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It's only blooming Christmas...

What a wonderful year – we've managed to find some of Dorset's finest artisans over 2014. Hopefully with our little 'coffee table' slice of this beautiful part of the country we've managed to raise some awareness, some eyebrows, but above all, some smiles. We've moved into events, bringing you a taste, a smell and a vision of our features, and laid them out on stalls, in fields and country estates across Dorset. The feedback on these has been nothing short of mind-blowing, and to the gang that help us achieve these feats – my gosh we love you!

So here it is, our second Xmas edition, built on the love of local food, we've gone all out feasting, spas and relaxation, steering away from the tinsel and the baubles and aiming squarely for the refined feel you've all become so used to.

I hope you all enjoy the read.

We'll raise a small dram in your honour over the Arkadian festive season, wish you all a healthy, wealthy New Year, and we'll catch you on the flip-side for a lot more from the Arkadia Gang!

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Big thanks and a Merry Xmas to Jodie Whyte - Kris Dutson - David Phillipson - Mark and Emmie - Laura Cove - The gang at Olives, the lovely folk at Domvs - Sarah Broome and last but not least all of my guys here at Arkadia, thanks so much for making this year so special! x

I love Christmas – a house full of friends and family, a celebratory 12 months behind us. What a year it’s been, a late Indian summer that’s only just faded and a surge in the property market to boot. But, with the New Year almost upon us, thoughts – post 12th Night – inevitably turn to holidays in the sun or, better still, a new home.

Fear not. We have a raft of new, tantalising properties on our books. Together, we can find your ‘forever home’.

Until then, Happy Christmas and a prosperous 2015 from all of us at DOMVS.

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DRAWN Sculpture by the Lakes launches its latest venture, The Gallery with DRAWN, an exhibition curated by leading British sculptor and owner, Simon Gudgeon.

The selling exhibition, which runs from 8 November – 16 December 2014, includes drawings from an impressive line up of international artists, some of whom have never exhibited in the UK before.

DRAWN will feature works from Andrew Denman (USA), Zoey Frank (USA) and Giorgia Oldano (Italy), as well as Guy Combes (Kenya), Jonathan Pointer (UK), Angela French (UK) and Terry Miller (USA), as selected and curated by Simon Gudgeon. All works are previously unseen, and will be offered for sale at prices ranging from £300 to £3,000.

Simon Gudgeon says; “For the inaugural gallery exhibition, drawing had to be the place to start. It is the solid skill that underpins all of the arts. The gallery will host a minimum of three exhibitions a year, showcasing the work of the best artists I come across, many of whom are under represented here in the UK, I can’t wait to show our visitors the incredible artists I have met." www.sculpturebythelakes.co.uk

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Can you imagine how lovely it would be to receive a surprise package of fabulous things in the post every month? Recently launched at Kirstie Allsopp's Handmade Fair, Gathered Gifted is the brainchild of the Gathered Girls, in Sherborne’s Cheap Street.

Simply subscribe and they’ll arrange to have a package of gorgeous gifts delivered to the door of your chosen person each month. The Gathered Girls curate each month’s surprise packages so you don’t even have to worry about that. Of course, as they are the only ones who know what is going inside, the best thing about this service is that you can also use it to spoil yourself, and every package will be a surprise. Genius!

Choose your desired content from nine categories, including: crafting, stationery, jewellery and whimsical. There are also separate categories for men, women, new mums, children and babies, to ensure that the gifts are perfectly suited to the lucky person receiving them.

Gathered Gifted is just £20 per month, and if you sign up for six months you get one month free, or two months free with a 12-month subscription, making it a super gift idea for those special people in your life – including you!

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Our new shop offers furniture, lighting, ceramics and much more – as well as the renowned Vintage Paint for furniture from Grand Illusions, in a range of 27 rich but subtle colours.

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The Restaurant at La Fosse, led by Mark, has a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere where guests can enjoy delicious food, using only the finest, locally sourced ingredients, and cooking with the seasons. Mark has worked in the kitchens of Europe’s top chefs, including: Stéphane Carrade, at Chez Ruffet; Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons; with Shaun Hill and Scott McKenzie-Foy at the Montagu Arms; Alan Murchison from L’Ortolan, Luke Mathews and not least Pierre Chevillard at Chewton Glen.

The superb food is complemented by a well-priced wine list and local beer, inviting sitting rooms to relax in with open fires, and the delightful Dorset countryside right on the doorstep. And we mustn’t forget their fabulous, award-winning cheese board!

La Fosse Bed and Breakfast, is led by Emmanuelle, and has comfortable and elegant en-suite rooms to complement the restaurant. Emmanuelle’s background includes senior roles at prestigious establishments around the world, including: Blantyre Hotel, in Massachusetts; Summer Lodge; Montagu Arms and Chewton Glen Hotel, where she met Mark.

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Their festive December menu is available from 1 - 17 December, and features a mouth-watering choice of roast turkey, braised venison, poached pollock or roasted sea bass, as well as a host of delicious starters and desserts, with great vegetarian options on offer too. So whether it is for an individual table or for a gettogether for celebrations with friends and family or colleagues, give La Fosse a call to discuss your perfect Christmas. You could even have your own private celebration for New Year with your loved ones at La Fosse.

La Fosse has every angle covered this Christmas, with vouchers available for a gift with a real difference. The vouchers can be used for an overnight stay with a meal or even a cooking lesson

by Mark in your own home! What better way could there be to improve your cookery skills, using your own familiar equipment but under the guidance of a professionally trained chef?

For more information, menu and package details visit www.la-fosse.com La Fosse, London House, The Square, Cranborne, Wimborne Minster, Dorset BH21 5PR Tel: 01725 517604 or Email: lafossemail@gmail.com

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'Board' in the office?

Then slope off to Snowtrax!

Between us, Danny and I have tried our hand at various sports that involve a high speed descent.

Skiing and skateboarding were both on the list, even skydiving – Danny, not me, you wouldn’t get me up there! But neither of us had ever tried snowboarding. So, with boyish excitement triumphing over trepidation, we set out for Snowtrax in Hurn to find out what we’d been missing.

As we pulled up outside the centre, in a beautiful setting, not far from Christchurch, we wondered how there could possibly be a dry ski slope in an area that appeared to be fairly flat, but as we stepped inside, the view over the slopes hit us. The landscape drops away dramatically behind the centre, with the main ski slope off to the right, a slope for ski-bobs (imagine a child’s tricycle with skis instead of wheels) on the left and a ‘travelator’ in the middle to get you back up again. I don’t think either of us expected the complex to be quite that big, or that steep!

We met our instructor, Adam, an ex-PE teacher with a wealth of snowboarding experience and he was soon talking us through the equipment as he kitted us out for our first lesson. We learned about the boards themselves and about the boots and how the bindings work. Lastly we put on our gloves and wrist guards, and we were ready to go.

