4 bed detached house for sale

Cocknowle, Dorset BH20

Believed to date from the 17th century, Cocknowle House is built of Purbeck stone under a traditional thatched roof and has been sensitively extended to create a warm and inviting home. The interiors blend period character with modern comfort, featuring flagstone floors, exposed stonework, and a striking inglenook fireplace in the sitting room.

The kitchen has hand-built cabinetry, an aga, and space for family dining, while a separate boot room, study or fourth bedroom, and two staircases add charm and practicality. Upstairs, the principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and en suite bathroom, complemented by two further doubles and a family bathroom. A first-floor sitting room with oak flooring and a wood-burning stove opens into a bright sunroom, taking full advantage of the spectacular valley views.

Approached via a discreet lane, Cocknowle House sits in gardens designed to make the most of its exceptional outlook. There is ample parking and a timber-framed garage, along with a pedestrian gate leading through an old iron gate and stone steps to the front porch. The front garden is mainly lawned, with mature trees and hedging providing privacy. To the east, a broad stone terrace offers several seating and dining areas, perfectly positioned for the sweeping southerly views. Beyond this, a raised lawn is framed by woodland and fine specimen trees, creating a private and peaceful setting with a wonderful sense of space.

Cocknowle House lies just outside Church Knowle, a peaceful village in the Isle of Purbeck surrounded by rolling countryside and within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast. Nearby Corfe Castle offers shops, cafés, and pubs, while Wareham provides further amenities and a mainline link to London. The area is ideal for walking, sailing, and golf, with beaches at Studland and Swanage close by. Excellent local and independent schools, including Bryanston and Canford, make this one of Dorset’s most desirable rural settings.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax band: F

Local Authority: Dorset

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According to Ofcom, mobile coverage within the BH20 area is generally good, with the strongest performance from EE, followed by O2, Vodafone, and Three. Superfast broadband is available locally, with estimated speeds of up to 36 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload