About this property
Royal Oak House is an incredible high-end property, meticulously converted from a former pub to an exceptional standard. Situated on two acres on the picturesque Dorset-Wiltshire border in Motcombe, Dorset, this period property dates back to 1875. With off-road parking, this home offers a fantastic base for families and friends. A stunning gated cobbled driveway guides you to an impressive entrance of the property, where the convenience of unloading your car is effortlessly streamlined. As you step over the threshold, you are welcomed by a spacious, open-plan living area featuring Brazilian blue Roma granite worktops and bold orange accents, serving as a true haven for the aspiring chef, complete with a chic breakfast bar perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. An enormous wooden dining table sits at the heart of the dining room seating twelve, ideal for relaxed family dinners to more refined gatherings. Adding glamour to the kitchen, two Indian Jhula swing sweats invite you to gently relax in style. The drawing room area exudes warmth and sophistication, with two plush sofas and a stylish armchair, with walls that are adorned with a curated collection of artwork, adding an artistic flair. An inviting library, tucked just beyond, offers a more intimate setting and makes a great spot to unwind, with an impressive array of books to relax with. For those seeking a bit of friendly competition, the games room welcomes you to play a game of pool, darts, or board games. Children can keep busy with the two playrooms providing a selection of toys and puzzles to choose from. Outside, the property continues to impress with a large lawn area, a spacious patio, perfect for alfresco dining, and a barbecue for memorable outdoor meals. A barked section features a delightful children's play area, complete with a trampoline, slide, climbing frame, and swing, offering hours of entertainment for little ones. For those who enjoy swimming, a seasonally heated swimming pool provides a refreshing escape, ensuring relaxation and enjoyment throughout the warmer months. Don't worry about freshening up after a dip in the swimming pool, this property has got you covered with its external changing room complete with a walk-in shower. An external entertainment area features a skittle alley, table tennis, and table football, ideal for lively tournaments. This area also has a dining area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a shower room with a washing machine. Continuing outdoors, you'll find a covered garden kitchen and dining area, where a striking chair made from repurposed car parts adds a touch of industrial charm. Nearby, an external changing room with a walk-in shower provides the perfect spot to freshen up after a dip in the swimming pool. Active guests will appreciate the property's fully-equipped gym, featuring a treadmill and free weights for a fulfilling workout session. Back inside, the property boasts seven bedrooms. On the first floor, the luxurious four-posted king-size bedroom boasts a sleek en-suite bathroom and features French doors that open onto a large terrace offering wonderful views across the surrounding countryside and direct access to the garden below. The second double bedroom enjoys its own en-suite shower room, providing both privacy and convenience. The third double bedroom, serviced by a bathroom, benefits from dual-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light and provide lovely views. Up to the second floor, the fourth bedroom includes a super-king-size bed, while the fifth room has a king-size bed admiring beautiful views across the back garden. Tucked into the eaves, the sixth bedroom is a quaint twin, offering a more intimate feel, and the seventh bedroom is another inviting twin room, both serviced by bathroom facilities. Day trips from Royal Oak House offer glorious variety. Visit the world-renowned Stourhead, a stunning Palladian mansion with a landscaped garden whose beauty changes with the seasons.
The thriving village of Motcombe lies on the edge of North Dorset’s Blackmore Vale, just 3 miles from the ancient hilltop town of Shaftesbury. Motcombe has its own friendly community shop, post office and well-regarded country pub, The Coppleridge Inn. The local town of Shaftesbury, with a good range of shops and inns, is perched on a spur of rolling green hills with spectacular views reaching far across the rural landscape. One of the best vantage points is from Gold Hill (instantly recognisable as the setting of the iconic Hovis advert with its quaint, cobbled and very steep street. Motcombe sits amidst rolling countryside at the edge of the picturesque Blackmore Vale, and close to the Cranborne Chase aonb as well as many other areas of natural beauty and exceptional heritage, including the National Trust’s Stourhead. A wonderful location to explore the best of the West Country, and only just over an hour’s drive to the stunning Jurrassic Coast.
Accommodation
Seven bedrooms: 1 x king-size with access to first floor flat roof, large wardrobe, and en-suite bath, walk-in shower, double basin, and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x super-king-size, 1 x king-size, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, hand-held shower, basin, and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, WC, and washing machine.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area.
Drawing room.
Games room.
Library.
2 x playrooms.
Gym.
External kitchen/dining/barbecue area.
External wooden elephant playhouse.
External pool house with changing room and shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Cast iron raditor heating with underfloor heating on ground floor.
2 x oven, 2 x hob, microwave, 5 x fridge/freezer, 2 x washing machine, clothes dryer, 2 x dishwasher, Nespresso coffee maker, kettle, toaster, instant hot water tap, toaster, wine chiller.
Selection of books and games, pool table, table tennis, skittle alley, weights, treadmill, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Secure, off-road parking for 4 cars behind electrically operated gates.
Rear veranda, enclosed rear garden with patio, lawn, feature wood Baradari, furniture, barbecue, children's play area including inground trampoline, slide, monkey bars, climbing frame, swings), seasonal heated swimming pool, pool house with changing room with walk-in shower.
Bi-fold doors open from kitchen to veranda and patio around swimming pool.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Note: No parties allowed.
Note: No Stag or Hen do's.
Note: Quiet time after 10pm.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £750.
Please note; the pool is heated between April and September.