3 bed detached house for sale

Chilfrome, Dorchester, Dorset DT2

A charming gii Listed cottage set within the idyllic
Dorset village of Chilfrome. Offered with 0.3 acres of grounds and no onward chain.

Steeped in history, this versatile and characterful gii listed cottage is set within a generous wrap around plot of just over 0.3 acres and is situated within the picturesque Dorset hamlet of Chilfrome. The property consists of an attractive combination of stone, brick and rendered elevations all set under a tile hung roof. From the main property entrance a central hallway with oak panelled flooring provides access to the principal rooms. The sitting room enjoys a double aspect over the surrounding gardens and features a large inglenook fireplace with stone surround, striking oak mantel and inset log burner. The open plan kitchen/ dining room is a bright and social space with a free flow of natural light. Focal points to the room are a large inglenook fireplace with inset log burner and stone surround as well as extensive original ceiling beams showing the true character this property has in abundance. The kitchen area beyond is well equipped with a range of floor and wall mounted units and integrated appliances to include; dishwasher, fridge, induction hob with extractor over, oven and ceramic sink with drainer. Adjacent to the kitchen, and formally the stables to the property, is now a versatile, open-plan room fitted with further kitchen style units, space and plumbing for white goods, sink and two integrated cupboards as well as wooden double doors opening to the rear parking area and gated entrance.

Beyond this are two further versatile rooms, one currently utilised as a workshop space and the other as a utility/ storage area with WC and external door leading out to the rear garden.
Stairs ascend from the hallway to the first floor comprising three bedrooms, the master of which is en-suite and a family bathroom. The master is a well-proportioned double room benefitting from a modern en-suite comprising a large walk-in shower, pedestal sink unit and WC, finished with mosaic style tiling. The second bedroom is also a double room with ample space for free standing furniture and also includes a small built-in cupboard. Bedroom three is a smaller single room which would also lend itself to being a study or office. Servicing the bedrooms is a family bathroom comprising panelled bath with tiled surround, pedestal sink unit and WC.
Services & outgoings

Lpg central heating
Private drainage
Mains water and electricity
Council Tax Band E (£3719.69)

Chilfrome is a small and peaceful hamlet, situated within 1 mile of both Cattistock and Maiden Newton. Cattistock is a village of considerable character and has a sub-post office/store, public house, village hall and parish church. Maiden Newton has a selection of local shopping facilities, primary school, petrol station, doctor's surgery and railway station, serving Dorchester/Yeovil to Bristol. The surrounding countryside is well interspersed with footpaths and bridleways giving access to many areas of outstanding natural beauty. The county town of Dorchester lies about 9 miles to the south east with its comprehensive range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities. Dorchester, Sherborne and Yeovil all have mainline railway connections to London (Waterloo).

Externally the property has much to offer with wrap around grounds extending to just over 0.3 acres, gated parking for multiple vehicles and a detached outbuilding. The garden is presently mostly laid to lawn but offers endless potential for those with green fingers. The detached outbuilding is of block construction with a corrugated roof and offers most useful external storage space.