We made our way down to a nursery area at the base of the main slope, where Adam introduced us to the basics, including how to fall properly, which may sound rather strange but it’s advice that would prevent a serious injury in the event of a tumble – and there would be tumbles!

Adam was a great instructor and we were soon on our way, boarding down the slope, literally best foot forward. This is a sport that’s all about control – about telling the board when to go, when to stop and which direction to take. The thrill of snowboarding at this level is mastering that control of the board, not hurtling downhill without knowing how to stop! arkadia magazine

Taking it in turns, we began learning the art of descending head on, with the board at 90 degrees to the slope. This proved to be more difficult than it looked but we both got the hang of it after a few attempts and quite a few falls! The trick is to keep your head up, don’t look at your feet and adjust the angle of the board until you slowly move downhill – just like riding an escalator. This proved to be very entertaining – the look of smugness on our faces as we got it right being wiped right off by the next dramatic fail!

After this we moved on to attempting the same manoeuvre backwards! This is a weird concept to get your head round – looking uphill, travelling slowly (or at least that’s the plan) downhill, without looking back at where you are going. We got there in the end, both eventually managing a few successful runs, which qualified us for some time on the lower section of the main slope, learning how to steer the board. After some more thrills and the inevitable spills, it was time to go, but we vowed that we would be back soon for another session.

Snowtrax is the perfect place to learn how to snowboard and the lesson was great fun too. We left feeling that we were well on our way to mastering this sport and also feeling like we’d had a real work-out!

Luckily, our skills were fairly evenly matched so the ride home was spent discussing when to go back for a second lesson, rather than the stony silence that would have occurred had one of us seriously out-boarded the other!

For more information, go to www.snowtrax.eu or call - 01202 499155.

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The wild,wild West of Dorset Blacksmithstress... even the word conjures up mystical, magical feelings. Stout wrought iron gates, dark secret places where magic dwells in corners of light and the sound of a gentle roar above the forest floor. In fact, that’s not too far off the truth… We meet up to talk to West Dorset blacksmithstress, Colleen du Pon, in her little hideaway just out the back of the Symondsbury Estate.

Colleen has been working in the county for nigh on 7 years and we’ve been dying to chat to her for a while now. When we finally got our chance, I rushed over with Kris to take some shots, of what I consider to be the most skilful of work and the kind of artisan craft that we are so glad to be surrounded by, in our ever-growing social media world. We knew it wouldn’t be long before I dragged my weary ‘togga’ Kris off to find this land they call Miles Cross Farm. Here in her lair, the beautiful and, quite frankly, charming lady creates objects from wrought iron or steel – forging, hammering, bending and cutting away in the midst of her little hideaway.

Quite clearly not from these shores with such a fab moniker, Canadian born Colleen (actually born in Southampton, Canada) moved to the UK to do a course in silversmithing at Camberwell College of Art. The self-taught jeweller picked up a level of skill that brought her into the forged metal world, choosing ‘the dark side’ as she puts it. Colleen loves working on ‘big scale’ everything, such as her horses head. Even the notepad she sketches her clients’ commissions into is huge.

The passion is always there for Colleen and her love for iron work is still being developed – the talk of a new ‘power hammer’ clearly leaves me bewildered and puts a rosy glint in the corner of her eye!

Getting inspiration from a scholarship year, Colleen travelled to India, getting the opportunity to work alongside a nomadic tribe called ‘Gaduliga Loha’ meaning ‘Iron Cart’, seeing how they work and bringing these dimensions into her work today.

The last 7 years have been solid, building her client base locally through word of mouth, helped by the location of her stall outside Leaker’s Bakery on Saturdays at Bridport Market.

The future looks dazzling for this bright spark! www.colleendupon.co.uk Email: colleen@colleendupon.co.uk Twitter: @colleendupon

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This little piggy...

The Purbecks stand alone as one of Dorset’s natural treasures. It takes a special place to complement its landscape and shorelines, and that is exactly what The Pig on the Beach Hotel at Studland does, spectacularly well. Once the seaside villa of the Bankes family, of Kingston Lacy fame, the beautiful Victorian building is an eccentric collection of gothic revival features that are guaranteed to make an impression.

October days can be fresh. I was greeted with a big smile, an open fire and a warm cup. I paused, smelt the wood-smoke and watched guests meander towards the coastal path. There was a gentle chattering amongst the cool, young staff who, dressed in shirts, jeans and Converse trainers, attended to guests. The aristocratic lounge and its eclectic pieces have been lovingly restored and with so much character in the bricks and mortar of this 23 bedroom hotel, the chic subtlety of the interior is just right.

The Pig’s therapist, Christine, introduced herself and invited me for a 60-minute, de-stress massage in one of the hotel’s two lovingly restored shepherd’s hut treatment rooms. The huts sit in the elegant grounds of the house and share their space with the local wildlife. The simplicity works. Old industrial farming tools hang like artwork on the wooden walls and the candlelight plays on the soft fluffy towels. I drifted away to sounds of waves crashing, and the odd bleat.

Fully restored, I sat for lunch in the sunny conservatory. The windowsills were abundant with homegrown herb boxes and the room filled with gentle nattering.

The kitchen celebrates its ‘25 Mile Menu’. The produce is carefully selected from local suppliers, including The Pig’s own veg garden, and delivered to the table. Tasty offers of ‘Piggy Bits’ included Saddleback Crackling, and Soused Wild Sea Bass and ‘Literally Picked This Morning’ – a generous list of meat, fish and vegetarian choices. I stretched myself and decided on the house specialty: Bath Chap with Roasted Beetroot, served with a crackling crust – the jaw does come with it, so not for the squeamish. For those who want that countryside experience, on a plate, I would heartily recommend this wonderful place. I left The Pig, small box of petits fours in hand and a promise to wander back one day.

Tel: 01929 450288 www.thepighotel.com Words and images Jodie Whyte

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Lisa Osman, founder of All Hallows School for Cooks and Makers shares her love of local!

All Hallows, our Georgian farmhouse is surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and this wonderful setting has inspired our new food and lifestyle school. From a morning around the kitchen table learning how to make cheese, to a more challenging week-long course, staying in one of our welcoming guest rooms overlooking the walled garden, All Hallows is a place where teaching is a part of everyday life and learning is a pleasure.

We also love sunny afternoons in the walled garden making willow nests and wreaths – a perfect little place for hens to gather.

Ideas and inspiration for the party season - Canapés Canapés were traditionally a bread based, one-bite savoury appetiser served with drinks at the beginning of a meal or for a cocktail party. Ideas have definitely moved on since then and ‘tasty morsels’ of the most superb flavours are now served on a variety of contemporary platters of glass, slate and wood and often decorated with fresh flowers and shells.

