Description
For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 2:00 PM. This charming three bedroom Grade II Listed property showcases generous accommodation with character features throughout, ample garaging, driveway parking and a quaint garden, all set within a sought after village location.
Auction - For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Thursday, 18 September 2025 2:00 PM at Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne DT9 3AB and via Livestream. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website.
The Dwelling - Believed to date back to the 17th century, this charming detached Grade II Listed thatched cottage is set in an idyllic village location with far-reaching countryside views. Rich in period character, the property retains many features typical of its era and offers generous accommodation throughout.
The ground floor includes two spacious reception rooms, while the first floor offers two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property sits within a generous plot, complemented by a double garage and a range of outbuildings, which provide excellent potential for conversion into a utility room, home office, or studio space-subject to the necessary consents.
Accommodation - The property is entered via a welcoming entrance hall, which includes a cloakroom to the rear. To either side of the hallway are the two principal reception rooms.
To the right, the spacious living room features a striking inglenook fireplace with a bressummer beam and an inset log burner. This triple-aspect room is filled with natural light and enjoys charming period details, including exposed beams and window seats that enhance its character.
To the left, the dining room offers similar period charm, with exposed beams and a window seat, and provides access to both the staircase and the kitchen.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of solid wood cabinetry and integrated appliances, with ample space for a breakfast table or further dining furniture. A door from the kitchen opens directly onto the rear garden.
Upstairs, the first floor offers three generously proportioned double bedrooms, each showcasing individual period features such as vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and window seats. All bedrooms enjoy far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside and are served by a well-appointed family bathroom.
Garden - To the rear, the garden provides a delightful and well-established outdoor space, featuring a lawned area divided by mature flower beds and trees. A paved patio sits adjacent to the property, ideal for outdoor dining or relaxation.
The garden is fully enclosed by a combination of fencing and a characterful stone wall, offering both privacy and charm. A rear gate provides pedestrian access to the road and leads to the driveway, where there is ample off-road parking and a large double garage.
In addition, several outbuildings within the garden provide excellent flexibility-ideal for storage, workshop space, or potential conversion to suit a range of needs, subject to the necessary consents.
Situation - The property is situated in the peaceful village of Alweston, just a short motoring distance from the historic market town of Sherborne. This attractive rural community enjoys a strong sense of village life, supported by an active village hall and the popular Elms Eatery. Daily essentials are catered for by Oxford's bakery, a small convenience shop now open six days a week.
The area is ideal for families, with the highly regarded Bishops Caundle Primary School nearby, offering an excellent standard of education. Sherborne itself provides a comprehensive range of amenities, including a variety of independent shops, cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, well-regarded schools, and healthcare facilities.
The property is also well connected, with Sherborne and Yeovil Junction railway stations both within easy reach, offering direct services to London Waterloo and other key destinations-making this an ideal setting for those seeking the balance of rural living with excellent access to town amenities and transport links.
Agents Note - The neighbouring properties benefit from a right of access over the pedestrian pathway located to the rear of the property (not through the garden).
Solicitors - Caron Abbott
Porter Dodson
01935 846764
caron.abbott@porterdodson.co.uk
Material Information - Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Oil fired central heating
Broadband - Ultrafast broadband is available.
Mobile phone coverage is availiable at the property, for further information please refer to Ofcom.
(https://www.ofcom.org.uk)
Dorset Council
Council Tax Band: E
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