardens, the principal reception room seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor living through full-height glazing and wide doors opening onto sheltered terraces. At the heart of the home sits an exceptional bespoke kitchen, beautifully handcrafted with extensive cabinetry, integrated storage and quality appliances. Natural materials, carefully considered detailing and underfloor heating throughout the living areas create an atmosphere that is both contemporary and inviting.

The accommodation has been designed to offer flexibility and privacy. The principal bedroom suite enjoys garden views together with a dressing room and en suite bathroom. A further bedroom or study provides adaptable accommodation, while the first floor offers an impressive guest suite with en suite facilities and generous eaves storage. The entrance hall doubles as an elegant library and study space beneath overhead rooflights, establishing the home's architectural character from the moment of arrival.

Externally, the house is set back from the road with mature gardens wrapping around the house, providing complete privacy and a series of tranquil seating areas that capture the changing light throughout the day. Lawns, established planting and specimen trees create a wonderful setting, while the generous driveway provides ample parking alongside an integral double garage.

The delightful, rural village of Motcombe sits on the northern edge of Shaftesbury and benefits from a locally run popular community shop, a memorial/village hall which hosts a variety of activities, a traditional country pub and a bus service that runs to and from Shaftesbury - Gillingham. On the outskirts of Motcombe is one of the county's most prestigious preparatory schools in Port Regis which has been rated Excellent by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The nearby town of Shaftesbury is famed for the iconic cobbled street of Gold Hill and rich history going back to the times of King Alfred, whilst an eclectic mix of independent shops brings a vibrancy to the town. Again, there is a mix of schools for all ages in the town as well as leisure facilities and larger retail stores for every day convenience. Located to the North is Gillingham, a larger town with a comprehensive mix of schooling, retail and leisure facilities along with a mainline train station.

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Dorset Council Tax Band F.

All mains services are connected.

Half Moon House is a rare jewel, modern and cozy, close to nature and to people, a piece of art and practical. It was the joint creation of an award-winning architect and Julian Bond, the famous writer of hundreds of TV episodes. Walking barefoot on the underfloor heated stone tiled flooring when it’s cold outside, is a bit like walking on the warm marble of the Taj Mahal on a cool evening. Everything in the house is in perfect Feng Shui (the Chinese art of placement) harmony: the light filled, Half Moon roundness of the living room and kitchen, under the fan shaped ceiling, balanced by the darker and cooler, square master bedroom. No matter what time of day you sit at the desk in the study area of the hall, you will see sunlight. In the morning it greets you from the garden side, in the afternoon it fills the living room in front of you; in the evening it shines on you through the skylight.

If you hang a hammock from the beams under the skylights of the long and wide hallway/library/study, you can look into the stars at night and the mighty crown of the ancient oak in the garden. Day and night, you will never cease admiring the beauty of your home. From the kitchen window you look onto the beautiful circular herb garden and outdoor sitting area with its curved, slanted garden wall beyond, towards the village. That beautiful wall is just high enough to protect your privacy, but low enough to let you see the village life passing by. The lovely garden is a very manageable size whereby you can sit quietly surrounded by hedges and trees and listen to the brook flowing along one side, yet two houses down footpaths lead you on a beautiful 20 minute walk to Kingsettle Woods with its bluebells, old trees, and sweeping views.

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