For a fresh approach, a more relaxed idea is to opt for a more rustic look. Try serving mulled cider alongside homemade sausage rolls and skewers of slow cooked pork. Or you may like to make jugs of a cocktail, such as Bloody Mary and serve quails eggs, cheese straws or baby baked potatoes with sour cream, and for a fresh bite at any time of year, crudités are always a good choice with your own-made dips. Both menus would work well with a cheeseboard, allowing your guests to help themselves as they wish.

Canapé Tips for Festive Parties If you are preparing the food yourself, keep the menu simple.

Beg, borrow or bribe a willing teenager to help with the serving and clearing.

Make a list of everything you think you will need. Include plenty of ice and buckets to keep wine cool. This will ensure the fridge is clear for food. You will also need twice as many glasses per guest as you imagine you’ll need!

Take into account any dietary requirements. A good choice of meat, dairy/vegetarian and fish canapés are always the ideal. But, despite their size, canapés are very labour intensive, so if you are employing a caterer, and you have a clear budget, opt for just three or four types of canapé within your menu. Increase the quantity (not variety) of canapés that are served as this will save preparation time and, of course, costs.

If cooking everything yourself, choose recipes that you are comfortable with, that will store well and can be safely prepared ahead of your guests’ arrival – your guests have come to see you!

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Make a time plan for the preparations, share the workload and delegate. If your partner has a tendency to leave getting changed to the last minute – tell a fib about the arrival time! There is nothing more stressful than making the finishing touches to your beautifully cooked food and there is nobody to answer the door to the first arrivals. Alternatively ask a close friend to arrive early so they can keep everything calm. Make sure that the canapés or nibbles are easy to eat, whilst holding a drink and talking to other guests.

Provide plenty of cocktail sticks, napkins and containers for used sticks.

For a two hour drinks party, instead of lunch, we suggest serving between 10 and 14 canapés per person. Or, include a selection of cheese and charcuterie, which will look stunning and lessen your workload.

You may like your guests to linger, alternatively if you prefer the occasion to have a definite end, include both times on the invitation. A good idea is to serve trays of demi tasse cups filled with freshly brewed coffee alongside some homemade truffles, towards ‘going home’ time. A polite but very clear message to say thank you for coming!

Digestive biscuits Like all homemade baking this recipe creates a biscuit quite different when compared to shop bought varieties. The texture has more crunchiness and the flavour is a delicious balance of sweet and savoury.

We love this recipe because the biscuits are so versatile. Ideal for canapé bases but also perfect to serve with cheese. Or try dipping the freshly baked and cooled biscuits into melted chocolate. Allow the chocolate to set and then wrap the biscuits and tie with a ribbon for a homemade gift.

110g (4oz) oatmeal 110g (4oz) wholemeal flour 110g (4oz) light brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 110g (4oz) butter, cubed One tablespoon milk 2 baking sheets or trays lined with parchment or silicone paper Cling film Set oven to 180˚C or gas Mark 4.

Add all of the dry ingredients to a bowl.

Add the butter and rub together using your fingertips or whizz in the food processor.

Add the milk and bring the mixture together using your hands.

Divide the mixture in half.

Roll each half between two sheets of cling film evenly to 3mm thickness and chill if necessary.

Cut out into your favourite shapes, depending on how you wish to serve them.

Using a palette knife, carefully transfer the digestives to lined baking sheets or trays.

Cook on middle shelf of an electric or gas oven for 15-18 minutes or in the bottom oven of the AGA. Cool on a rack and store in an airtight tin when cold.

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Make the biscuit mixture, but shape into a disc and wrap well. Freeze for up to 1 month.

How to serve as a canapé base Top with cream cheese or mascarpone, flavoured with fresh herbs.

Blend Dorset Blue Vinny with sour cream and chopped walnuts or apricot.

Or add a slice of Chalke Valley Dorset White and top with a matchstick of spiced poached pear.

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snik Demonstrating excellence in figurative and representational works through the unlikely medium of spray paint and stencil, Snik creates powerful pieces balancing greyscale with vivid bursts of colour.

Recognised and shortlisted by one of the UK’s most prestigious arts prizes, The ThreadNeedle.

Initially inspired by the graffiti scene, Snik has been working with stencil and spray can for the past ten years, producing as many on-street works as in the gallery.

We have been following these two talented artists on the social media circuit for some time and we recently got the opportunity to ask a few questions and give you, the reader, a chance to see why we are so impressed here at Arkadia.

Colour is paramount and is informed by a defining trait of the Italian Renaissance; a stark contrast of light and shadow (Chiaroscuro). The result is a powerful and dramatic scene, or images, often frozen in a moment of dynamic action.

The composition reveals no obvious narrative or distraction, our focus is the form emerging from the black abyss of the canvas. The viewer, like the character depicted, belongs to this moment.

Snik hand cuts, up to nine layers at a time, working with different mediums, techniques, paints and varnishes. They exhibit worldwide and following their inaugural solo show in 2011, have a serious following of admirers and collectors worldwide.

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With the Great British Bake Off inspiring a nation, a new book about to hit the shelves and a tour taking to the road, we thought it was about time we had a chat with Paul Hollywood, to find out a little more about TV’s baking star…

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Paul and I can both remember growing up on shows like The Galloping Gourmet, which was extremely popular at the time, but these days cookery shows like GBBO enjoy cult status. But what is it about baking that has captured the public’s imagination?

“I think it’s because it’s accessible,” says Paul. “Nine times out of ten, you’ll find that you already have the ingredients you need in the cupboard. If you want to zhoosh it up a bit, you might need to pop to the shops, but the basic ingredients are usually right there. It’s so cheap to bake too – the average cake will cost around 60-70p to make and it will serve eight people.

You’d have trouble cooking a meal for that. I love reminding people just how easy it is to bake something and there’s also a great feeling of nostalgia attached to baking.”

With the delay between the filming and screening of GBBO, I’ve often wondered if it’s like living in a permanent state of Déjà vu, especially when it comes to situations like ‘Bingate’, which became headline news after the episode was screened earlier this year. “The length of time between filming an episode and the time it is shown on TV is around 2½ months,” explains Paul. “It was a bit like Déjà vu to start off with, but after doing the show for five years, you get used to it and it becomes a way of life. I do sometimes have to think ‘Can I answer that yet?’ or ‘Oh, hold on, how do I answer that?’ when I get asked about particular incidents.”

Talking of ‘Bingate’, I had to ask if Diana was really to blame for Ian’s Baked Alaska failure. “No,” Paul insisted, “Ian was way behind and it was never going to work anyway. There just wasn’t enough time for him to finish. There was no way that his ice cream being out of the freezer for such a short time made any difference!”

