Owner says, 'We’ve loved the character of the cottage and the peaceful setting. The roof terrace has been a favourite spot, and the village community has made it a lovely place to live.'
Welcome to The Old Dairy. A delightful three-bedroom semi-detached character cottage with integral garage, set in the highly regarded and picturesque village of Dewlish. Nestled amongst enchanting Dorset countryside and surrounded by woodland, the property offers the perfect balance of charm, comfort, and convenience. Offered for sale with no onward chain, it presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a unique village home.
The Old Dairy blends traditional character with modern touches, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The cottage provides well-proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors.
A covered PORCH opens into a welcoming ENTRANCE HALL giving access to the main reception rooms. The SITTING ROOM is centred around the brick fire surround with pleasing Dunsley™ multifuel stove that also augments the heating. Timber beams and shuttered window add to the appeal of this room, while the DINING ROOM, with further beams is flooded with natural light courtesy of the Velux™ window and has a useful built-in storage cupboard. Adjacent to the dining area is a versatile additional room, currently utilised as BEDROOM THREE, ideal as a single room study or guest space. Discreetly positioned is the CLOAKROOM with vanity unit with countertop wash hand basin, WC. The KITCHEN has a range of units with timber work surfaces and fitted breakfast bar, twin Velux™ windows ensure plentiful light. Integral appliances include 4 burner hob (LPG), electric oven and a fridge/freezer. Venturing through the kitchen is the side entrance hall and doors to the integral garage, and the small utility area and store. A further door leads outside and to the garden.
The first floor is approached from the handsome Oak staircase. Situated on the landing is a cupboard housing the Worcester™ boiler (LPG). The light and airy PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is a comfortable double, with built in storage, and access to private decked ROOF TERRACE. The Bedroom also benefits from the ENSUITE SHOWER / BATHROOM, with roll top bathtub, vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC. with concealed cistern and shower cubicle. BEDROOM TWO is a further double bedroom, with ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM.
Automated insulated roller shutter door provides access to the INTEGRAL GARAGING and is equipped with both power and light.
The Garden is approached via a gate from the lane alternatively from the cottage, there is a decked seating area ideal for surveying the garden the neighbouring woodland and countryside. The garden is predominantly arranged to lawn and is well screened with hedging. Between the garden and the lane is a ‘layby’ for the parking of two vehicles.
Property Notes: The Septic tank is shared with other neighbouring properties: The Meal House and Tree Tops.
There is planning permission (P/HOU/2023/05131) for an extension to the first floor, intended to be used as a dressing room to the principal bedroom.
Dewlish is a charming village with a strong sense of community, supported by its village hall, church and the popular Oak public house.
Nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, (now officially called National Landscapes) Dewlish lies about nine miles from Dorchester, enjoying a peaceful rural setting surrounded by glorious countryside. The village is well connected, with amenities nearby: Milborne St Andrew, just two miles east, offers a shop, public house, school and church, while Puddletown, three miles south-west, provides a doctors’ surgery, schools, village hall, store/post office, veterinary surgery, public house and church. Milton Abbas, two miles away, also has a village shop and a renowned school whose facilities are open to the public. Dewlish lies within the catchment of the well-regarded Thomas Hardye School in Dorchester, which itself offers excellent shopping, dining, leisure facilities, Dorset County Hospital and mainline train services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads.
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ROOM MEASUREMENTS: Please refer to floor plan.
SERVICES: Mains electricity; shared septic tank; LPG gas central heating.
LOCAL AUTHORITY: Dorset Council. Tax band B.
BROADBAND: Standard download 21 Mbps, upload 1 Mbps. Superfast download 76 Mbps, upload 15 Mbps. Please note all available speeds quoted are 'up to'.
MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE: For further information please go to Ofcom website.
TENURE: Freehold.
LETTINGS: Should you be interested in acquiring a Buy-to-Let investment, and would appreciate advice regarding the current rental market, possible yields, legislation for landlords and how to make a property safe and compliant for tenants, then find out about our Investor Club from our expert, Alexandra Holland. Alexandra will be pleased to provide you with additional, personalised support; just call her on the branch telephone number to take the next step.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: DOMVS and its Clients give notice that: they have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs (including any AI photography) and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary Planning, Building Regulation or other consents, and DOMVS has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. DOMVS is a member of The Property Ombudsman scheme and subscribes to The Property Ombudsman Code of Practice.
Property Reference: DOR240382
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