Glebe Close, Thornford, Sherborne
South West
£350,000
Listed on 30/09/2026
Listed on 30/09/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
Detached BungalowArea
1483 sqftFeatures
- Garage
- Garden
- Parking
Description
This three-bedroom detached bungalow offers approximately 1,483 sq ft of single-storey accommodation on a level plot of around 0.14 acres in Thornford. The layout includes an entrance hall, a large L-shaped sitting and dining room, kitchen, utility room, cloakroom, three bedrooms and a shower room. The main reception space has a log-burning stove, while the kitchen is fitted with oak-fronted units and integrated appliances. A boarded loft provides storage, accessed by a ladder from the inner hall.
Outside, the property has a rear garden, driveway parking for two cars, an attached garage and a carport. The listing identifies scope to consider an extension or additional cabin or annex, subject to the necessary permissions and feasibility checks. Heating is by an oil-fired radiator system, with uPVC double glazing also stated. The bungalow is within walking distance of Thornford village amenities and station, with Sherborne a short drive away. Offered with no onward chain.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
80out of 100
Grade AStrong opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
A strong-value project: at £350,000, the asking price is 28.6% below the local average per square foot, giving buyers an attractive entry point for a spacious detached bungalow in a tucked-away village setting. The 1,483 sq ft layout, generous level 0.14-acre plot, driveway, garage and carport provide plenty to work with, while the visible exterior and roof appear broadly intact.
The work looks light rather than a full refurbishment: refresh the dated décor and worn carpets, and consider tidying the weathered garden timber. The large reception room’s log-burning stove and the usable fitted kitchen and shower room give the home a solid starting point. The garden may offer scope for an extension or cabin, subject to permission and feasibility.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated décor and replace worn carpets, particularly in the large reception room, to lift the feel of the interior.
- Make the most of the level 0.14-acre garden, with scope to improve weathered timber features and outdoor areas.
- Explore the garden’s stated potential for an extension or cabin, subject to planning permission and feasibility.
Key risks
None recorded.
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