One of the attractions of GBBO is the on-screen relationship that exists between Paul and co-host Mary Berry, but are they still friends when the camera stops rolling? “Mary really is as lovely as she seems and we get on really well,” Paul reassured me. “You can’t act the way we work together on screen – we just genuinely get on that well. I really don’t know why the relationship works – but it does! We have a right laugh and always look after each other and if we stay behind after the show, we’ll always go out for a meal together afterwards.”

Speaking to Paul about his new book, Paul Hollywood’s British Baking, which is packed full of favourite recipes such as Cornish pasties and Bakewell tarts, I asked if we would ever run out of new things to try.

“The interesting thing about that question is that there are no new recipes,” replied Paul. “If someone tells you they’ve invented a new recipe, don’t listen, it will just be a modern spin on an old recipe. In the book, I’m revisiting classic dishes – just putting new twists to them. The only area where we are seeing something new is flavour combinations. We all like to try new combinations and that is something that keeps these classics alive.”

Soda bread Ireland’s most famous bread is made with two of its oldest foods, wheat and buttermilk. The acid in the buttermilk reacts with the bicarbonate of soda and creates the rise. If you have kids, do teach them how to make soda bread, because it’s great to be able to put a loaf on the table within 45 minutes. Once you’ve mastered it, try adding some grated Wexford cheese (vintage Irish Cheddar) and chopped raw onion to the dough.

Makes 1 small loaf 250g plain white flour 250g plain wholemeal flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda About 400ml buttermilk 1. Heat the oven to 200°C/Gas 6. Line a baking tray with baking parchment.

2. Put the flours, salt and bicarbonate of soda into a large bowl and mix well. Make a well in the centre and pour in half the buttermilk. Using your fingers or a round-bladed knife, draw the flour into the buttermilk. Continue to add the buttermilk until all the flour has been absorbed and you have a sticky dough. You may not need all the buttermilk – it depends on the flour you use.

3. Tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, shape it into a ball and flatten it slightly with the palm of your hand. It is important to work quickly, as once the buttermilk is added it begins to react with the bicarbonate of soda.

4. Put the dough on the baking tray. Mark into quarters with a large, sharp knife, cutting deeply through the loaf, almost but not quite through to the base. Dust the top with flour.

5. Bake for 30 minutes or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the base. Leave to cool on a wire rack. Eat on the day of baking – or toast it the next day.

“I was a bit shocked when we first started the tour.

We’d go to leave via the stage door and there would be 80 people waiting for me. I wasn’t expecting that!"

Paul is returning to the stage with his hugely successful live show this autumn, having played to over 30,000 fans with his first tour, Get your Bake On. With dates across the country, the tour will bring Paul to Poole’s Lighthouse for an evening of baking, comedy and fun. “We’re going a bit more festive this time round with festive recipes and a bit more banter and more of a giggle! We’ll also be inviting people up on stage, setting them a challenge and getting the audience to judge their efforts.”

As ‘TV’s sexiest baker’, I wondered if Paul receives a rock star reception when he’s out and about on these live shows. Does he get knickers thrown on stage mid-bake? After the laughter subsides, Paul explains: “I was a bit shocked when we first started the tour. We’d go to leave via the stage door and there would be 80 people waiting for me. I wasn’t expecting that! The audience reaction is always really nice, we have a good laugh and people are always really generous with their comments about the show.”

So what is next for Mr Hollywood? Paul didn’t give the game away completely but he did say that he was working on a project with the BBC about another of his passions – a passion that would see him leave for the Isle of Man later that day. The Great British Bike Off? Watch this space For tickets to see Paul on his British Baking Live Tour go to www.paulhollywood.com and his book, Paul Hollywood’s British Baking, is published by Bloomsbury, £25.

Ginger and Pickle Children’s Emporium A

charming, old-fashioned shop, nestled in a pretty cottage on Sherborne’s Cheap Street. The tiny shop window and lovely front room are a showcase for the three higgledy-piggledy rooms that lie behind. Through the narrow corridor you’ll find an eclectic mix of delightful gifts for babies and children, beautiful, traditional and practical clothes, and a children’s shoe area.

Natasha Hopkins, mother of three young boys, took over the 29-year-old business in 2013 with a passion for all things beautiful and useful. She has introduced some lovely collections, including books; paper dolls and dresses; organic clothes from La Queue du Chat, Toby Tiger and Pigeon; enterprising snuggly products from Dragon’s Den winner Bo Buddies; English made clothes from Tulip and Nettle, and toys that remain household favourites such as Jacob’s ladders and spinning tops.

A professional shoe fitting service is offered, with winter boots and shoes from Startrite, Bubblegummers, Mayoral, Keds and Andinanes, and colourful, hard wearing jewel-coloured wellington boots from Toughees – perfect for jumping in muddy puddles. An in-school fitting service is also offered.

Raincoats from Hatley and Toby Tiger and winter coats from Tutto Piccolo, Kite and Villervalla have been sourced from around the globe and there are also snuggly blankets, from Hippy Chick, Pigeon and Bebe in addition to a selection of Grobags, swaddles from Aden and Anais and snowsuits from Absorba and Kite. You’ll also find pyjamas from Fair Trade Turquaz and lotions from Childs Farm.

There is a range of pretty Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddle-Duck melamine, as well as more unusual French tableware and Elmer Elephant and Paddington Bear collections. Cuddly toys, pull-alongs, jigsaws and sensory toys can also be found, along with teethers and rattles featuring the Hungry Caterpillar, Rufus Rabbit and Sophie Giraffe. There are also wooden pram and cot mobiles and comforters from Wallaballo, Dou Dou and Kaloo.

The children’s clothes rooms have collections for babies and children up to age 12, from suppliers such as Phister and Philina with their bright coloured dresses and funky jeans and Queen’s award-winning Frugi with appliqued t-shirts and combat trousers, cord dresses and reversible fleeces. There are accessories too, including bibs and coveralls, hats, scarves, gloves, socks, tights, belts and braces and gorgeous hairbands, bows and clips from the superb Inky and Mole.

Good old-fashioned customer service abounds and the jolly Ginger and Pickle team (Tasha, Mary, Pam and Emily) give a warm welcome, can help find that perfect gift, fit a shoe, or simply stand back as you browse through the rooms. Children know them best as the rocking horse shop and come to have a ride on grey dappled Cloudy, or to play in the beautiful puppet theatre.

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When love comes to town... images - sarah Broome Event - Arkadia On a beautiful autumn day, on Sunday 28 September, the National Trust’s Kingston Lacy played host to the Autumn Fair from Arkadia Events, which attracted record-breaking visitor numbers to the estate. The grounds proved the perfect location for this event, which included stands from some of the region’s finest producers – from arts and crafts to plants and food and drink – in short, the best of local artisan fare.

Though busy, the event had a relaxed feel, courtesy of the diverse range of stands and the eclectic array of classic vehicles serving the very best in food and drink – very much an Arkadia Events trademark. There were foraging walks, cookery demos, vintage tractors, and activities from the National Trust to amuse the children, all set against the stunning backdrop of Kingston Lacy House. In fact, there was so much going on that it was hard to know where to turn first!

Arkadia Events will be holding a series of six events next year and we do hope you’ll join us. Whether you make, bake, sew or grow, or just like spending a chilled out day in the company of those who do, come and join us in 2015. In the meantime, here are some great shots of this year’s Autumn Fare at Kingston Lacy, captured by local photographer Sarah Broome.

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Winter living at Summer Lodge In the heart of the Dorset countryside, lies Evershot, a charming village, immortalised as Evershead in Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles, and home to an intimate country house hotel with a very special Hardy connection of its own.

With its peaceful location and beautifully kept grounds, extending to four acres, Summer Lodge lets you know it’s all about quality before you even reach the elegant Grade II listed Georgian house.

Originally built as a dower house by the 2nd Earl of Ilchester, the building dates back to 1798. A second floor was added in 1893, by the 6th Earl, built to plans drawn by no other than his friend Thomas Hardy, an architect by profession. After being modernised further in the 1930s, the house remained in the Earl’s family until 1979.

The stables and coach house were converted in 1988 and the dining room extended in 1991 to echo Hardy’s designs, with beautiful full-length sash windows.

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As you enter the hotel, with walls lined in satin and silk, you can’t help but be transported back in time.

With only 24 rooms, Summer Lodge, a 5-star Relais & Chateaux hotel, provides a feeling of grandeur, but on a scale that makes you feel welcome and very comfortable. But this feeling isn’t just about the bricks and mortar and here you’ll also find the kind of impeccable service that other establishments have long forgotten. Whether you are looking to dine in their award-winning restaurant, renowned for its English dishes with a twist of modern European; choose from one of theWorld's top 100 wine lists, with the help of two master sommeliers; or retire to a candle-lit bath that has been drawn for you, you will find that Summer Lodge specialises in unforgettable attention to detail, which is why it was recently voted number four in the ‘Top Hotels in Europe’ category of the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.

Despite immersing you in tradition, Summer Lodge is very much in touch with the modern world and offers a wide range of facilities and activities to complement your stay. You can enjoy the hotel spa, offering a range of health and beauty treatments, take a dip in the heated indoor pool or enjoy some time in the wellequipped gym or on the all-weather tennis courts.

For those who prefer a more natural form of exercise, explore the 600-acre deer park adjoining the hotel grounds and you’ll discover another reason why this was one of Thomas Hardy’s favourite spots

For more information visit www.summerlodgehotel.co.uk or call 01935 48 2000.

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Home on the Prairie Words Danny Nash Images Kris Dutson

It’s a weary traveller that sits under a cold tarp in the crisp country air and settles in for a solid night’s sleep, the long hard road aching through your bones, the wind blowing around your wagon…

The Romany life certainly has its attractions – the romantic notion of hitching up your caravan and heading where your horse takes you. If only there was a more practical alternative to satisfy the wanderlust that lies within. We caught up with a man who may just have the answer – Chris Ward of Wildwood Design. Chris builds and restores bow top wagons and drays, and is also the inventor of the towable wagon or ‘Twagon’ as it is better known.

Chris learnt his trade at the prestigious Lyme Regis Boat Building Academy, later honing his craft at the boatyard of shipbuilders and riggers, T. Nielsen of Gloucester Docks, and at Bristol's Slipway Cooperative. Leaving the boatbuilding world behind, Chris moved on to timber framing before combining all his skills in the pursuit of wagon building.

Inspired by time spent working for communities reliant on their horse drawn vehicles, Chris started his own business, Wildwood Design. It wasn’t long before he had come up with the idea of the Twagon – the perfect combination of traditional design and modern-day practicality.

The Twagon is a faithful copy of a bow top wagon, considerably larger inside than a horse drawn bow top, with ample room for a double bed, storage, sitting area and kitchen. The beauty of Chris’s design is that it is mounted on a caravan chassis, yet weighs only 950 kilos, making it easy to tow behind your car, just like a modern caravan. Of course, it is also a pleasure to look at and the perfect home away from home.

I can’t imagine a better start to a holiday than paying Chris a visit at Broadwindsor, to collect my shiny new Twagon, en route to a stunning location tucked away, far off the beaten track.

Twagons roll!

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TIME TO PLAN Sarah Talbot - Garden Designer

As I wrote this article, it was early evening on a glorious October day; soft blue sky peppered with pink drifts of cloud, black pencil lines of homeward birds etching across a fiery sun as it dipped behind smoky-grey Dorset hills and, I felt the urge to wax lyrical, for we are very privileged to live in such a beautiful place!

How then, to capture a little of this natural beauty and encapsulate it in a garden. Well, Christmas is a-coming and soon the turkey’s goose will have been well and truly cooked – so it’s the ideal moment, to plan your garden in time for next spring and summer. As with all good plans, you need dreamers, tacticians, experts and builders to make it happen; to take the concept and the dream of your garden from imagination, to paper and finally, to the reality of it on the ground.

The way it works? Well, it’s friendly, informative, efficient and full of passion, always with attention to detail. The ‘finish’ of a garden is all about the skill of those laying the paving slabs, the joints and the colour of the mortar, the quality of the carpentry, the precision of building a design where circles and angles are perfectly formed.

But, this is achieved only after the creation of a beautiful design that fulfils the client’s brief. Even ‘Farmhouse Garden in Sussex’ then the understanding between Designer and Landscaper of when, where and whether to ‘tweak’, is vital.

I work with several excellent, local landscapers and in particular, with Alan Horley and you can see images of our current projects on my website.

Next come the pretties, the plants in all their finery, chosen specifically to fit the client’s preference and style, as well as the soil and local conditions.

The perfect execution of all these aspects not only gives a garden balance, harmony and rhythm, proportion and scale – it gives it pizazz!

If you would like the benefit of our expertise, just call or email, the initial consultation is free of charge and will give you a good idea of your garden’s potential. Once commissioned, a survey is done and time is spent with you, the client, discovering what you really want from your outdoor space.

Designs are hand-drawn, often accompanied by axonometric sketches to help you visualise the garden and Designer and Landscaper work closely together, throughout your project.

We are hatching some other plans too for 2015. Design and Garden Workshops where you can find out how to improve difficult areas of your garden - bring a photograph or two and receive horticultural and construction advice. Plus a special Spring Presentation of gardens we’ve created, past and present. Watch this space!

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From hoof to plate, with The Langton Arms Butchery S

everal years ago Barbara Cossins, owner of The Langton Arms pub in Tarrant Monkton was facing the same dilemma as many other pub owners. Not enough customers and way too many overheads. The recession was in full swing and 100’s of businesses were going into administration every month. Her challenge was to find an additional income stream that would bolster the pub through the lean times, trade on her core food skills and also add to the local community.

matured beef as a quality range of steaks, mince, stewing steak, homemade pork sausages, turkey when in season and game too. She also offered a delivery service to make it easier and faster for the local stockists.

In recognition of these efforts, The Langton Arms Butchery has recently been made a Finalist for “Innovation” in the Taste of Dorset Awards 2014.

The winner will be announced on the 3rd November.

Fingers crossed!

With that in mind, Barbara started up her own butchery on the family farm in neighbouring Tarrant Rawston. Several redundant dairy sheds were sitting idle and she converted them into a small butchery to produce their own range of meat and that of nearby local farmers. Initially employing one butcher, The Langton Arms Butchery supplied its meat to the pub and then started to offer local farm shops, butchers, nurseries and food stores 21 day

Meanwhile, if you are a local farm shop, quality food supplier or independent supermarket, The Langton Arms Butchery would love to hear from you and supply more fabulous meat to Dorset’s communities. www.thelangtonarmsbutchery.co.uk 07796 801525 info@thelangtonarmsbutchery.co.uk

Butchery The Cossins family With over 5 generations of farming experience We are now selling our own 21 day matured beef that is supplied direct from our farm in the Tarrant Valley.

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Flora and Fauna have always been an amazing double act, so it is no surprise that Enchanted Plants and Sparrow get on so well, and at The Commons, the junction of Shaftesbury’s High Street and Bell Street, Jemma Cannon and Sarah Eggett have created two beautiful shops in one.

In October 2014, both businesses celebrated their first anniversary of being in the new premises, having moved from nearby Swans Yard.

Sarah describes Sparrow as offering: “British contemporary design, inspired by the countryside,” and on the beautifully arranged shelves you’ll find an array of gorgeous items, all designed and manufactured in Britain.

The range is just amazing and features lampshades, cards, cosmetics bags from Anorak, cushions, wooden toys and quirky gift ideas like Mibo’s ‘Sew Your Own Gorilla’ kits, as well as beautiful British made jewellery.

You’ll also find the work of some very local artists and creators here, such as wood sculptor Darren Wheeler and Raw Exclusive animal prints from Weymouth.

Sarah also runs popular craft workshops, including: felting, lampshade making and patchwork, as well as a rapidly growing crochet movement. The workshops take place on the first floor and as you turn at the top of the stairs you’ll be amazed by the space up there, once again filled with wonderful products from both Sarah and Jemma.

Jemma is a modern-day alchemist with a degree in Medicinal Plants and a passion for the chemistry of her ingredients. Upstairs in the Enchanted Plants kitchen, she creates organic soaps and balms and wonderful skincare products by blending organic plant oils.

For more information go to www.enchantedplants.co.uk and www.sparrowuk.co.uk

Jemma describes the soap making process as: “Messy and non-glamorous,” but the results are beautiful handmade products with a low impact on the environment. This is key to everything Jemma does, from insisting on only the finest organic ingredients to using natural fragrances and colours. Enchanted Plants are also corporate patrons of Plantlife, the wild plant conservation charity, who exist to speak up for our wild flowers, plants and fungi.

As well as selling from the shop, Jemma supplies around 20 discerning hotels with her handmade soaps, which are allowed to cure for six weeks, ensuring that they are wonderfully mild and also long-lasting.

Amongst the other products that Jemma has on offer, you’ll find beautiful rapeseed blend candles. These are made using refined rapeseed oil, which has a much smaller carbon footprint but still produces a candle of the finest quality, at a very affordable price.

Like Sparrow, there is a big focus on local suppliers and Jemma is keen to champion local artisans, such as ceramicists Catherine Broadway of Child Okeford and Yo Thom of Fontmell Magna. It really doesn’t get any more local than that.

Looking forward to Christmas, Jemma will be offering spiced carrot and tangerine soap, English grown peppermint stars, and wooden Christmas trees from Lucy Ball. And Jemma is making her gifts look even more gorgeous with her lovely ‘Have yourself an enchanted little Christmas’ packaging. Sarah has treats in store from an array of British designer-makers, ensuring that Sparrow will be packed full of gorgeous British made gifts for the discerning shopper.

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Fields Barn Winfrith Newburgh DT2 Offers in excess of £ 550,000 EPC: D arkadia magazine

Dorchester Office: 01305 757300 Email:stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Winterbourne Houghton Dorset DT11 £ 550,000 EPC: D

LIGHT & AIRY SUN TRAP PATIOS IMMACULATELY PRESENTED A beautifully cared for property nestled in Winterborne Houghton with bright, spacious accommodation and immaculately presented garden.

A cosy woodburner in the sitting room with doors to the garden, and a well-fitted kitchen/breakfast room plus a separate dining room, study and cloakroom are to be found on the ground floor.

On the first floor there are four double bedrooms with the luxury of two ensuite facilities, and a family bathroom. In all a very generous family home

• 4 double bedrooms (2 ensuites) • 3 reception rooms • Kitchen / breakfast room • Double garage & manicured garden

Preston office: 01305 835300 Email: polly.greenway@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Breath-taking views from the balcony of this recently built stylish first floor apartment located on the prestigious Bowleaze Coveway with simply stunning sea views which span from Weymouth Bay along the Jurassic coastline. Enjoying beautifully manicured communal garden which, due to the split level nature of the site, has direct access from the apartment itself.

The accommodation is particularly generous with 3 bedrooms – two of which have an ensuite bathroom, plus additional shower room, as well as a separate kitchen and sitting/dining room. There is gated access to the underground parking and there is also a large store with fitted units.

• 3 bedrooms/2 ensuite • Secure underground parking • Expansive sea views • Highly regarded location GENEROUS ACCOMMODATION CLOSE FACILITIES COASTAL LIVING

Bowleaze Coveway Nr Weymouth Dorset DT3 £ 499,950 EPC: C arkadia magazine

Dorchester office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Winterbourne Abbas DT2 £650,000

An immaculately restored property enjoying all the benefits of contemporary convenience whilst retaining its traditional charm. Set away from the main village the property is detached and private with generously proportioned rooms and versatile accommodation.

There is planning permission in place for a traditional oak framed double garage.

All together there are 2 acres incorporating a garden area with a large terrace perfect for entertaining, and a field with an outbuilding (potential to convert to stabling/workshop), and a gate giving direct access to the coastal footpath.

OUTSKIRTS VILLAGE APPROX 2 ACRES OPEN VIEWS • 4 double bedrooms, one en suite • Large kitchen breakfast room • Two reception rooms • Immaculately restored • Utility and cloakroom

Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Glebe House is a delightfully located former vicarage believed to have been built in 1790 (although not listed) with all the period appeal of this elegant era. It was enlarged in 1869 remaining within the ownership of the church until 1975 when it was sold for the first time. It has not been on the market since, having been enjoyed by the late owners for over 35 years.

A sweeping in and out gravelled entrance drive leads past the front lawn to the house. The mature grounds, with a number of fine specimen trees, amount to approx. 1.68 acres with the garden designed as a number of ‘rooms’; also included is a croquet lawn, and a variety of outbuildings. A most charming family home.

There is also the opportunity to buy a 3 bedroom chalet bungalow by separate negotiation.

• Former vicarage • 5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Elegant drawing and dining room • Mature grounds of 1.68 acres

GENEROUS FAMILY HOME CROQUET LAWN NEAR LULWORTH CASTLE • ENCHANTING GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE • DELIGHTFUL PRIVATE GARDEN • PRIVATE STREAM • 2 SPACIOUS BEDROOMS • PARKING AND GARAGE • EXPOSED BEAMS • FEATURE FIREPLACE • MODERN KITCHEN WITH BELFAST SINK

East Lulworth DT2 £ 1,300,000 EPC: F arkadia magazine

Dorchester Office: 01305 756422 Email: debbie.turner@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Stinsford Dorchester Dorset DT2 £2,500.00 P.C.M EPC: D

ELEGANT FAMILY HOME GLORIOUS GARDEN SPACIOUS LIVING

A perfect opportunity to combine ‘town and country’ with a wonderfully spacious elegant home of over 3,500 ft2, complete with tennis court – and yet just 1 ½ miles away from the centre of Dorchester in this smallest of villages where Hardy’s heart is buried in the churchyard.

The accommodation does not disappoint with a generous kitchen/family room with Aga opening onto an extensive terrace – from which the dining room, drawing room and Amdega conservatory also have access. There is also a study and practical utility room on the ground floor as well as 6 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms on the first and second floors.

The garden has been designed to take into account varying needs: from an herbaceous landscaped garden, to a smaller enclosed walled area just perfect for a hot tub, play areas for the children and a tennis court for family fun.

• Perfect family home • Beautiful garden including tennis court • 6 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms • Large open plan kitchen /breakfast / family room

W

ith the general election just months away, there may never be a safer time to sell your house.

No market likes uncertainty. And property is no exception. With the May election ahead, wide expectations of a rise in mortgage rates, the introduction of a mansion tax - advocated both by Labour and the Liberal Democrats - now looking highly likely, it is important to be in the hands of experts. And, as DOMVS’ success at the Country Life Exhibition in London in September proves, we are perfectly positioned to guide you through these exacting but exciting times.

This prestige event was the ideal opportunity for us to speak to well-placed buyers relocating from the capital and showcase our portfolio of elite Dorset property.

Changing markets demand innovation and expert navigation. And that is where DOMVS can help.

We are hosting another of our exclusive property exhibitions at our partner office, Fine & Country, in London’s Park Lane, in March.

Meanwhile, our lettings sector remains fiercely buoyant, with huge demand for three and four-bedroom houses as families relocate, or rent before buying.

Due to popular demand we are launching another of our invaluable letting seminars in March. With advisers from Pengillys solicitors, and Coyne & Butterworth accountants joining us, look out for more information coming soon!

Our highly-experienced team has been hand-picked with precision and care. I oversee residential sales while my husband Neil specialises in land acquisition.

Architect Barry Coupe looks after project management and Debbie Turner is in charge of lettings. We even have our own auctioneer, Richard Worrall.

In business, timing and knowledge are all. At DOMVS, we have both. So, whether you’re buying, selling or letting, come and talk to us.

Come May, you won’t regret it.

Dorchester office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Maiden Newton DT2 £425,000 EPC: D

An especially fine, detached house with superb space and light, peacefully located in the centre of this well-appointed village.

Lovely views across the green are matched by a stylish interior; in particular a delightful garden room perfectly positioned to enjoy equally delightful views of the private rear garden.

The five generous bedrooms, mature private setting and double garage add up to an incredibly handsome family house set in some of Dorset’s most stunning countryside despite being eminently accessible.

• Open outlook over the village green • Sunny, west-facing garden • Gorgeous garden room • 5 beds & 2 baths.

Glorious, sun-lit garden Double garage and parking Perfect family space and layout

Preston Office: 01305 757300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Occupying the most glorious position overlooking the hills and vales of Sutton Poyntz with the sea beyond, the house enjoys a particularly sunny aspect from its elevated position. It is approached via steps leading down from the private parking area to the front entrance.

The views are undeniably the main attraction of the house and the terrace which runs the full width of the property to the rear creates a very wonderful opportunity to enjoy the peace and tranquillity. Bird spotting could become a habit!

All rooms are positioned to take full advantage of the views

• Near the coast • Very private • Cosy fireplaces in both receptions • 3 / 4 bedrooms

Sutton Poyntz Nr Weymouth Dorset DT3 £499,950 EPC: E

RENOWNED VILLAGE FOR NATURE LOVERS PERIOD APPEAL

Dorchester office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Milton Abbas Dorset DT11 £ 545,000 EPC: D

Nestled between the villages of Milton Abbas and Milborne St Andrew amidst open countryside, is this particularly well-presented period home with not only considerable character and charm, but also flexibility given the self-contained one bedroom annexe which is an integral part of the cottage.

The main accommodation includes a sun lounge with underfloor heating, plus a sitting room with cosy wood-burner and extremely impressive kitchen/ dining room with oak flooring and granite work surfaces, plus a utility room.

On the first floor are 4 bedrooms (with the master having an ensuite facility & dressing room) and a family bathroom. The annexe has one substantial bedroom with ensuite, and very generous sitting room and kitchen/dining room.

• Rural location • 4 bedrooms in main house • Self-contained 1 bed annexe • Impressive kitchen/dining room

COUNTRY LIFE BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED GENEROUS ACCOMMODATION

Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

This is a wonderfully spacious 4 bedroom detached property, located in the quiet and exclusive hamlet of Rushton. With fabulous views of the Purbeck hills and countryside and landscaped mature gardens with an extensive patio area, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The property also has a large double garage with generous overhead space (presently used as a gym) which offers further potential as office space or self-contained annex, subject to any necessary consents.

• Wonderful views • Landscaped gardens • 4 Double bedrooms • Private location

A greenhouse, log store, further shed and a generous workshop, completes this exceptional property.

EXCLUSIVE LOCATION WONDERFUL VIEWS SPACIOUS LIVING

Rushton Wareham BH20 Offers over £565,000 EPC: D arkadia magazine

Dorchester Office: (01305 757300) Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Broadmayne Dorset DT2 £ 495,000 EPC: Exempt Considerable space within this charming period home, with a particularly pleasing light-filled kitchen/family room having French doors to the garden.

The overall accommodation flows extremely well and is ideal for traditional family living, or indeed for 'B & B' (or would easily allow for a self contained unit within the accommodation if required).

Outside the mature rear garden is a delight with its sunny south-westerly facing aspect - especially enjoyed from the patio area - and the ancient stone wall forming one of the boundaries. There is also a single garage and planning permission to convert a detached stone outbuilding into a 1 bedroom guest annexe.

• Detached period Grade 2 listed residence • 5 bedroms - 4 bathrooms • Approx 1/4 acre south/west garden • Plan. perm to convert outbuilding

PERIOD CHARM GENEROUS ACCOMMODATION HEART OF POPULAR VILLAGE

Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Steeped in history with original features and a 'secret' room, this Grade II listed former dairy farm is now a delightful thatched family home and is believed to be around 400 years old.

With already considerable business potential, it also offers the opportunity for extended family accommodation within the thatched farmhouse and attached converted cottages.

There is also a further range of outbuildings with potential for conversion (subject to any necessary consents), thereby offering additional opportunities for the future.

2.5 acres of land includes extensive gardens, a separate paddock, a kitchen garden with a poly tunnel, various timber sheds as well as a purpose built GAMES ROOM. There is also a DOUBLE GARAGE and parking for at least 10 vehicles.

• 3 double bedrooms with en suites • 2 additional converted cottages • 2.5 acres including paddock • Double garage & extensive parking

East Knighton DT2 £935,000 EPC: Exempt

GRADE 2 LISTED FARMHOUSE EXCITING HOME/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY POTENTIAL FOR EXTENDED FAMILY LIVING arkadia magazine

Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Ballard Estate Swanage BH19 £745,000 EPC: D

OWN ACCESS TO NORTH BEACH HISTORIC GATED ESTATE 1 BEDROOM ANNEXE

A gorgeous position along the South West Coastal Path and just 2 ½ miles from the famous cliff site of Old Harry Rocks, the Ballard Estate is a private, gated estate. Uniquely, the properties have shared ownership of a cliff top area known as 'The Green' with views of the Isle of Wight, and their own 'chine' with a flight of steps down to North Beach, approximately 200 metres from the property.

An historic cliff top site, it was originally occupied by Canadian troops in the First World War and built using their own native timber for the chalets.

This property was originally the camp stores and in 1930's became the Post Office, shop and tearoom. The current building was completed in 1998 using much of the timber retained from the original to form internal features, such as flooring and dados, and externally the verandas. With its private 'Green' and access to stunning sandy beaches, this exclusive community is a treasure on the Jurassic Coastline.

• 4 bedrooms (2 ensuites) with 1 bedroom annexe attached.

• Spacious kitchen/dining room with Aga, plus utility/boot room • Sitting room and garden room with access to decked area • South-facing garden & double garage

Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Drink in the views from this much-loved family home with plentiful room having four generous bedrooms and the added advantage of three bathrooms.

On the ground floor, entertaining becomes easy with three large reception rooms all positioned to take full advantage of the far-reaching views across the Purbeck hills from Langton Matravers to Kingston church: you can see for miles.

Put up your artist’s easel and begin!

• 1/3 acre • Wonderful views • 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • Charming veranda

PRIVATE ROAD CLOSE CORFE CASTLE PEACEFUL LOCATION

South Instow Nr Corfe castle Dorset BH19 £ 675,000 EPC: E arkadia magazine

Dorchester Office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk

Dewlish DT2 Offers in excess of £625,000 A truly magical location for these two delightful properties: a detached period cottage with all the usual 'nooks and crannies' and the other, a modern smartly presented large 2 bedroom annexe - all set in utterly private surroundings within a rural setting overlooking a lake. If you have never thought of becoming an artist, now is the time to start!

In addition there is a modern constructed outbuilding with power, light and alarm system, plus a summerhouse with power, and other smaller sheds, greenhouse.

Outside lighting, CCTV and considerable parking is also provided. The garden, which approaches approx 1.5 acres, is utterly enchanting being beautifully landscaped with a lake as its focus: a true haven of peace and tranquillity.

The perfect retreat!

• MAGICAL LOCATION • JUST OVER 1.5 ACRES • DET. 3 BEDROOM PERIOD COTTAGE • DET.2 BEDROOM ANNEXE • OUTBUILDINGS

PEACE & TRANQUILITY COMPLETE PRIVACY OUTSKIRTS OF VILLAGE

Q&A

ON LETTING YOUR PROPERTY

I have just let my property privately; do I have to protect the tenant’s deposit?

Yes! Landlords are required to register tenancy deposits for all assured shorthold tenancies under one of the three government-authorised tenancy deposit schemes. Failure to comply with this requirement may have serious financial consequences.

To save money would it be better if I just managed my property myself?

Before you decide, ask yourself this; Do you really have time to spare? This is an ongoing job that can take up 15% of your time. Letting and managing a property can be very time consuming, it is not just about collecting the monthly rent. Managing a property means you need to have time available during the working day to arrange tradesmen and arrange repairs for your tenants. Not to mention carrying out regular management visits to ensure your investment is protected.

Is there any need to have an inventory done if my property is let unfurnished?

Absolutely, a detailed inventory or schedule of condition (if unfurnished) is imperative. An inventory records the contents and condition of the property in detail at the commencement of the tenancy. This document is usually signed by the tenant in order to ensure that the property is returned in the same condition it was provided. With the tenancy deposit legislation, without an inventory, it can be very difficult indeed for a landlord to make a claim on a tenant’s deposit.

Who do I call for help?

Domvs has staff with over 25 years’ experience in the lettings industry – being a mature bunch of people certainly has its advantages!

Call Debbie Turner, Head of Lettings, on 01305 756422, There’s nothing she doesn’t know to ensure a smooth path ahead! arkadia magazine

Christmas Canapés & Cocktails Arrive for 6.00pm for use of our spa facilities to help you unwind - take a dip in the pool, enjoy the outdoor hot tub or sauna the choice is yours! Then you will have the chance to enjoy a cocktail (or two!) along with some festive canapés, before a cocktail making demonstration, where one of our talented team will demonstrate how to make some festive cocktails.

You will leave with recipes, tips and tricks in order to make some great cocktails for friends and family this festive season. Just £25.00 per person.

Friday 28th November, Friday 5th & 12th December 2014. From 6.00pm.

To book please contact our events team on 01590 623467 or e-mail events@newparkmanorhotel.co.uk

Festive Dining Whether you are celebrating with colleagues, friends or family this festive season, why not join us at New Park Manor?

We offer a delicious seasonal menu at lunch and dinner time catering up to a maximum of 45, this can be served in your own private dining room or in the main restaurant.

Lunch £29.95 per person. Dinner £35.00 per person (both 3 courses). Available until Tuesday 23rd December 2014.

To book please contact our events team on 01590 623467 or e-mail events@newparkmanorhotel.co.uk

New Park Manor, Lyndhurst Road, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7QH

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